All articles by Fred Searle – Page 49
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ArticleRoot of the problem
Bans on agrochemicals and Brexit labour woes are making life tough in the carrot and parsnip sectors as growers look to robots for solutions
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ArticleWaitrose expands Rapid Delivery trial
Retailer adds two new cities and additional London postcodes to its two-hour delivery trial after strong initial demand
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ArticleLEAF hails ‘rising public interest’ at Open Farm Sunday
Visitor numbers estimated at 230,000, with more recorded from urban areas and an increase in farm first-timers
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ArticleSainsbury’s to scrap plastic bags for loose produce
Retailer follows Morrisons in doing away with single-use plastic bags for loose fruit and veg, setting out a host of other plastic-reduction measures
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ArticleAHDB backs plum demo centre
New centre promotes best practice in tree fruit production, showcasing research on key challenges such as soil management and SWD control
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ArticleReport urges ambition to deliver 'green Brexit'
Soil Association recommends radical changes to policy, stressing that UK lags behind some European neighbours in environmental protections
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Article'Eat more fruit and veg for breakfast,' charity urges
Having breakfast and getting 5 A DAY feature in BNF’s five challenges for Healthy Eating Week following worrying stats on breakfast consumption
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ArticleTesco wins fresh produce gong at FPC Fresh Awards
“Re-energised” retailer lands Fresh Produce Business of the Year at London ceremony
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ArticleHuge online growth to transform global grocery market
Asia Pacific expected to see ecommerce growth of almost 200 per cent in next five years, putting pressure on retailers to adapt to digital boom
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ArticleScottish potatoes help keep UK sector afloat
Less affected by last year’s drought, Scottish stocks have been key to supply in 2019, according to AHDB
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ArticleNew traffic light and MOT system to boost soil health
Two-part monitoring system developed by AHDB helps growers understand condition of soils and identify areas for improvement
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ArticleFyffes backs marine emissions regulations
Irish banana giant commits to limiting sulphur content in shipping fuels in bid to tackle climate change
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ArticleBerryWorld lands five Superior Taste Awards
Supplier wins prestigious recognition from International Taste Instuitute for five of its exclusive soft fruit varieties
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ArticleJackfruit and oyster mushrooms tipped for growth
Products fit with flexitarian trend and have strong growth potential, according to supplier and development chef
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ArticleUK food and drink exports rise 11 per cent
Q1 exports reach record high with particularly strong growth in shipments to Japan and Saudi Arabia
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ArticleChanges afoot as foodservice grows
Industry advisor expects sector to grow 18 per cent in next decade, with demographics, health and convenience driving changes in way we eat
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ArticleJupiter awards Sahyadri Farms exclusive Arra rights
High-flying supplier chooses producer group to grow Arra grapes in India as it embarks on major plantings in the country
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ArticleTenderstem launches new spice blend
Brassica brand develops Taj Mahal-inspired mix with Rooted Spices to inspire consumers to be more adventurous with the vegetable
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ArticleCranfield builds app for Colombian banana growers
Project will develop and test new irrigation scheduling service for growers to boost productivity, reduce nutrient losses and improve livelihoods
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ArticleFyffes’ Piñabar lands in Ireland
Pineapple supplier’s cutting machine will be in operation at Dunnes Stores across the country this summer