All articles by Fred Searle – Page 28
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ArticleBusiness confidence still low among farmers
NFU survey shows farmers lack confidence to invest due to concerns around phasing out of BPS, rising input prices and impact of Covid-19
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ArticleSouth Africa welcomes "excellent" currant crop
Producers in Olifants River valley enjoy high volumes and good quality thanks to favourable growing conditions
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ArticlePotato ballot result 'reflects brewing discontent’
AHDB petitioners welcome “clear vote” to do away with potato levy while NFU calls for clarity on R&D body’s future “as soon as possible”
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ArticlePotato sector votes to ditch AHDB levy
Two thirds of buyers and growers vote ‘no’, sending the message that industry doesn’t feel beleaguered R&D body is good value for money
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ArticleRecord entries for Food Photographer of the Year
Competition sponsored by Pink Lady receives more entries than ever before in its tenth year
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ArticleTotal Produce Sheffield fined for rotten fruit
Wholesaler found guilty of four quality and labelling offences and fined £14,500 after series of non-conformity notices from government agency
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NFU backs gene editing in govt consultation
Union’s position that technique should be regulated differently from GM contrasts with organic sector’s opposition to the technique
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ArticleIceland trials new convenience format
‘Swift’ store in Newcastle boasts nearly 3,000 lines and is designed to be easy to use, offering “complete range of meal solutions”
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Article‘NIR tech is boosting returns in tomatoes’
Grading specialist says technology to measure Brix levels is increasingly allowing producers to command a premium for their sweeter produce
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ArticleMajor breakthrough in ToBRFV resistance
Syngenta’s Lansor beef tomato for Mediterranean production is world’s first variety with resistance to destructive virus
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ArticleFlorette launches Rainbow Crunchy salad
Colourful and crunchy creation accompanied by marketing campaign to inspire consumers and pair salad with various recipes
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ArticleBerryWorld celebrates double award win
Supplier and breeder picks up two Superior Taste Awards at 2021 International Taste Institute Awards, making it nine since 2018
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ArticlePersimon enjoys high quality despite lower volumes
Bad weather limits exports of PDO-certified Spanish fruit but quality remains high as sector looks to boost market share
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ArticleWestfalia’s green mission to mark founder’s birthday
Avocado and fruit specialist commemorates Dr Hans Merensky by pledging to recover group’s total carbon emissions by 2049
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ArticleOddbox overhauls brand experience
Updates include seasonal eating guides, tips on fighting food waste at home and personalised impact reports on how much veg you've rescued
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ArticleJ.O. Sims lands first UK cherry farm
Broomfields of Holt joins supplier’s global portfolio as it strives for year-round supply
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ArticleOF&G welcomes Sustainable Farming Incentive
SFI will ‘reward farmers for delivering environmental benefits across all farming systems, including organic farms’
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ArticleJupiter to trial new plums in Greece
Six varieties will be grown in partnership with kiwi and stonefruit specialist AS Nestos near Kavala in north of country
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ArticleDover breakbulk deal for Soreidom & Caribbean Line
Service from Europe to Caribbean and north-east coast of South America will now be served by Port of Dover
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ArticleBehind the scenes at Co-op’s food hub
Central England Co-op throws back the curtain to reveal how its distribution centre in Leicester has kept shelves stocked and staff safe during the pandemic