All articles by Michael Barker – Page 99
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ArticleSweet times for blackcurrants
Ideal growing conditions have produced a vintage blackcurrant crop, benefiting both Ribena and other markets
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ArticleUK science warning after 'shock' EC decision
NIAB calls for ministerial intervention to protect UK science base after surprise decision over variety testing contracts
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ArticleTacon to stay on as supplier complaints fall
Groceries Code Adjudicator agrees to a further year in the post, while new survey suggests her work is having a major impact
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ArticleOrganic regs are "missed opportunity"
Soil Association technical manager slams troubled EU Organic Regulation, which is struggling to gain approval
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ArticleSeasonal labour drops 17 per cent
NFU survey of labour providers outlines alarming downward trend in availability of seasonal workers
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ArticleOrganics 'needs year-round campaign'
The issue of marketing and how to capitalise on growing demand was a key feature at a Soil Association event this week
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ArticleCo-op bunch shows off best of British
Retailer introduces ever-changing £8 bouquet to put seasonal British flowers in the spotlight over the summer
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ArticleCampaign looks to put peas on plates
Great British Pea Week will be focusing its attention on school dinners as it looks to improve kids' health
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ArticleBerry prices 'could soar' over labour fears
Major new report spells out the dangers of falling production and skyrocketing prices if a new labour scheme is not introduced
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ArticleTesco launches 100 per cent fruit lolly
Watermelon ice lolly said to be a first, as fruit and salad fly off the shelves during the June heatwave
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ArticleTesco don't fear the reaper
Supermarket reports doubling of availability of Carolina Reaper chilli pepper as hot weather brings early season start
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ArticleRooting for convenience
Carrot and parsnip growers are looking to tap into modern consumer trends to help grow a mature category
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ArticleInterview: Union Jack
British Growers has been expanding its sphere of influence under the direction of Jack Ward, who believes the industry is on the cusp of further growth. Michael Barker went to meet him
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ArticleUlma unveils new tray sealers
Two new pieces of machinery now available in the UK for a wide range of fresh produce operations
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ArticleFlower week celebrates best of British
Annual celebration features a series of designs from five of the nation's top florists
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ArticleCo-op becomes LEAF corporate member
Retailer, which already sponsors Open Farm Sunday, says the move will help it deliver its sustainable food and farming goals
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ArticleDon Limón targets UK growth
Citrus and sweet potato specialist plans five-fold increase in UK sales over next three years
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ArticleMichael Gove appointed Defra secretary
Brexiteer replaces Andrea Leadsom at food, farming and environment department in cabinet reshuffle
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ArticleNFU calls for clarity after election shock
Union says whoever forms the new government must put farming at the heart of its policies and Brexit negotiations
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ArticleRaft of NPD for Neame Lea Nursery
Company unveils new range of trial products including salad bowls, smoothies and a tea infusion