All articles by Alex Lawson – Page 159
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Waitrose hails eco-breakthrough
Waitrose has announced a “breakthrough” in supermarket technology after developing new, propane-based refrigeration technology, which will dramatically reduce its carbon footprint by 20 per cent.
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ArticleSustainability anger sparked
The Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) has hit out at UK soft-fruit growers, suggesting that intensive, polytunnel-grown strawberries are not the answer to feeding the UK.
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Chiquita and Rewe in Panama link-up
Chiquita and German retailer Rewe have announced the donation of 130 hectares of wetlands located in the San San Pond Sak nature reserve in Panama for the purpose of restoration of natural habitats.
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ArticleBramley lands royal recognition
The great-granddaughter of Henry Merryweather, the first commercial grower of Bramley apples, has received the Worshipful Company of Fruiterers Award for Exceptional Service to the Food Industry from HRH The Princess Royal.
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ArticleGovernment launches carbon group
The Department for Transport (DfT) has launched a new Low Carbon Supply Chain Steering Group, which has been welcomed by the logistics industry.
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ArticleFranchised delivery service boom
A former supply chain manager has set up a successful independent home delivery service after becoming disillusioned with the UK supermarket sector.
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ArticlePine decision for Chiquita
Chiquita has announced its decision to ensure all of its pineapple supplies are Rainforest Alliance-certified, in order to create decent social and environmental production conditions.
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ArticleSuppliers compete in Olympic battle
The Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) has urged suppliers to get involved with the programme and attempt to win prestigious contracts ahead of the 2012 games.
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Finnish couple land Cabasc prize
A couple from Finland have become the lucky winners of the marketing operation organised recently by Spanish co-operative Cabasc for its European retailer clients.
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Farm shops on the rise
More than half of UK households are choosing to buy direct from the farm, according to the latest research from the National Farmers’ Retail and Markets’ Association (FARMA).
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ArticleDEFRA agrees environment deal
The farming industry has been entrusted with a voluntary agreement to take action to ensure farms support and protect wildlife and biodiversity by the government.
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ArticleSainsbury's on track with CSR
Sainsbury’s has taken significant steps in improving communication throughout its workforce, supporting local communities and reducing carrier bag usage.
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ArticleGreenvale takes sustainability steps
Potato supplier Greenvale AP has stepped up its efforts in reducing its carbon footprint and increasing its environmental responsibility, citing the “greening” of agriculture as a significant target.
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ArticleBudgens produce sales rocket
Budgens fresh produce sales have rocketed by up to 600 per cent in some cases, as its £1 promotional offers take effect and have caught the eye of fellow retailer Londis.
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Waitrose to open first London c-store
Waitrose is set to open its first convenience store in London after acquiring a premises formerly owned by Woolworths, which crashed out of existence early this year.
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ArticleUS pears shape up strongly
Pear growers in the US North West are optimistic that they can compete with European product, with early signs of a bumper crop in the region.
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Israeli exports suffer slump
Agricultural exports from Israel have fallen by almost a quarter on last year, with citrus among the products heavily hit.
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ArticleMajor new ethics mark proposed
Major retailers and suppliers are considering a new international sustainability mark which could potentially encompass various certifications and swing the emphasis on accreditation up the supply chain.
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ArticleLarge potato pallets launched
Goplasticpallets.com has sparked considerable interest in the UK with the launch of Europe’s largest plastic pallet box.
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ArticleFirst Bursa figs shipped
Israeli exporter Agrexco is in confident mood ahead of the fig season, with the first fruit of the Bursa variety on its way to the UK this week.