All articles by Michael Barker – Page 71
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ArticlePulse growers advised to monitor pests
PGRO creates masterclass to help growers understand when to spray to combat a range of pests
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ArticleFirst MDS graduates join Iceland
New MDS member takes on its first batch of graduates as it looks to staff its expansion drive
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Article'Pimp my potato': spuds bounce back
Interest in jacket potatoes soars as home-based consumers look for more imaginative lunch offerings, reports Waitrose
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ArticleStrong sales growth for Tesco
Covid shopping patterns boost full-year sales at Tesco, but profitability is down
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ArticleIceland doubles plant-based offer
New deal with the LIVEKINDLY Collective sees brands including Fry's, Oumph! and LikeMeat listed in Iceland stores
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ArticleNew resource boosts nutrition in older adults
British Nutrition Foundation initiative will help boost awareness of health benefits of various fruit and veg
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ArticleGCA complaints at record low
Survey shows number of suppliers experiencing GSCOP-related issues falls to 29 per cent
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ArticleWaitrose launches The Levantine Table
Major Middle East-inspired range features 120 lines, including many vegetable-heavy introductions
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ArticleFood sales boost for Co-op
Despite a challenging year for convenience retailers, Co-op reports strong growth in food sales
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ArticleOF&G calls for clear organic plan
Organic trade body says the EU has stolen a march over England with its clear agenda and strategy for the sector
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ArticleNew frozen produce venture launched
REMS Frozen Foods is a collaboration between three produce industry figures and will supply the food manufacturing trade
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ArticleMaguire named president at Pulses UK
KWS-UK sales manager steps up from vice president at a time of growth for the domestic pulses sector
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ArticleBrakes launches hospitality support plan
Series of initiatives includes 10 per cent cash back on fresh produce and other lines, as well as discounts and further support
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ArticleRenewable energy move for Gist
Logistics operator converts DCs to 100 per cent renewable electricity as part of wider green move
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ArticleSustainable farming school in development
New facility at Harper Adams aims to help the food production industry become more sustainable
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ArticleTesco launches climate change 'manifesto'
Ahead of this year's COP26 Summit, supermarket outlines key areas of focus where it can improve its environmental impact
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ArticleJungle raises €42m for vertical farm expansion
French startup fundraises massive capital injection as it embarks on expansion plan across UK and Europe
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ArticleYoung farmers targeted in plastics drive
Initiative between NFYFC and Environment Agency aims to boost young people's knowledge of sustainability
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ArticlePeers 'dismayed' at Brexit trade barriers
New House of Lords report calls on government and EU to do more to reduce trade burden on food and farming sectors
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ArticleSelf-driving mini tractors set for trials
Kernow Robotics is working on a prototype that could offer a boost to growers in Cornwall and beyond