All articles by Alex Lawson – Page 156
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Pallet deadline extended
The timber pallets and packaging sector has been granted additional time to adapt to changes proposed to the ISPM 15 regime in Europe, after a successful submission to the European Commission by the European Federation of Wooden Pallet and Packaging Manufacturers (FEFPEB).
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Potato growers face blight troubles
Potato growers could face a repeat of last August’s high blight pressure, so tuber protection should be the focus of programmes from here on, according to Bayer CropScience.
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ArticleNFU attacks government on SPS
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) has met with Jim Fitzpatrick, the minister for Food, Farming and Environment, to raise concerns over the handling of the Single Payment Scheme (SPS).
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Yorkshire research summit unveiled
Food and drink businesses in the Yorkshire and Humber region have been invited to help shape the future of skills and training within the industry at a summit this autumn.
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Produce key to water pollution
Growers have been recognised as part of the solution in helping to tackle water pollution.
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NFU triumph at trade awards
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) enjoyed a night of success at the prestigious CBI Trade Association Best Practice Awards last week.
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ArticleGreen Seed replaces Food from Britain
International consulting network The Green Seed Group has opened up in Food from Britain’s stead as the UK looks to promote its food and drink overseas and create trade links at home.
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Ombudsman referred to government
The Competition Commission has announced it has formally recommended the establishment of a grocery ombudsman to the department for business, innovation and skills (BIS), provoking feverish opinion on both sides of the argument.
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ArticleTesco sees winter veg boom
The UK’s increasingly damp summer is prompting shoppers to swap salads for typical winter foods, according to Tesco, which has seen sales on winter produce lines boom.
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ArticleUK potato harvest slow
The UK potato season continues to be considerably slower than last year with almost 800 hectares less product harvest at this point.
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Whole Foods persists despite losses
The organic retailer Whole Foods has defended its position, stating it will not give up trading in the UK despite recording £36 million losses last year.
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ArticleCapespan celebrates shipment landmark
Capespan Exports has shipped more than 100 containers with a single service provider both in week 27 and 28 in a first for the company.
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ArticleSainsbury's poised on new chair
Sainsbury’s is to transfer its chairmanship to allow its current chairman, Sir Philip Hampton, to deal with the crushing pressure of his Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) chairmanship.
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BRC issues hygiene guidance
A new British Retail Consortium (BRC) guide to providing retailers with advice on how to comply with food hygiene legislation has been released.
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ArticleChilean avos promise bumper crop
The Chilean Hass Avocado Association (CHAA) has announced a healthy crop forecast for the forthcoming season, which may see the largest volumes of Hass avocados ever shipped from the country.
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ArticleWaitrose branches into non-food
Waitrose is to branch out into non-food items for the first time as the upmarket retailer looks to use the strength of parent company, the John Lewis Partnership.
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ArticleDEFRA creates food miles storm
The food miles debate that has seen imported produce go head to head with UK products over their sustainability credentials has flared up again, after a new government report questioned how well domestic product matches up.
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High street diversity threatened
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has told ministers that new retail planning guidance threatens diverse, vibrant high streets and communities.
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Industry welcomes GM report
The Agricultural Biotechnology Council (abc) has welcomed a report by the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee.
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St Pancras to host new market
Commuters and tourists alike can pick up seasonal produce alongside season tickets following the opening of a new daily retail market at St Pancras International train station in London.