All Environment articles – Page 41
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Article‘We need clearer messaging on food sustainability’
Bryan Roberts of Shopfloor Insights calls for a clearer message on food sustainability and recommends a return to local sourcing and seasonality
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ArticleOF&G welcomes SFI rollout
OF&G's Roger Kerr supports Defra's announcement on next year's rollout of the Sustainable Farming Incentive scheme in the UK
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ArticleSoil plan lacks ambition, say critics
The UK government has agree to pay farmers to protect and nurture the soil, but the measures don't go far enough, say environmental groups
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ArticleBritish growers criticise retail promotions study
Jack Ward and Guy Poskitt question research which suggests lowering fruit and veg prices to encourage healthier, more sustainable diets
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Article‘Activated air’ seed cleaning ‘accelerates germination’
Trials of chemical-free seed treatment show “significant reductions in infections, improved germination rates, higher yield and reduced losses” in baby leaf salads
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ArticleHigh demand for Turkish pomegranates
Volumes of Turkish pomegranates are down due to this year's heat wave, but demand remains strong, according to exporter Alanar
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ArticleTipa eyes compostable future
The compostable packaging company says it is crucial to consider end-of-life disposal in order to protect the environment from plastic waste
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AnalysisCan vertical farms feed the world?
Vertical farmer and clean energy specialist Tristan Fischer has a plan he believes will transform the future of food production and help the world avoid climate catastrophe
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AdvertorialWebinar examines quality and sustainability
As the world of food safety and sustainability evolves, the Fruitnet Presents & AgriPlace webinar looks at the role of automation
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ArticleJLP launches Circular Future Fund
John Lewis's £1m grant initiative is looking for projects that help speed the move towards a more circular economy
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ArticleSustainability the priority at Alanar
In the face of extreme weather, Turkey's Alanar sees sustainability and the latest technology as the best response
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ArticleNew project trials sustainable 'plastic greenhouses'
A radical new type of greenhouse with windows made of ETFE plastic delivers higher quality and more sustainable produce according to the consortium behind it
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ArticleCitrus benefits from health focus
Highlighting the nutritional qualities of citrus is a reliable way to boost consumer demand, according to speakers at Global Citrus Congress
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ArticleShape future of LEAF Marque Standard
Global environmental assurance system launches wide-reaching consultation on what requirements of its new standard, v16.0, should be
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ArticleStudents tackle climate question
UK competition aims to engage young people in the transition to sustainable food systems and carbon neutral farming
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ArticleWaitrose unveils Leckford enviro plan
James Bailey, executive director at Waitrose, explains how the Leckford Estate will be a 'test bed for farming innovation'
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ArticleSoil health emphasis for Raisins SA
Raisins South Africa has identified soil health as a key environmental strategy for the future
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ArticleGlobal goal for Lebanese grapes
High-quality grapes from Lebanon are “unbeatable”, says exporter Awdi Enterprise, which sees potential for expansion to international export markets
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ArticleAhold Delhaize in emissions pledge
Retailer brings its net-zero target forward to 2040 for direct carbon emissions
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ArticleEnvironment Act becomes law
George Eustice hails introduction of "the most ambitious environmental programme of any country on Earth"