Potato news archive – Page 3
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NewsNew interstate restrictions imposed on TPP carrier and host plants
Victorian businesses transporting tomato, potato, eggplant and capsicum interstate must obtain appropriate accreditation before 8 December
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NewsProject aims to tap into high-value markets for Scottish potato crop waste
Academic and industry collaboration is exploring opportunities in skincare and other sectors
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NewsAldi UK cuts vegetable prices to 8p for Christmas
Discount retailer returns with Christmas Super Six promotion, but insists it retains full support from growers with whom it has fixed-cost agreements
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NewsNanna Tate rolls out festive potato lineup
Limited-edition Christmas range has gone into Tesco stores
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NewsAfghanistan and Pakistan seek out alternative trading partners
Violent clashes on the border have brought trade between Afghanistan and Pakistan to a halt, pushing the former to find new outlets and the latter to seek out new sources
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NewsGB Potatoes launches national survey to assess scale and health of industry
Research will build picture of business confidence and production levels, helping shape investment decisions, market development and productivity improvements
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NewsNanna Tate rolls out Christmas potato packaging
Potato brand gives range a new look to inspire shoppers in lead-up to festive period
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NewsGovernment hears industry concerns as potato mop-top virus enters management phase
Government-industry meeting brings together over 50 potato industry, grower and government biosecurity representatives
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FeaturesNaturitalia sees strong growth potential for fresh-cut
Major Italian cooperative says its expanded partnership with Patfrut near Bologna should help it meet increasing demand from horeca and processors
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NewsBranston hires 25 new faces in latest recruitment drive
Potato supplier is going through a period of growth and emphasising employment opportunities
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CommentComment: British farming must transition to regen without delay
James Young of McCain Foods GB calls for cross-sector collaboration and government support to facilitate swift transition to regenerative farming
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NewsSpanish fresh produce consumption stable in first seven months
Spanish household consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables remained largely stable during January-July, with fruit consumption rising 2 per cent while vegetable demand fell slightly, according to new data from the Ministry of Agriculture
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NewsCover crops in focus in Jersey potato competition
Contest and related research underlines the value of environmental approach
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NewsHeavy rainfall slows Northern Irish potato harvest
Maincrop potatoes now 80 per cent harvested but race is now on to lift rest of crop before frosts hit
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NewsMcCain report underlines strain of modern farming
Majority of farmers are feeling downbeat about the state of the industry
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FeaturesIrrigation costs ’making UK potato growers question the future’
Fred Searle speaks to Greens of Soham MD William Shakeshaft to hear about the main challenges and opportunities for the Cambridgeshire-based potato producer, from water security to sustainable technologies
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NewsAlbert Bartlett launches first ad campaign with Andy Murray
Multi-channel campaign gets underway, inviting the nation to ‘Bring out their Best Side’ and ‘Feel Like a Champion in the Kitchen’
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NewsBelgian potato suppliers adapt to UK consumer trends
Companies expand their fresh processed options to better answer to the needs of modern consumers
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NewsBarfoots repurposes squash and sweet potato ‘rubble’ for FareShare
Partnership with FareShare incorporates the edible surplus into charity meals and makes “perfect component” for a stew, curry or salad
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NewsProduce Investments boosts portfolio with Biofresh Safestore buy
The purchase boosts PI’s expertise in natural sprout supression technology