Polytunnel planning unlikely to hit Scotland - 26 Dec
The decision to bring in planning regulations for using soft fruit polytunnels in England is unlikely to be rolled out to Scottish farms.
Chilled legislation guide out - 26 Dec
The Chilled Food Association and the British Retail Consortium (BRC) have published a guide to help manufacturers and retailers understand new EC legislation on microbiological criteria for foodstuffs.
Gas to be 80 per cent imported by 2020 - 27 Dec
Energy minister Malcolm Wicks has warned that, without action, 80 per cent of the UK’s gas supply could come from abroad by the year 2020.
EFSIS sold to SAI Global - 27 Dec
EFSIS, the global food inspection and certification specialist, has been acquired by SAI Global Group, one of the world’s leading business publishing, compliance, training and assurance organisations.
Retailers invited to make Healthy Start - 28 Dec
The FPC is urging retailers to sign up to the Healthy Start Scheme.
EU organic label to be introduced - 28 Dec
Under new EC legislation, organic produce sold in EU member states will soon be required to carry the EU logo.
Indian organic exporter expands - 28 Dec
Zenith Group, an Indian exporter based in Calcutta, is to set up a 10-acre agri-horticulture complex in West Bengal to produce organic produce.
Government sparks gangmaster fury - 29 Dec
A government proposal to water down the Gangmasters (licencing) Act to exclude food processors and packers has caused outrage in the food industry.
Scottish kids up consumption - 29 Dec
Primary school pupils in Scotland have significantly increased their intake of fresh produce, according to a study for the nation’s Executive.
Drought-resistant tomato find - 29 Dec
Scientists have made a breakthrough in the quest for drought resistance in tomatoes.
Summerfruit Company's successful year - 30 Dec
The Summerfruit Company is celebrating a successful year, having seen sales growth of 32 per cent.
Golden Maid signs up to Novazone - 30 Dec
A kiwifruit producer has signed up to Novazone to help preserve its fruit and protect against botrytis.
Taste coming to fore in UK marketplace - 30 Dec
The UK fresh produce market is becoming increasingly dominated by taste according to exporters at Moroccan agricultural trade fair, SIFEL.
McDonald's trials new fridge concept - 30 Dec
Fast food giant McDonald’s is trialing a new refrigeration system in its Islington outlet.
New website for organic farm - 30 Dec
An organic farm in Northumberland is launching a new website and online ordering service with support from Defra's Rural Enterprise Scheme (RES).
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