All articles by Fred Searle – Page 33
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ArticleOn a role: MorePeople celebrates 20 years
After two decades recruiting candidates for permanent positions in the food industry, MorePeople knows a thing or two about finding the right person for the job. Fred Searle speaks to chief executive and founder Guy Moreton as his company celebrates its 20th anniversary
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ArticleBakkavor worker dies amid Covid-19 outbreak
Employee falls victim to virus after cases shoot up at prepared salads factory but manufacturer says there is “no evidence” they contracted Covid-19 at work
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ArticleBAPL teams up with dietitian to promote heart health
Trade body is encouraging consumers to lower their risk of cardiovascular disease and high blood pressure by eating an apple a day
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ArticleDover becomes fully temperature controlled
Addition of temperature-controlled out-loading chamber means storage, container stripping and distribution can all be done at a set temperature
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ArticleNorth East set for additional produce hub
£3m investment spearheaded by Gateshead wholesaler JR Holland will operate in addition to North East Wholesale Fruit and Vegetable Market
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ArticleVeg voucher project lines up Christmas appeal
Alexandra Rose Charity’s Christmas Challenge will see two other charities match donations to voucher project for disadvantaged families
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ArticleDownload FPJ’s Sustainability Special
We showcase the technologies revolutionising supply chain sustainability as the clock ticks on climate action
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ArticleTroy Foods opens new ready-to-eat veg facility
Processing factory in Wakefield is part of manufacturer’s five-year plan to become UK’s largest prepared veg supplier across all sectors
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ArticleAHDB calls for feedback on reform promises
Series of online discussions in December to let growers have their say on AHDB Horticulture’s new five-year strategy and commitments to change
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Article“Tsunami” of 2021 insolvencies "will make trade tough”
Experienced trade credit insurance broker says fresh produce firms need to assess risk differently in wake of Covid-19, warning of “very tough” trading conditions when economy reopens, particularly in hospitality
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ArticleDisease specialist wins British Potato Industry Award
Ian Toth lands AHDB lifetime achievement award, being described as the “go-to person for all things blackleg and soft rot”
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ArticleRothamsted opens agritech business hub
Renovation of research institution’s Russell Building offers much-needed business space to start-ups in agritech, agrifood and agriscience
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ArticleOcado chief named City Food Lecturer 2021
Mel Smith will give lecture in a virtual event following rapid sales growth driven by Covid-19 at the online retailer
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ArticleWales calls for urgent govt action as Brexit nears
Ten groups representing Welsh food and drink write to PM demanding measures to avoid “devastating impact” on businesses and livelihoods
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ArticleNFU and CLA respond to 10-point environment plan
Farming bodies call for grants for tree-planting and woodland management among other financial incentives for green agriculture
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ArticleAldi extends Deliveroo trial to almost 130 stores
Home delivery now available to customers in Scotland and Wales after latest expansion of pilot
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ArticleCentral England Co-op opens new flagship store
Local retailer’s forward-thinking outlet in Lichfield boasts a ‘zero-waste refill station’ and eco-friendly fridges among other green features
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ArticleKisanHub secures £1.12m for supply chain data platform
Agritech firm lands funding from EU and UK to accelerate business in Britain and Europe and help improve sustainability of agri-food suppliers
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ArticleOcado listing up for grabs at 2021 BOOM awards
Whoever picks up the Winner of Winners prize at Soil Association’s organic awards will be offered a listing by Ocado
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ArticleCanadian telecoms firm launches agritech giant
UK's Muddy Boots is among multiple businesses acquired by Canadian telecoms titan Telus as it looks to optimise global food production