All articles by Alex Lawson – Page 199
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Scrapped Manchester plans anger FTA
Commercial food deliveries could be hit hard by the scrapping of proposals to introduce a congestion charge in Manchester, according to the Freight Transport Association (FTA).
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ArticleSprout fears grow after EU ruling
The future of UK sprouts is under severe doubts after the new European pesticides laws hit the heart of the traditional trade.
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ArticleBrits risk poisoning for turkey treats
One in five people will risk food poisoning this year by eating old turkey leftovers, according to a survey by the Food Standards Agency (FSA).
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FSA chair to step down
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) chair Dame Deirdre Hutton has announced she will step down from her position at the end of her four-year term next July.
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Ecuador pushes EU in banana row
Ecuador has urged the European Union (EU) to settle their long and resentful dispute over banana exports to demonstrate its credentials on protectionism.
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UK drinks high in pesticides
Fruit-based soft drinks produced in the UK have abnormally high levels of pesticides, according to a new study.
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ArticleSpain proclaimed 'world leader' in produce exports
Spain is the world's leading exporter of fruit and vegetables and one of the biggest producers, according to research from Spanish body Fepex.
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Supermarkets steady suppliers with support
Supermarkets are introducing measures to help suppliers struggling through the financial crisis.
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NFU backs European energy plans
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) has branded the new Renewable Energy Directive by the European Parliament a “fantastic opportunity for British agriculture”.
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Scottish shoppers staying local
Scottish shoppers are thinking local when it comes to festive produce on the Christmas table, according to a poll out this week.
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Christmas spending cuts could cripple economy
Brits could cost the economy a huge £2.8 billion by cutting back on Christmas spending by as much as £200 each, according to new research by Somerfield.
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Sainsbury's invests £9m in self-sufficient waste
Sainsbury’s is making a bid to become the UK’s first retailer to manage all of its own waste, with a £9 million investment over the next two years to open five food recycling plants.
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ArticleBritish Airways cuts fuel charges
British Airways World Cargo (BAWC) has announced a reduction to its fuel surcharge as the debate over food miles continues.
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ArticleCapespan nets supplier award
Capespan UK has scooped the national Co-op award as Supplier of the Year for regional product for its supply of Scottish tomatoes.
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ArticleRudolph potatoes return to Asda
Asda is showing festive cheer once again this year with tinkling sleigh-bells heralding the return of its Rudolph potato.
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Sainsbury's slammed for 'misleading' ad
Sainsbury’s has come under fire after a TV advert that allegedly contained misleading dietary recommendations.
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Award for innovative pest managers
Exosect, a leading provider of Intelligent Pest Management solutions, won the ‘Best New Product’ award for its Exosex SPTab solution at The Society of Food Hygiene and Technology Awards (SOFHT), last month.
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Greenvale scoops potato award
Vales Sovereign, a new potato from Greenvale AP, won the Variety of the Year accolade in the Tesco Fresh Produce Category Awards
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Funding boost for Yorkshire training
An EU-backed funding programme is to boost the fresh produce industry in Yorkshire by providing training and development advice.
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Charities join forces over pesticide row
Two leading agricultural charities have lodged a complaint with the EU ombudsman on proposed European pesticide rules this week.