All Sustainability articles – Page 26
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NewsBiome Makers releases 2024 Impact Report
Company said report shows power of data-driven soil intelligence to profitability, resilience, and sustainability
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NewsWelsh government unveils new farm payment scheme
The Sustainable Farming Scheme is replacing Basic Payments in Wales with applications for funding to convert to organic among the first to open
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NewsFood security report exposes climate change risks for UK importers
Study urges suppliers to take action to avoid empty shelves, with half of UK fruit and veg imports facing severe climate threats by 2050
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NewsFlorida citrus growers to benefit from US$675.9mn hurricane recovery assistance program
Citrus producers in Florida are set to receive critical financial support as part of a substantial hurricane recovery package
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NewsFruitful Ventures highlights achievements in first sustainability report
Fruitful Ventures showcases significant progress in responsible sourcing and food waste reduction, while setting ambitious targets for water management certification and carbon footprint reduction by 2030
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NewsTesco’s free planters help kids learn about fruit and veg
Initiative is aimed at both improving health and making better use of soft plastic recycling
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NewsKuehne+Nagel opens state-of-the-art logistics centre in Ecuador
The global logistics provider has unveiled a modern facility near Quito featuring extensive refrigerated warehousing to enhance its perishable transport services in the region
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NewsDelhi Chief Minister orders modernisation of city’s produce markets
Delhi’s Chief Minister has instructed officials to modernise the city’s wholesale produce markets, promising ‘no shortage’ of funds to transform facilities that handle thousands of tonnes of fresh produce daily
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NewsNFU helps East Anglian farmers and growers resume water access
Union calls for long-term solutions to ensure producers have guaranteed access to water during dry periods for sake of national food security
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NewsNew mushroom farm opens on distribution site
The seven-tonne capacity farm is set to open under new partnership between mushroom producer Urban Farm-It and logistics provider Oakland International
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NewsBiobest acquires key technology from partner Ecoation
The biocontrol specialist has purchased monitoring and scouting tools along with expert staff from its technology partner to bolster its integrated pest management capabilities
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FeaturesThe storm behind a berry harvesting solution
When a devastating storm hit Serbia in 2000, thousands of fruits fell prematurely from their branches. But what seemed like an agricultural disaster became the spark for one of the most innovative breakthroughs in berry harvesting technology
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NewsIFOAM criticises CAP proposal
The EU Commission’s proposal under the new Common Agricultural Policy to leave it to Member States to finance agri-environmental measures has come under fire from IFOAM Organics Europe
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AnalysisAnalysis: Is Chiquita Panama past the point of no return?
Strike action has pushed the multinational out of the Central American country, possibly forever. So what does the future hold for the people and plantations it has supported for more than a century?
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FeaturesFrench apple campaign shows promise
Apple consumption can be given a boost with a focus on taste, according to Marc Peyres, commercial director of French exporter Blue Whale, who sees potential for “flavourful varieties for the future”, including Candine
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NewsNew IFPA campaign puts F&V at heart of improving country’s health
Association tells US leaders: You can’t make America healthy again without fruits and vegetables
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NewsBOOM awards recognise best in organic
Riverford’s Valor potatoes and Isle of Wight tomatoes were recognised in the annual awards, alongside a software company helping new veg box start-ups
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FeaturesMasters in sustainability and quality: lessons from Portugal
Beanstalk Global’s visits to a range of major Portuguese fresh produce companies highlighted the importance of exceptional taste, robust environmental practices, and collaboration across the supply chain
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FeaturesFrench apple growers embrace change
Despite considerable challenges, Daniel Sauvaitre, president of the French apple and pear association (ANPP), believes the country’s apple business is well placed to respond to consumer demands for sustainability and top quality
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NewsEast Malling Trust to unveil new science strategy
Sir Peter Kendall will deliver keynote speech at free virtual event this Friday as hort research charity unveils new five-year plans for science and impact