All articles by Nina Pullman
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PodcastsMailbag: Vertical farming, food surplus and EAT-Lancet
In the latest episode of the FPJ podcast, Nina Pullman and Michael Barker answer listener questions, plus Michael meets sitcom star and US Tiffani Thiessen
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NewsNew housing among threats to future of UK orchards
Developers, local authorities and retailers can all play a part in securing the future of commercial, cider and community orchards, new report finds
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NewsNext gen cauliflower varieties on display at open days
Growers are invited to review 81 varieties from nine international seed houses at autumn-winter open day series
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NewsSwede championed in new campaign involving schools, retailers and growers
School tastings, farm tours, limited edition varieties and traditional stories are all part of a major new campaign to reintroduce swede as a modern ingredient at the heart of Scottish food culture
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NewsA scary swap: Tesco to sell ‘monster’ swede for Halloween carving
Extra large ‘Monster Mash’ swede is being promoted ahead of Halloween in partnership with Scottish grower ESG Drysdale
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NewsSeasonal worker scheme updated to allow earlier re-entry
The change means workers will be able to transition between key crop harvests and provide greater flexibility to growers
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NewsBritish Butternut gets campaign push
Seasonal squash is being promoted thanks to a new partnership between Veg Power, Barfoots, Waitrose and Sakata
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NewsUK food ‘needs wartime transformation’
New report calls for radical transformation of food system, including producing more fruit and veg, to help farmers adapt to climate, preserve food security and tackle health crises
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NewsOnline sales return to Covid-era levels
Sales of online shopping at the supermarkets have risen by 12 per cent in the last four weeks, reaching highest share since March 2022
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NewsCoveris wins packaging company of the year
Packaging specialist picked up four wins at the UK Packaging Awards 2025, including best new concept and a nod for COO Jo Ormrod as Woman of the Year
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NewsNew aphid research has ‘major’ implications
Aphids move from west to east but rarely in the opposite direction, finds groundbreaking research, meaning growers may need to rethink lettuce crop protection
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NewsNew event aims to supercharge Scotland’s organic sector
A new event aims to bring Scottish organic farmers and growers together to capitalise on continued market growth and favourable policy support by the Scottish government
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NewsWestfalia unveils avocado ’orchard of the future’
The ‘genetic library’ hosts over 140 avocado varieties from around the world as researchers breed the varieties of the future, including novel shapes, jumbo sizes and different flavours
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NewsFresh Direct wins top prize for fresh produce van puns
Foodservice specialist has won Motor Transport Livery of the Year for its new fresh produce graphics and slogans across its 150-strong fleet, designed to showcase range and distribution offer
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NewsNew MD appointment at AH Worth
Matt Walton leaves MD role at Branston to return to AH Worth as MD of veg operations with responsibility for production across UK, Spain and Italy
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NewsPolytunnel refusals are troubling: We need them to climate-proof UK production
Tunnel installation is a small price to pay for climate resilient food production and planning rules should reflect that, writes Nina Pullman
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NewsSoft fruit grower loses retrospective planning application for polytunnels
The New Forest Fruit Company may have to remove 15 polytunnels installed to expand its vine production and wine venture after ruling by planning inspectors and local objections
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NewsUK’s first white maize grower visited by Princess Anne
David Mwanaka said royal visit was ‘highlight of career’ after building farm tenancy business around UK-grown exotic produce
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PodcastsApples, pears and Amazon’s next move
In the latest episode of FPJ’s podcast, retail expert Karen Green joins Nina Pullman to digest news of Amazon Fresh’s closure in the UK. Plus: UK apple and pear season kicks off
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NewsWorldwide Fruit wins Waitrose’s Farming for Nature Engagement award
Supplier has been recognised for investing in wide range of nature-friendly farming projects and pioneering work by several of its topfruit growers