All United Kingdom articles – Page 3
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NewsAgriLook connects the dots for growers
Developed by Preston Waldon, new software tool AgriLook aims to “help farmers stay ahead of the curve” by delivering forward-looking intelligence
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NewsComing soon: FPJ Mediterranean Special
FPJ’s Mediterranean Special explores the big challenges and opportunities facing suppliers in the region, including climate change and new varieties
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CommentPost-Brexit red tape ‘putting off overseas hauliers’
Mike Parr, CEO of PML Seafrigo in the UK and Ireland, takes stock of the major challenges facing UK fresh produce logistics, from plant health fees to port delays and government U-turns
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CommentMove to circular economy ‘boosts UK’s resilience’
Keith James, member of the Circular Economy Taskforce and head of public sector partnerships and policy and insights at WRAP, on why the organisation is backing the government’s circular economy plans
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NewsBrakes launches ‘biggest-ever’ cashback campaign to support indies
Initiative comes at a time when food businesses are under pressure from rising staff costs
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NewsNervous unions fire UK-US trade deal warning
Farmers and growers have voiced concerns over equivalent food standards
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ArticleResearch points to positive effect of Poly4 on soil health
Anglo American and Biome Makers have formed a collaboration to assess the impact of low-carbon fertiliser Poly4 on the soil microbiome
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NewsSaudi date-based soft drink set for UK debut
PIF-backed product is launching on various UK retail platforms in May
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NewsEgypt and Jordan on the rise in premium strawberries
January’s showcase of premium UC Davis cultivars demonstrates the growing influence of Egypt and Jordan in strawberry production, according to Global Plant Genetics
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NewsJazz Juniors launched in boost to both kids and growers
Fun-sized fruit are expected to be a big hit with children
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NewsEFRA to quiz Zeichner on Defra vision for farming
Defra minister Daniel Zeichner to face cross-party MPs’ questions on farming, profitability and fairness in supply chains
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NewsReport identifies new revenue from crop waste
A new report from Growing Kent & Medway highlights the untapped potential of waste from horticultural crops
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NewsRed Tractor commits farm assurance scheme to wide-ranging improvements
The food assurance scheme promises significant improvements following publication of the Farm Assurance Review
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NewsSpar sells Trudi’s bananas in UK first
Retailer’s primary wholesaler James Hall & Co says premium-branded fruit has boosted sales following shift in consumer demand
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NewsNew Belgian campaign targets growth in Norway and UK
Vlam has unveiled a three-year project designed to raise awareness of Belgium’s premium quality fruit and vegetables
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NewsSteve Reed sees Veg Power in action
Defra secretary sees veg consumption campaign in action at primary school in his London constituency
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NewsChefs want prepped produce, new wholesaler report reveals
UK hospitality sector seeks pre-prepared fruit and veg from wholesale markets to ease labour crisis
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NewsFSCG sets out stall for fresh potato sector
New trade group representing UK fresh potato suppliers pledges to tackle industry challenges and promote growth for sector
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NewsUK border ‘most expensive and least efficient’, FPC warns
Nigel Jenney joins other industry experts in telling cross-party EFRA Committee that UK post-Brexit border system is broken
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NewsFood banks ‘forced to dispose of retailer food waste’
New research by environmental charity exposes stark reality of food redistribution in the UK