All Environment articles – Page 3
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NewsPPWR brings new rules for ‘forever chemicals’ and transport packaging
New packaging measures now apply across the European Union, as businesses across the supply chain adapt to immediate changes
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PodcastsAre droughts and crop shortages the new normal?
In the latest FPJ podcast, Nina, Fred and Julia discuss if, and how, the fresh produce sector can adapt as the UK faces its fifth heatwave and multiple crop shortages
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FeaturesAlgarve oranges set the standard on taste
The heat may be a continuous concern for Portuguese producers, but so is the challenge of getting consumers to look beyond the minor blemishes to get to the taste of Algarve’s top-quality oranges
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NewsPeat usage falls but transition remains complex
Growers are using less peat than a year ago, finds survey, but challenges remain around costs, crop losses and production system adaption
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NewsWater For All mangoes target values-driven shoppers
Continental Fresh hopes its Water For All initiative will help to sell more mangoes in the US, while providing clean water to greater numbers
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NewsFruits Rouges & Co makes first trimodal shipment
The French supplier says the success of its first trimodal shipment of Vietnamese mangoes demonstrates its ability to evolve logistically
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NewsMoulton Bulb and IPP see onion volumes double in five years
IPP has been supplying sustainable wooden pallets to UK grower Moulton Bulb since 2008, but only in recent years have volumes soared to 120,000 pallets a year
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News91 per cent believe UK food system risk has increased
IGD survey ranks risks to UK food system, helping businesses focus on the ones most likely to affect their ability to maintain supply, manage costs and serve consumers
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FeaturesHow a new Organic Action Plan could unlock the sector’s potential
With a new Organic Action Plan for England on the horizon, Julia Bottoms reports on what the sector wants to see – and whether promises can turn to policies
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FeaturesBarfoots celebrates 50 years of ‘forever farming’
Barfoots’ Keston Williams takes Fred Searle on a sustainability journey, from energy self-sufficiency to water resilience, as the pioneering producer marks its 50th anniversary
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FeaturesHow water became the watchword in fresh produce
As growers face multiple consecutive heatwaves and low rainfall, Nina Pullman explores the challenges and opportunities around water resilience on farms, from reservoir construction to collaborative catchment projects
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NewsWater action needed 'immediately' for food security, says NFU
Union calls for flexible abstraction licences, streamlined planning system and investment in on-farm reservoirs
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NewsNottingham uni project aims to reduce use of legume fertilisers
Plant scientist awarded £1.9 million grant to explore biological nitrogen fixation (BNF) as sustainable alterative to fertilisers
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NewsCherries provide cheer for UK growers
UK cherry sales have risen in both volume and value over the past year, with producers optimistic about the category’s future
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NewsZero Carbon Forum welcomes first wholesaler in Sysco GB
The non-profit organisation says building resilience is becoming as important as reducing emissions for hospitality businesses, necessitating the expansion of industry collaboration
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NewsUK’s first precision-bred potato receives Defra approval
Marketing notice approval for disease-resistant Maris Piper marks step towards reducing fungicide reliance and improving sustainability
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NewsFood industry giants back new letter calling for Good Food Bill
Britain’s biggest retailer Tesco is the latest to join over 100 food industry giants sounding the alarm over Britain’s food supplies
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NewsNFU urges action to secure water for farming
As half the UK suffers from drought, the NFU has called for joined-up thinking from government to secure water for farming and protect nation’s food security
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NewsInnocent awards £1mn in grants to fruit and veg projects
Winning projects will support growers in 14 countries to adopt climate-friendly farm practices and secure the future of core ingredients in Innocent’s range, from citrus to coconut
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NewsEnvironment Agency activates water transfer scheme in Lincolnshire
A transfer between three rivers and an emergency reservoir has been made available to support growers in Lincolnshire as more UK regions enter prolonged dry weather or drought