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    Lord Rooker visits flood devastation

    2007-07-31T13:01:01Z

    Food and farming minister Lord Rooker embarked on a tour of flood-hit Worcestershire and Gloucestershire last Friday, organised by the National Farmers’ Union (NFU).

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    Growers urged to consider ELS

    2007-07-31T12:01:02Z

    A farm walk took place recently aimed at demonstrating to growers how the Entry Level Stewardship (ELS) scheme can fit into farming practice.

  • Brits eat their greens
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    Brits eat their greens

    2007-07-31T10:01:01Z

    More than three-quarters of British shoppers are trying to eat healthily, according to a new report.

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    MBMG buys Warrell Morton

    2007-07-31T10:01:01Z

    Fresh produce supplier MBMG has announced that it is to acquire the trade and trading assets of potato supplier Warrell Morton & Co.

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    Somerfield annouces expansion

    2007-07-31T09:55:40Z

    Somerfield has revealed plans to open an additional 50 new stores this year as part of a £100 million investment in the business.

  • Good season for asparagus
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    Good season for asparagus

    2007-07-31T09:26:12Z

    Organisers of the 2007 asparagus promotional campaign have reported strong results in terms of market penetration, with subsequent sales figures also up on against last year.

  • Plans to lift health and safety burden applauded
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    Plans to lift health and safety burden applauded

    2007-07-31T09:01:01Z

    Steps to reduce the burden of health and safety regulations on businesses have been welcomed by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS).

  • Waitrose squares up to Whole Foods
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    Waitrose squares up to Whole Foods

    2007-07-31T08:01:01Z

    Whole Foods Market is under investigation by trading standards officials after Waitrose lodged a complaint against the US organic retailer.

  • Partial Bomfords sale announced
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    Partial Bomfords sale announced

    2007-07-30T16:37:31Z

    Part of the Bomfords Group has been sold for an undisclosed sum.

  • Andrew Colquhoun
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    Levy lineup announced

    2007-07-30T16:01:01Z

    Defra has announced the makeup of the new levy boards that will represent UK horticulture in the revamped structure.

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    The cost of ethical sourcing

    2007-07-30T14:01:01Z

    Over half of those who work in retail expect ethical sourcing to drive up production costs by at least five percent, according to new data published by Verdict Research.

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    Vegetable open days in the Netherlands

    2007-07-30T12:25:06Z

    The vegetable seed specialist Bejo Zaden will be holding its vegetable open days from September 25-29.

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    Brits favour traditional fruits

    2007-07-30T12:22:44Z

    Only one in five Brits have ever tasted mango, with most favouring traditional apples and oranges to tropical fruits, a new study has found.

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    Nurseries' SPS boost

    2007-07-30T12:01:01Z

    Ornamental growers have received a boost this week with the news that they are to become eligible for funds under the Single Payment Scheme.

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    Morocco makes Berlin grade

    2007-07-30T11:01:01Z

    Morocco has been chosen as the partner country for Fruit Logistica 2008.

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    Total Produce makes foray into health sector

    2007-07-30T10:42:56Z

    Total Produce has acquired 92 per cent of health foods distributor Wholefoods Wholesale.

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    The Co-op merges with United Co-operatives

    2007-07-30T10:10:39Z

    The Co-operative Group joined forces with a smaller rival this weekend to form the biggest mutual retailer in the world.

  • Angus Davison, left, with Nick Marston
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    KG trials to yield fruit

    2007-07-30T10:01:02Z

    Next season more than half the British strawberries and raspberries grown by KG Growers, now part of the international Berry Gardens group launched this year, will be proprietary varieties specially tailored to meet specific consumer tastes.

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    GMA joins BOPP

    2007-07-30T10:01:02Z

    The Growing Media Association has formally announced its association with the British Ornamental Plant Producers certification scheme.

  • EiC takes to the road
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    EiC takes to the road

    2007-07-30T09:01:01Z

    The Eat in Colour (EiC) campaign is taking to the coast with a roadshow in holiday hotspots nationwide that started on Sunday.