All United Kingdom articles – Page 270
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ArticleNew plant app to combat pests
CABI's PestSmart is a rare example of "reverse innovation" having been created by international development programmes in poorer countries
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ArticleRavenhill launches tangerine boxes at Ocado
Poupart’s deluxe produce brand launches 750g Christmas box designed to feed a whole family
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ArticleOrchardWorld launches citrus boxes at Ocado
New product pitched as cheap and convenient way to garnish your Christmas drinks
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ArticleHorticulture tops EU productivity gains
Fruit and veg producers leapt ahead of other agricultural sectors recording 10 - 15 per cent gains in output in 2014 - 2015
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ArticleRocha pears step out on streets of Paris
New campaign looks to raise awareness of premium variety as demand in export markets continues to grow
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ArticlePumpkin growers using "scare" tactics in field
Pumpkin producers for Asda are deploying scarecrows to keep birds off the popular Halloween crop
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ArticleOrganics shown to lower cancer risk
Cancer diagnosis is 25 per cent lower among organic consumers, according to research led by the Sorbonne University in Paris
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ArticleJack’s supports local charities with store openings
New openings near Chester and Birmingham see Tesco discounter invite community groups to apply for funding
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ArticleFareShare ‘saves UK economy £51m’
Charity already delivers huge savings to charities and state, and ‘up to £500m’ could be saved if half of UK’s surpluses were redistributed
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ArticleSoil Association targets purchase frequency boost
Only 4.4 million shoppers dominate organic sales in UK, with certification body challenging suppliers to get other shoppers buying more often
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ArticleHalloween brings scarily large pumpkin selection
Retail price analysis: This Halloween there’s something for everyone from different sizes, formats and even produce
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ArticleAll change at Greenvale
Greenvale’s new MD Andy Clarkson told delegates at FPJ Live about the challenges of production, sustainability, and the company's potential return to the private sector
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ArticleThames freight on the rise as ‘Vision’ strategy bears fruit
Freight volume surges thanks to Thames Vision strategy to maximise use of the river and take lorries off the road in London and South East
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ArticleSodexo tackles on-farm waste with food rescue scheme
Multinational caterer joins forces with Midlands fresh produce supplier and food waste firm to supply schools and businesses with wonky veg
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ArticleGPG secures major strawberry deal with UC Davis
Global Plant Genetics will work to bring new varieties to market in Europe, the Mediterranean and South America
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ArticleNFU seeks “urgent meeting” with govt amid Brexit impasse
Union president says no-deal scenario is “unthinkable”, stressing that lack of progress in negotiations is damaging farmers’ businesses
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ArticleNFU's new London base 'will make farmers’ voices heard’
New offices in heart of Westminster expected to boost opportunities to meet policy makers at crucial time for future of UK agriculture
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ArticleJupiter lands best company award
Fruit supplier picks up Food & Drink Award from luxury lifestyle magazine Lux Life following year of rapid growth and varietal breakthroughs
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ArticleNewstairs targets strong post-harvest stonefruit varieties
Stonefruit breeder focusing on low-acidity and strong post-harvest characteristics, with new varieties set to come to market “very soon”
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ArticleLiam Fox tries to reassure farmers over food standards
International trade secretary stresses importance of high food standards after Brexit amid ongoing concerns they could slip in free trade deals