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 |  |  | Mr. Oufaquir Abderrahim: A successful start for Géoproduction in Tunisia
Interview with Mr. Oufaquir Abderrahim, shareholder and manager of Géoproduction in Tunisia
The discovery of subterranean hot water resources has reinvigorated greenhouse production and associated activities in this sector in southern Tunisia. A pioneer in this area, Mr Oufaquir, shareholder and manager of the “Les Delices du Sud” company, has been marketing tomatoes produced with geothermal energy by his subsidiary Géoproduction in the region of Gabès for the last three years.
Syngenta Seeds Vegetables Tomatoes Today - July 2009  |
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 | | | Ms. Lola Gómez Ferrón: "What makes Almería attractive is its infrastructure and the growers’ know-how"
Interview with Ms. Lola Gómez Ferrón, Manager of Clisol Agro
Ms. Lola Gómez Ferrón, Manager of Clisol Agro, tells us how her company has developed to the point that it is now an important model for other companies around the world. Every year, both experts and the uninitiated come to Clisol Agro in search of information and advice.
Syngenta Seeds Tomatoes Today - June 2009 |
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 | | | International Nursery: “Always stay one step ahead”
Interview with Guillaume Marie, Director of International Nursery in Morocco, part of Grow Group
International Nursery (IN) is a professional market garden nursery firm situated in the region of Agadir. Tomatoes are the nursery’s lead product, with 12 million seeds sowed, of which 95% are destined for use with grafted plants. IN responds to customer requirements by offering “guarantees” on its products and services, whilst at the same time staying ahead of developments in export markets. Investments have been driven by these principles since its creation, in partnership with the other nurseries of Grow Group.
Syngenta Seeds Vegetables Tomatoes Today - June 2009 |
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 | | | Dr. Ep Heuvelink: “World tomato exports have increased by 30 per cent over the last 5 years”
Interview with Dr. Ep Heuvelink, Associate Professor at Wageningen University, Horticultural Production Chains (HPC) and author of the book “Tomatoes. Crop Production Science in Horticulture”
In his book entitled “Tomatoes. Crop Production Science in Horticulture” (CABI Publishing), Dr. Ep Heuvelink seeks to provide a concise review of the knowledge of the scientific principles underlying the biology and production of the tomato crop.
Syngenta Seeds Vegetables Tomatoes Today - May 2009 |
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 | | | Prof. David Hughes: “The challenge lies in going premium”
Interview with Prof. David Hughes, Emeritus Professor of Food Marketing
At this time of recession, what is the approach of consumers towards the effect of what they eat on the environment? How are fresh produce sales faring? How is fresh produce reacting under this stress? To what extent are confused consumers remaining loyal to ethical principles when they purchase?
Syngenta Peppers Today Newsletter 14 - April 2009 |
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 | | | Claude Paumier: “A diversified range from careful production”
Interview with Claude Paumier, Technical Manager of SEMAPEX at Biougra in Morocco
A specialist in tomato segmentation, SEMAPEX works on designing so-called ‘niche’ products. Beyond the classics of the tomato range, they research innovative varieties that can adapt to both market expectations and the constraints of production.
Syngenta Seeds Vegetables Tomaotes Today - March 2009 |
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 | | | Mr. Brusaporci: “The obesity rate in teenagers can be as high as 25%”
Interview with Massimo Brusaporci · Marketing and Project Manager, ALIMOS
After working as a consultant, Dr. Massimo Brusaporci went on to manage Legacoop Agroalimentare, one of the most important Italian co-operative associations. Then he became involved in the fruit and vegetable world, and at present he is responsible for project and new partnership development at ALIMOS.
Syngenta Seeds Vegetables Tomatoes Today - March 2009 |
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 | | | Mr. Gérald Lamusse: “The broadest range of products ever assembled in place”
Interview with Mr. Gérald Lamusse, Global Brand Manager of Fruit Logistica and Freshconex
Four weeks after the major fresh produce event worldwide was held in Berlín, Pepperstoday.com spoke to Mr. Gérald Lamusse, Global Brand Manager of Fruit Logistica and Freshconex, in order to have first hand impressions of this 3-day German trade fair.
Syngenta Seeds Vegetables Peppers Today - February 2009 |
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 | | | Mr. Sergio Camilletti · "Argentine consumers tend to buy with their eyes"
Interview with Mr. Sergio Camilletti · Consultant Agricultural Engineer in Argentina
What are the demands of Argentine consumers with respect to tomatoes? Where are the principal production areas and what are the main tomato varieties grown for fresh consumption in Argentina? What are the future prospects of the sector?
Syngenta Seeds Vegetables Tomatoes Today - February 2009 |
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 | | | Mr. Jorge Lopez: “People are looking for tomatoes with the flavour and aroma that the tomate platense used to have”
Interview with Jorge Lopez, President of Finca Rocío S.A.
As President of the company, Jorge Lopez is actively involved in both the commercial and the production side of Finca Rocío S.A. He talks to us about how the company has developed since its beginnings and offers his perspective of the fresh tomato sector in Argentina.
Syngenta Seeds Vegetables Tomatoes Today - January 2009 |
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