All articles by Fred Searle – Page 21
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Mixed response to Autumn Budget from NFU
Batters wanted to see longer-term roadmap for capital allowances, more net-zero funding and an overhaul of government procurement practices
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ArticleLEAF targets ‘85 per cent sustainable production'
New partnership with Tesco will see retailer implement LEAF Marque across its entire global fresh produce supply chain
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ArticleScottish govt 'to double land farmed organically'
Soil Association calls on UK govt to match Scotland’s commitment, saying “clear support” for organic production is absent from ELMS
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ArticleTWC opens Halloween pumpkin patch
New ‘pick you own’ patch on land adjacent to company’s watercress beds allows local families to select their perfect pumpkin
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ArticleRed Tractor launches Christmas ad campaign
Advertising push focuses on streaming services, urging shoppers to put safe, traceable and good quality British food on the table for Christmas
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ArticleRed Tractor names Alistair Mackintosh as new vice chair
Experienced farming advocate will take up new position in November, when Andrew Blenkiron’s second term ends after almost eight years
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ArticlePre-tax profits soar at Fresca Group
UK fresh produce giant sees turnover shrink but welcomes big improvement in profitability due to effective cost and margin management
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ArticleAlexandra Rose Charity celebrates 1m veg vouchers
£1m spent on fresh produce at markets and independent retailers across UK as part of free voucher scheme for low-income families
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ArticleEnvironment Bill soils amendment rejected
Soil Association says MPs have missed a crucial opportunity to take role of soils in climate and nature crises seriously
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ArticleBrand new beginnings
Having first launched its retail brand at Costco over 10 years ago, OrchardWorld’s fruit is now also available at Ocado and Amazon Fresh. Fred Searle hears how the supplier is making concerted efforts to educate and connect with consumers
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ArticleBright prospects for Sunup melons
Premium cantaloupe range from BASF, which indicates ripeness and boasts long shelf life, now available year round
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ArticleHoogstraten targets UK growth in tomatoes
Proximity and flavour are key selling points in Belgian cooperative’s push to grow tomato exports to British market in wake of Brexit
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ArticleNew sensor to spot chemicals in fruit and veg
EU-funded consortium is working on new high-speed tech to identify harmful chemicals and bacteria in produce
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ArticleNIAB EMR event to explore new SWD control methods
New approaches to spotted wing drosophila control will open R&D organisation’s annual berry event
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ArticleStrength in diversity
With a plethora of new varieties coming on stream, the grape sector is transforming. But it’s not all about sweetness and great flavour, as Fred Searle finds out
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ArticleStick to new imports deadlines, urges Logistics UK
Trade body calls on government to give businesses greater certainty by guaranteeing its postponed timetable for import checks is adhered to
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ArticleNew cranes arrive at Dover
Cargo terminal bolsters facilities with installation of two harbour cranes that can handle palletised fruit, steel, breakbulk, containers and more
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ArticleJob of the Week: TG Fruits
Brighton wholesaler is searching for passionate, well-organised and professional staff in a number of roles to help the business grow
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ArticleOPRL leads campaign for simple recycling labelling
Organisation fears government plans to introduce mandatory recycling labelling could lead to proliferation of labels, adding to current confusion
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ArticleLondoners spend most on fruit and veg, research reveals
Capital spends most on fruit and veg and least on meat, while Northern Ireland spends most on sweets and meat but least on fruit and veg