All articles by Fred Searle – Page 85
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ArticleOrganic growth in Dutch topfruit
The Netherlands' organics boom could soon set prices tumbling, says the country's largest organic topfruit grower, Robert Elshof
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ArticlePlant burger that ‘bleeds’ to star at London conference
US meat substitute to be sampled by Joanna Lumley at conference highlighting environmental impact of livestock production
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ArticleIsle of Wight grower extends speciality tomato season
Production will continue into early November this year, capitalising on strong demand particularly for green tomatoes
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ArticleSpain fears rise of the Egyptians
As Egypt ramps up its citrus production and turns desert into groves, Spain’s citrus producers are keeping a close eye on the competition
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ArticleGrowers can now salt their mushrooms too
Salt joins list of 16 other everyday substances that growers can use to control pests, weeds and diseases after European Commission approval
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ArticleBranston appoints new South West general manager
Former Brake Bros and QV Foods employee joins potato supplier to oversee operations at site for new and salad potatoes
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ArticleNFU urges RPA to ‘up its game’ on subsidy payments
Body warns growers that remapping of common land, on which farmers can claim entitlements, could worsen delays in processing claims
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ArticleTwins set to smash own record for UK’s biggest pumpkin
Current record holders expect to beat last year’s record by more than 20 stone at pumpkin festival near Southampton on 14 October
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Video'Brand is key' to Tenderstem success
Watch: Tight specs demanded by Tenderstem brand have been integral to the product's strong sales growth, says Barfoots grower Richard Le Cornu
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ArticleSainsbury’s trials checkout-free shopping
Retailer takes a leaf out of Amazon’s book and begins testing smartphone technology to allow customers to avoid queuing
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ArticleNFU backs May’s Brexit implementation period
Union supports plans to extend Brexit deadline by two years but says farmers need more detail on how immigration system will work
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ArticleAHDB in £1m soil biology research partnership
Five-year knowledge exchange programme aims to bring together research and practical approaches to soil biology and soil health
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ArticleNim’s listed at Co-op in first supermarket deal
Air-dried fruit and veg crisp brand to be sold at 60 Co-op stores in the South East, with plans to roll out nationally depending on sales
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ArticleTesco fights waste by selling blemished apples
Retailer to support growers by selling fruit with ‘frost ring’ that would normally fall outside of crop specs
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ArticleOrganic sales set to reach new heights
Revenues expected to surpass £2.2 billion by end of year, which would be sector’s best ever annual sales figure
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ArticleSo that’s why the Merseyside sky glows pink…
LEDs from Flavourfresh Salads plant near Liverpool explain mysterious light that left locals confused
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ArticleBakkavor takes on young recruits
Prepared produce giant hires 47 graduates and apprentices in specialisms such as engineering, supply chain and HR
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ArticleNFU welcomes Gove’s support
Defra secretary says he wants government to support farmers more than ever during Brexit in article to coincide with Back British Farming Day
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ArticleWrap takes food waste fight to next level
Sustainability charity calls for more multi-partner collaboration and greater focus on most wasted products and biggest generators of waste
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ArticleGreat British Menu chef to promote Northern Irish spuds
Mark Abbott, who starred on BBC2 cookery show, joins 'Mighty Spud' campaign aimed at boosting sales and awareness of local potatoes