All articles by Fred Searle – Page 3
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NewsGrocery price inflation rises for first time since March 2023
Inflation up slightly but only to average level seen before start of cost-of-living crisis
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ArticleUK: Ein Drittel der Kinder verzehrt weniger Obst als noch vor einem Jahr
Wie aus einer neuen von der Wohltätigkeitsorganisation FareShare in Auftrag gegebenen und von YouGov durchgeführten Umfrage hervorgeht, geben drei von zehn Eltern an, dass ihre Kinder weniger Obst essen als im vergangenen Jahr.
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FeaturesNorth Carolina Sweetpotato Commission eyes UK market growth
Michelle Grainger of the North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission tells Fred Searle about the organisation’s latest efforts to boost sales in Britain
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NewsCost of living drives down UK children’s fruit consumption
New survey from FareShare finds that a third of children are eating less fruit than a year ago
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FeaturesIndonesian picker allegations highlight risk of exploitation for seasonal workers
For the second time in three years, Indonesian pickers are alleged to have been charged illegal fees by a third party to come and work on UK farms
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NewsMPs enrol on new NFU scheme to champion British food and farming
Food and Farming Fellowship Scheme aims to create new group of MPs to speak up for the agricultural industry
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NewsGrowUp eyes expansion after £38m investment
Funds from Generate Capital will be used to increase vertical farm’s production capacity and grow its salad brands
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NewsLondon summit aims to boost Spanish fresh produce exports to UK
Spain Food Nation Summit returns for second year with narrower focus on fruits and vegetables, wine and gourmet food products
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NewsNFU president meets new Defra secretary
Tom Bradshaw and Steve Reed discuss food security, the investment required for the future of farming, and restrictions to planning policy
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NewsThorvald robots now treat ‘one in 10’ UK strawberries
Saga Robotics announces new partnerships with major growers in Kent, Scotland, and the south of England
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NewsIceland unveils ‘supermarket manifesto’ ahead of general election
Executive chair Richard Walker says he wants to advocate for customers and colleagues and narrow the gap between government and British high streets
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NewsEden Research closes in on new bioinsecticide
Products shows strong efficacy against all life stages of key pests in lab and field trials
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NewsNew online platform launched to market surplus fresh produce
Ample Marketplace supports UK growers to make the most of their crop and tackle food waste
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NewsTesco introduces fully branded Zespri SunGold packs
Shift from own label aims to boost awareness and penetration of golden kiwifruit variety
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NewsCool weather creates shortfall in UK strawberry supply
Low temperatures at start of June lead to gaps on supermarket shelves, but growers expect volumes to match rising demand for Wimbledon fortnight
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NewsNIAB appoints new COO to reinforce role in agricultural innovation
Dr Martin Dougherty of Wellcome Sanger Institute will oversee corporate services and contribute to development of business strategy at crop science organisation
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FeaturesAngus Soft Fruits: 30 and thriving
The British berry sector is going through a tough time, but the entrepreneurial spirit of Scottish supplier Angus Soft Fruits stands it in good stead. Fred Searle explores the company’s past, present and future on its 30th anniversary
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NewsBranston opens ‘UK’s largest’ mashed potato factory
New site in Lincolnshire responds to rising demand for popular British comfort food
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NewsEarth & Wheat adds frozen banana snacks to its wonky fruit and veg boxes
Chocolate-covered frozen bananas are being included as part of a new collaboration to reduce waste of the fruit
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NewsUnbeleafable launches third vertically farmed bagged salad at Tesco
New product containing sorrel was developed with support from retailer’s Accelerator Programme to boost product innovation