All Environment articles – Page 3
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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
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NewsG’s releases ESG report via video for first time
Leading salad grower G’s has released a cinematic sustainability report, bringing to life diverse stories, voices and sustainability achievements
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NewsWA Farm Direct releases recyclable Baby Bravo packaging
The protective packaging is designed to reduce reliance on plastics while boosting presentation
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NewsFertiliser and soil conditioners under consultation in organic standards review
The Soil Association has opened a consultation on whether to raise organic standards in Northern Ireland in line with changes to the EO Organic Regulation
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NewsIfoam urges rethink after EU proposal on NGTs
Organics group warns EU’s legislative proposal on New Genomic Techniques risks jeopardising future of European farming and consumers’ freedom of choice
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NewsLandmark EU ruling clears path for gene edited fruit and vegetables
Deal between the Council of the EU and European Parliament sets out plan to regulate new genomic techniques in same manner as conventional breeding methods
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NewsKakuzi up for multiple avocado awards in Kenya
Producer says nominations at Kenya Avocado Excellence Awards reinforce position as ‘diversified and vertically integrated business’
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NewsSnacking, spuds and ‘TikTok to table’
Waitrose’s annual food and drink report has revealed the biggest trends set to shape shopper behaviour in 2026