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    Aldi withdraws its claim of strawberries, after the UPA complaint

    The German-based supermarket chain Aldi has withdrawn its offer of strawberries, which the Union of Small Farmers (UPA) had denounced the previous day, as it was considered abusive, as the selling price of the product was below the cost of production.

    UNIÓ denounces Sigal tangerine plantations that have not been cleaned or quarantined

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    UPA denounces Aldi for the sale of strawberries under its production costs

    The Union of Small Farmers and Ranchers (UPA) is going to report to the supermarket chain Aldi to sabotage the current strawberry campaign through unfair practices such as the illegal sale of strawberries below their cost of production. As they have stated from the organization, "we have caught them underhand. Even now, when the cold wave is pushing up the price of fruit and vegetables, Aldi squeezes the farmers. "

    ANICE creates a specific working group for large meat companies

    The National Association of Meat Industries of Spain (ANICE) has recently created a new business group within its organization, specifically oriented towards the large meat industry. Its objective will be the analysis and channeling of the concerns and initiatives of the largest meat companies. The new Business Group has elected Paulo Soares, CEO of Campofrío for Southern Europe, as president, and Paulino Tello, CEO of Industrias Cárnicas Tello, as vicepresident.

    Linde equips its electric counterbalanced trucks of greater autonomy of load

    Linde Material Handling has recently launched its electric counterbalanced trucks, with greater energy independence, thanks to the higher density and efficiency of its lithium ion battery, whose load capacity ranges from 1.4 to 1.8 tons. Customers of the brand can already benefit from this interesting advantage, especially in the multi-use days, which guarantees a significantly longer period of activity and performance.
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    JCB increased its sales in Spain by 15% during 2016

    JCB, the largest private company engaged in the manufacture of equipment for construction, public works, agriculture and recycling, increased its sales in Spain by up to 15% in 2105, according to a press conference held recently by Company at its facilities in Alcalá de Henares (Madrid). An event where also was announced the appointment of George Heining as the new Director General for Iberia (Spain and Portugal).

    Antonio Vergel: “Without phytosanitaries, agro-food production would be reduced by more than 50%”

    Without phytosanitaries, agro-food production would be drastically reduced by up to 50%, and it would be impossible to ensure the food needs of present and future populations, according to Carlos Vergel, president of the Colegio Oficial de Ingenieros Técnicos Agrícolas (COITAND). During the inagural day of the 14th Symposium on Plant Health, held in Seville from 25th to 27th January. Vergel regretted that a restrictive approach in Community legislation is making it difficult to register and use new products, although plant health is a key part of agricultural production. For its part, the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Rural Development, Carmen Ortiz, has ensured that the Andalusian Government is working to promote plant health through aid to the Operational Groups of Innovation.

    Massey Ferguson’s turnover in Spain grew 18% in 2016

    The turnover of Massey Ferguson in Spain during 2016 has experienced an increase of 18%, as it has been revealed at its annual meeting of dealers, held recently in Madrid. In it, were analyzed the results of last year and announced the projects for 2017 of this brand, which will have all possible alternatives in tractors and will continue to reinforce its full-line bet with the full range of field machinery.

    John Deere continues to lead, despite the delicate global situation of its sector

    The company John Deere maintains its leadership and stability in business, despite the global recession of the agricultural sector and the unstable construction machinery market, which have led to a reduction of its sales and, consequently, of its profits during 2016, which totaled $ 1,524 million, of which 285 were in the last quarter. The slight decrease in sales volumes is expected to reach $ 1.4 billion by 2017.

    Asaja and McDonald’s collaborate to promote local productions of young producers

    The ASAJA agrarian organization and McDonald's collaborate to promote local productions of young farmers and ranchers through the first edition of the "Campo Innova" Program, recently presented. This initiative represents a step forward in McDonald's company's long-term commitment to the Spanish primary sector and its commitment to locally sourced products. Those interested can submit their applications until February 10th, 2017, inclusive, through the platform www.campoinnova.com