All articles by Kristian Bayford – Page 4
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NewsThe Felix Project launches new platform for small, one-off food donations
Felix Connect service directly links food donors to community organisations across London, allowing “ad hoc or quirky donations” to be accepted too
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NewsNine in 10 plug plant producers to go peat-free within five years, RHS survey finds
Royal Horticultural Society will support horticultural sector’s transition to peat-free growing media through a new PhD
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News‘Positive response’ from Defra on implementing Precision Breeding Act
Open letter signed by science and agri-food leaders urged new government to act quickly to make gene editing possible in England
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NewsNew report argues for ‘all-encompassing’ national food security strategy
Research from think tank Policy Exchange says government plan covering whole food ecosystem is essential
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NewsLidl to push fresh fruit as UEFA Europa League and Conference League sponsor
Partnership will see discounter encourage fruit consumption, conscious nutrition and an active lifestyle
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NewsLSA Charitable Trust launches scheme to cultivate future industry leaders
New initiative is searching for participants on a professional management pathway in commercial UK horticulture
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NewsGander signs up to Wrap’s Courtauld Commitment 2030
Food waste reduction app signs Courtauld Commitment 2030 to have “bigger impact, faster” on sustainability of UK food sector
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NewsSainsbury’s to acquire 10 Homebase stores
The converted stores, in locations across the UK, are expected to be completed by the end of next year
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NewsPotato biopesticide granted temporary approval in Greece
New product called Cedroz from Eden Reseach will be used to protect crops from worsening impact of wireworms
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News‘Bright future for UK wholesale markets as demand for quality grows’
Gary Marshall of Covent Garden Tenants’ Association believes a post-Covid shift in eating habits is working to the advantage of UK wholesale markets
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NewsDuncan & Toplis becomes first patron of UK Fresh Produce Network
Accounting and business advisers will work with Lincolnshire organisation to advance local fresh produce sector
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NewsSustainability in the spotlight at this year’s British Tomato Conference
Event on 26 September will focus on balancing business and environmental sustainability
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NewsBranston appoints new general manager at Lincoln site
Tanya Leonard has more than 20 years of experience in fresh produce across several operational roles
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NewsMajority of Brits support tax for firms producing ultra-processed foods
Over half want to see some of the revenue directed towards funding fresh fruits and vegetables for low-income families
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NewsNew Gala clones from CIV stand out for early colouration
Italian breeder’s new varieties are said to develop colouring earlier than other Gala clones
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NewsFPC warns of major inflation unless new government rethinks border checks
Industry body calls on Labour government to revise or delay planned border inspections to avoid significant inflation
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NewsWorldwide Fruit hails sales success at annual Jazz Apple Symposium
Event gave growers opportunity to share best practice and discuss key threats and opportunities in horticulture
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NewsHospitality venue openings rise for first time in two years
There were 462 new openings between March and June, driven by growth of casual dining sector
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NewsFarmers to receive free expert advice on nature-friendly practices
The Future Farm Resilience programme aims to provide business planning advice to assist UK farmers
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NewsRed Tractor interim chair receives lifetime achievement award
Alistair Mackintosh has a long history of championing the farming industry