All articles by Michael Barker – Page 15
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NewsNFU expresses concern over new US tariffs
US is the UK’s largest market for agri-food products outside of the EU
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NewsKantar announces major expansion of UK grocery panel
Data expert says expansion will bring even greater visibility to shopper behaviour
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NewsNFU and Lord Rooker call for national biosecurity plan
Plant and animal disease threats are on the rise at a time when food security is a high priority
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NewsGreencore agrees deal to acquire Bakkavor
If approved, the deal would create a £4 billion convenience food supplier
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NewsTesco and Aldi vie for British apple sales crown as Asda improves
British Apples & Pears figures for the past six months reveal some impressive retailer performances
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NewsBartlett toasts Minecraft tieup with April Fool’s prank
Square potatoes – or ‘Bartlett Blocks’ – were described as extremely efficient to stack
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NewsPromotions in vogue as household budgets tighten
Kantar figures show supermarkets responding to budget pressure with more price cuts
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NewsZeichner faces Efra committee on key farming questions
The closure of the SFI to new applicants is among the topics up for scrutiny
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NewsBrakes launches ‘biggest-ever’ cashback campaign to support indies
Initiative comes at a time when food businesses are under pressure from rising staff costs
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NewsNervous unions fire UK-US trade deal warning
Farmers and growers have voiced concerns over equivalent food standards
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NewsSaudi date-based soft drink set for UK debut
PIF-backed product is launching on various UK retail platforms in May
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NewsJazz Juniors launched in boost to both kids and growers
Fun-sized fruit are expected to be a big hit with children
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NewsBig businesses unite to launch sustainable farming pilot
Routes to Regen project aims to show how cross-sector support can boost regen ag
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NewsGovernment appoints food strategy advisory board
Defra has announced the aims of the new food strategy and the individuals who will help realise them
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NewsRichard Clark to retire as Branston commercial director
Long-serving executive steps down later this month
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NewsDefra publishes UK Pesticides National Action Plan
NFU welcomes publication of plan, but questions how it will be supported and delivered
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NewsGolden Kings potato campaign aims to challenge consumer habits
Initiative sets out to educate consumers on newer varieties
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NewsExpanded Lidl schools programme puts fruit and veg centre stage
Supermarket is investing in educating children about healthy fresh produce
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NewsUrban Farm-It’s Lion’s Mane mushrooms roar onto Sainsbury’s shelves
Kent-grown product is pitched as an ideal ingredient for plant-based cooking
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NewsARU to host Plant Empowerment’s first UK workshop
Two-day event will feature practical demonstrations and expert insights