All United Kingdom articles – Page 127
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ArticleCalls for seasonal visas to tackle HGV driver shortage
Logistics UK urges government to introduce seasonal visa for European HGV drivers as well as funded driver training to help combat crisis
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ArticleQuick commerce channel 'set for major growth'
Rapid food and grocery delivery now considered a sales channel in own right and IGD says burgeoning sector could more than double in size
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ArticleNFU calls for govt strategy to manage trade deal impact
Concerns that tariff liberalisation and rise in imports could drive down farm gate prices, undermine standards and harm UK farm businesses
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ArticleLEAF teaches medics about sustainable food
New initiative sees medical students learn about sustainability, food production and farming on-farm
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ArticleF&V imports from EU down significantly in Q1
UK imports from EU fall by around 15 per cent, while overall food and drink exports almost halve as traders feel effects of Brexit and Covid-19
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ArticlePort of Almeria to launch F&V sea service to UK
Port Authority said short-sea shipping provides a viable alternative to road transportation from the region
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ArticleUK farming needs urgent image change, study says
Urgent need to reform image of UK farming to prevent “disastrous” labour shortages, University of Exeter report warns
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ArticleDriver shortage causes UK supply crisis
A shortage of HGV drivers is causing national supply crisis, leaving produce rotting and empty shelves, say distributors
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ArticleHerbs turn over a new leaf
The pandemic has kickstarted fresh herbs, with many products enjoying sales growth of around 30 per cent. Fred Searle reports on the sector's key trends as UK consumers get more adventurous with their cooking
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ArticleNational Berry Month set for kick off
First-time event will target barbecue and cinema lovers, as well as highlighting the various benefits of berries
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ArticleElectronic avocado helps cut food waste
ImpacTrack track the movements of fruit, highlighting areas that could cause potential damage
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ArticleAustralia-UK FTA to change farm labour requirements
South-East Asian residents to be offered new farm work visa in order to fill gap likely to be left by British backpackers
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ArticleScotty Brand celebrates first Ayrshire potatoes
Premium fresh produce label is hopeful of strong demand this season after Covid-related boost to local veg sales in Scotland
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ArticleTinned tomatoes 'set for price hike'
Ingredients supplier Eurostar Commodities says a range of factors has combined to put pressure on the tinned tomato market
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ArticleRashford features in new child food film
England footballer takes part in government initiative to promote the expanded Holiday Activity and Food Programme
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ArticleWaitrose renames citrus leaf to avoid racial slur
Supermarket to rename Kaffir Lime Leaves after discovering it has historically been used as a racial slur in South Africa
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ArticleTesco discounts strawberries after glut
Supermarket offers a kilo of British strawberries for just £3 after warm weather brings an abundance of crop
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ArticleEtiquette expert promotes AVA Berries
William Hanson records playful social media guide to the correct way of consuming the popular summer fruit
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ArticleUK and Australia announce trade deal
Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his Australian counterpart, Scott Morrison, agree free trade deal – but fresh produce unlikely to benefit, one expert says
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ArticleJupiter Group and Babybel launch snack pack
Featuring cheese, apples and grapes, the new packs provide a healthy grab-and-go option for busy consumers