All articles by Michael Barker – Page 54
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ArticleWaitrose ends multibuy shrinkwrap on tins
Move, which aims to eliminate single-use plastic, affects wide range of tinned vegetables and beans
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ArticleKey principles for Scottish plant health unveiled
Advice aims to help protect Scotland's plant resources from the threat of novel pests and diseases
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ArticleFrench tech deal for indoor farm group
Growth towers from UK agritech firm IGS will produce a range of herbs and salads to supply French retailers
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ArticleSales boost for Co-op
Revenue and profits rise at convenience specialist despite high costs associated with Covid-19
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ArticleMDS and Redfox in graduate push
Recruitment agency to help promote new graduates from leading management scheme to the fresh produce industry
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ArticleIceland makes plastic rallying call
Supermarket joins environmental groups in calling on grocery chains to publish transparent figures on plastic usage
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ArticleGrocery sales still in strong growth
Sales growth continues to be over 10 per cent, though there are signs this is slowing down as Covid shopping patterns change
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ArticleYork to host international carrot event
UK wins the bidding to host ISHS International Symposium on Carrot and other Apiaceae in October 2021
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ArticleInnovative tomato pack tackles waste
'Industry first' Sensera variety from Hazera Seeds features 'natural' handles and high taste credentials
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ArticleTopfruit in focus at FPJ Live 2020
Dedicated stage features collaboration between FPJ and National Fruit Show, as well as a Future Talent Showcase
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ArticleAyrshire Earlies in Japan trade boost
Some 14 key Scottish food and drink export lines are expected to gain protection in new UK-Japan trade deal
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ArticleHort-ready facility goes on the market
140,000 sq ft site in East Yorkshire is described as a "rare opportunity" for a ready-made let
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ArticleOrganic sector warns of Brexit impact
Group of organisations write to UK trade negotiators to warn of profound negative impact on the organic food sector
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ArticleMorrisons acquires plant supplier
Move bolsters supermarket's clout in ornamental horticulture as it looks to develop its garden centre offer
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ArticleHerb sales surge at Waitrose
Supermarket reports strong growth of fresh herbs as home-based consumers look to add flavour to dishes
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ArticleFirst Sunburst picked in Herefordshire
First non-Kent grown crop represents next step in tropical-tasting fruit's journey into the mainstream
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ArticleNFU calls for Parliament say on trade deals
Farmers' union uses the occasion of Back British Farming day to emphasise need to protect British food standards
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ArticleSpar revamps prepared veg offer
Expanded prepared veg range is part of plans to make Spar a destination for shoppers looking for dinner options
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ArticleNew figures underline child food insecurity
Marcus Rashford and Food Foundation lead calls for Chancellor to act to minimise risk of child poverty
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ArticleChambers launches major raspberry trial
Initiative sees large-scale trial involving nearly 50 varieties and nine countries