All Environment articles
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NewsSoil Association urges government to back organic conversion following SFI update
Open letter signed by green groups calls for a 10 per cent organic farmland target in England, backed by an ‘Organic Action Plan’
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NewsRSPB report outlines opportunity for mutual farming and nature benefits
Conservation charity emphasises that farmers also need more support
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FeaturesTakovo Berry shows value of regenerative approach
The Serbian blueberry cooperative is proving that regenerative practices that prioritise soil health and biodiversity can deliver premium quality and market access
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NewsBiosecurity NZ responds to Auckland fruit fly detection
Agency moves quickly in response to alert, after the discover of a single male Queensland fruit fly
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NewsDefra secretary announces partnership board and new £30mn fund
Defra Secretary of State Emma Reynolds also confirmed new opening windows to the SFI grant scheme and a sector plan for horticulture at today’s Oxford Farming Conference
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AnalysisTaking control: analysing the FPJ Big 50 Companies 2026
The biggest companies in UK fresh produce supply are doing all they can to make their businesses resilient and ready for growth
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PodcastsBehind the scenes of the FPJ Big 50 Companies
In the latest episode of the FPJ podcast, Nina, Fred and Michael dissect this year’s exclusive FPJ Big 50 Companies ranking of the UK’s biggest fresh produce companies
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NewsTopfruit growers face two per cent rise in costs
Inflationary pressures around orchard management and post-harvest operations are behind an expected rise in costs for apple and pear growers in 2026, according to new research by the British Apples & Pears association
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NewsLords committee to examine impact of drought on farming
Meeting will look at how well prepared and resilient England is to drought
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NewsGovernment confirms PO funding will not be renewed
Farming minister Angela Eagle has said the Fruit & Veg Aid Scheme will ‘permanently close’ at the end of this year but future support is being considered
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VideoMarketing to Gen Z: The avocado advantage
Avocados from Mexico president Alvaro Luque explains why the fruit is so popular among younger generations, and why authenticity is key to connecting with them
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NewsNFU issues warning over December drought
Farmers’ union also outlines progress in tackling major water issues
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NewsRHS predicts ‘year of the tomato’
Table-top veg, tomatoes and blackcurrants among the RHS’ top Grow Your Own trends to watch for 2026 as consumers look to save money on weekly shop
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NewsNinety per cent of Mexican avocado exports certified free from deforestation
According to Secma, 37 packhouses in Michoacán and Jalisco have obtained Pro Forest Avocado certification to date
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NewsBella Fruitiva sees UK lychee potential
Despite climatic challenges facing the island of Mauritius, exporter Bella Fruitiva continues to see good opportunities for its exotics, including breadfruit and fresh lychees
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CommentComment: Data is unseen key to post-harvest profit
How to prevent waste? Improved handling and logistics are vital, but bigger opportunities lie in better planning, writes Carmen Berkhout of Source
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NewsMorrisons outlines new emissions-reduction targets
New targets cover entire value chain, including emissions from farming
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FeaturesPrimland primed for growth of gold kiwi
With production on the rise in France, Portugal and Greece, kiwifruit marketer Primland is ready to respond to increasing consumer demand
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NewsCo-op to require all UK produce to be LEAF certified
Retailer is rolling out the compulsory certification across its British supply chain throughout 2026 after consultation with its grower group
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NewsTesco ramps up plans to boost biodiversity of land in food production
Supermarket is working with AMFresh, G’s, Branston and others on the initiative