All Sustainability articles – Page 159
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ArticleDubai targets plastic waste
The Emirate is seeking to address its plastic waste problem, segregating waste at source and promoting recycling and reuse, but awareness remains low
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ArticleMorrisons ramps up wonky veg stock
The retailer is raising the stock and profile of more and more irregular fruit and veg with wonky chillies hitting the shelves this week
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ArticleSterile fruit fly release in South Australia
The “attractive” sterile fruit flies have been officially released after a successful trial in March
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ArticleNew water rules arrive for farmers
Government regulations on water use will help protect rivers from harmful runoff and soil erosion
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ArticleCote d'Ivoire stresses eco approach
The West African country has undergone a rapid modernisation of its banana sector, with environmentally friendly methods seen as the way to remain competitive
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ArticleGreen life of bananas 'set to double'
New technology which recently underwent trials in Costa Rica apparently stalls ripening for around 70 days
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ArticleAsda hails wonky veg milestone
The supermarket has cut waste by introducing a wonky veg range with their 1000th tonne of misshapen carrots going on sale this week
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ArticleG's teaching millennials how to manage veg industry
The salad suppliers announced a new scheme to help its young employees develop life skills
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ArticleRoot veg suppliers to invest £750k
R & RW Bartlett will create 60 new jobs investing in green capacity, saying "clear forecasting" with Aldi to thank for growth
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VideoGBC2018: Planting for the future
Samuel Rowe of BerryWorld Group explains how the group is making its berry business more sustainable
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ArticleNew method will extend Gala market window
The AHDB said a device for detecting Gala apples suitable for long-term storage will be available in the future
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ArticleBlue Whale lays out future strategy
The French topfruit and kiwifruit exporter has communicated its future strategy, including the development of new varieties, organics and the zero-residue label
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Article“Substantial progress” made in green farming
Environmental farming charity LEAF revealed encouraging new figures for sustainable production practises
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ArticleHoverflies offer ‘dual benefit to strawberry growers’
New research by NIAB EMR shows that insect eats aphids as well as pollinating strawberry plants, helping to boost yields
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ArticleRetailers get behind World Water Day
Tesco and Sainsbury's among supermarkets pledging to reduce water stress in arable land
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ArticleBayer outlines bee neonics study
Bayer, Exeter University and Rothamsted Research identify enzymes in bees that determine sensitivity to neonicotinoids
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ArticleOcado reveals near zero waste figures
The online retailer attributed its efficiency to a dynamic redistribution network including charities and zoos
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ArticleNew facility to grow year-round lettuce
Two British companies are pairing up to create an "innovative" hydroponics facility which will increase shelf life for UK consumers
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ArticlePorts in sustainability pledge
International port community commits to sustainable growth and development during Antwerp meet
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ArticleMcDonald's makes carbon pledge
The multinational burger chain says it is the first restaurant to set greenhouse gas reduction targets