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ArticleSignum could aid summer brassica crop
The summer brassica crop could fall foul of downy mildew and white blister this season, according to experts, but fungicide Signum could be the answer to growers’ prayers.
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FTA reveals green website
Freight Transport Association’s (FTA) new green campaigning website sustainabledistribution.com has been unveiled.
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New finance package for horticultural businesses
The Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (AMC) has launched a new Rural Business Loan, which can be used to fund any rural business, including horticulture
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Mid-season aphid crash
The number of beneficial insects seen in the south east of England this year has resulted in vegetable growers experiencing a ‘mid-season crash’ in the number of aphids appearing in their crops
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Pensions for the self-employed
There has been a groundswell of genuine concern in recent times surrounding pensions. Andrea Kirkby reports on what self-employed growers should know and how to make the most out of their savings.
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ArticleKwik Save enters crisis talks
Talks are to resume later today over the future of beleaguered discount retail chain Kwik Save, as staff agree to go without pay for a sixth week.
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Tranter cleans up
Growers of protected crops conscious of saving energy are being pointed in the direction of Tranter International’s plate heat exchangers (PHE) for greenhouse disinfection equipment.
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ArticleTasting the difference with top quality produce
Sainsbury’s product technologist for potatoes and core vegetables, Debbie Winstanley, talks to Elspeth Waters about what the supermarket expects from growers, her thoughts on extending the season, and environmental responsibility.
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Red Tractor revs up to assure UK
Growers’ recent efforts to raise awareness of duplication in farm audits seem to be paying dividends with the news that
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ArticleWaitrose worries independents
Two-thirds of independent deli and farm shop owners consider Waitrose to be a bigger threat to their business than Tesco, a recent survey has revealed.
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ArticleAll change at Defra
Following David Miliband’s departure to pastures more exotic, Hilary Benn has been appointed by Gordon Brown to replace him as Defra Secretary of State.
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ArticleAsda defends pricing position
Asda has responded to the criticism of its pricing policies by NFU president Peter Kendall.
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Royal Show final day cancelled
Poor weather has forced The Royal Show to finish a day early.
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Partnership provides traceability solution
A new traceability solution has been launched that will provide 100 per cent accuracy.
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ArticleEuro flower power
The latest round of European flower trials took place recently in the Netherlands, with a number of varieties catching the eye.
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No global retailers, says Metro man
There are no global retailers, which is why integration is essential in developing markets, said Dr. Hans-Joachim Körber, ceo and chairman of the Management Board, METRO Group, at the 51st World Food Business Summit in Shanghai.
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Horticruitment moves with the times
Recruitment specialist Horticruitment has revamped its website as part of an overall company rebrand.
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Looking to future for Cornish agriculture
Transition Cornwall is holding a special evening event on July 4 to raise awareness of oil depletion, climate change and the impact on farming.
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Product price defines profitability
The slightest variations in product price can lead to a massive difference in operating profitability for a horticultural business, a leading consultant has suggested.