All articles by Nina Pullman – Page 63
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ArticleTilbury logistics centre to open next year
The £25m logistics centre from the Port of Tilbury and distributor NFT is now set to open in February 2016
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ArticleWholesaler to offer free fruit to kids
George Perry will provide free produce to children at its Joe Richards Midlands grocery chain to encourage healthy eating
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ArticleAgriculture has ‘unique role’ in climate change
Farming unions ask UK government to recognise crucial role of farming sector at Paris Climate Talks and outline list of key asks
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ArticleKent wine producer wins prestigious award
Sparkling wine producer Gusbourne won English Wine Producer of the Year at the International Wine and Spirit Competition last week
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ArticleVeg supplier wins Aldi potato contract
Scottish potato and veg supplier Stirfresh has secured a contract to supply fresh Maris Pipers into Aldi stores
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Article‘Monster’ sprouts expected at Morrisons
Warm temperatures in November have meant sprouts are up to 20 per cent larger than usual, and weighing up to 35g
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ArticleAsda to sell first UK-grown seedless table grapes
'Breakthrough' trial in Kent has yielded at least two successful seedless table grape varieties expected to be in stores in 2016
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ArticleFood waste stunt targets retailers
Campaigners drive skip of fruit and veg past Sainsbury’s and Tesco's HQs to demand action on waste in supply chains
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ArticleMildew fungicide granted extension for minor use
A fungicide that controls powdery mildew in cucumbers has been granted an Extension of Authorisation for Minor Use
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ArticleGrowers urged to ‘share their story’
Next year’s Open Farm Sunday will celebrate the diversity of farming under new theme as growers urged to sign up
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ArticleSouth African fruit industry launches chef competition
Cook South Africa competition asks young chefs to create dishes using South African fruit to win placement at top restaurant
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Article'Peace date’ sales to help Syrian families
Nature & More's new campaign will support Selina Hami’s project to deliver food supplies to families in Syrian war zones
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ArticlePrices plummet due to cauliflower glut
Warm temperatures mean growers are harvesting January crops this week amid warnings of possible supply gap in early 2016
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ArticleNew shipping route links UK and Portugal
New route will call at European and Portuguese ports three times a week provided by shipping firms MacAndrews and OPDR
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ArticleCatering giant ‘adding more veg’ to popular dishes
Sodexo’s new Green & Lean menu pilot, developed with WWF, aims to increase nutrition and reduce environmental impact of school meals
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ArticleAgrovista chairman retires after 43 years
James Robertson joined the company in 1972 as a graduate trainee before working his way up to senior roles
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ArticleGrowers hit by Egypt seed potato decision
A late decision by Egyptian importers to ban seed potato imports over 55mm has had major impact on British growers
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ArticleSpecial report: From Scotland, with produce
With a lively interest in anything from NPD to the GM debate, Scottish fresh produce suppliers are as diverse as their landscape. Nina Pullman went to visit
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ArticleParis climate talks ‘should prioritise agriculture’
Agriculture and food industry has a marginal place in upcoming climate talks despite its key role, lobbying body has said
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ArticleWaitrose opens new high-tech store
Shoppers will be able to order online using in-store iPads among other services at new Waitrose store at Nine Elms, London