All Sustainability articles – Page 35
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CommentComment: Kiwifruit needs coherent competition, not unsustainable speculation
Kiwifruit industry’s recent expansion in Europe has brought it to decisive moment, one where future viability is at stake, says Marco De Nadai
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NewsUK wooden pallet reuse maintains strong performance in 2024
The wooden pallet industry maintained strong reuse performance in 2024, with 53.9mn pallets inspected and repaired across UK supply chains, according to the latest annual market study by Timcon and the Forestry Commission
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NewsExpert voices, fresh perspectives at Fruitnet Tomato Congress
Fruitnet’s industry-leading event for the global fresh tomato business comes to Malaga, Spain, on 11-12 November, with expert speakers set to explore how the category is likely to evolve in the coming years
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CommentHM Clause says tomato disease resistance is just the start
HM Clause’s tomato breeding coordinator Katarzyna Grabka discusses the company’s intensified efforts to develop ToBRFV-resistant varieties, climate adaptation strategies, and new launches including Freeman and Centinela ahead of the Fruitnet Tomato Congress in Malaga
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FeaturesHazera ramps up retailer engagement
Resistance and flavour or affordability and convenience? Tomato breeding company Hazera Seeds is engaging earlier with retailers to increase its consumer focus
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NewsFormer CBBC presenter fronts Red Tractor consumer campaign
Angellica Bell hosts intergenerational cook-off to tap into nostalgia of cooking together as a family
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NewsOne in 10 UK households are food-insecure, Food Foundation study shows
Pressure group calls for government to pledge to halve UK food insecurity levels in upcoming Child Poverty Strategy
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NewsLidl outlines £30bn investment in British farming
Discounter also announces move to 100 per cent LEAF Marque certification on British fresh produce
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NewsPalestine Gardens exports dates against odds
Mo’men Sinokrot of Palestinian date specialist Palestine Gardens says the challenges to produce and export are severe, but the people’s commitment to the land remains steadfast
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NewsCarrier Transicold sells 25,000 OptimaLine containers for fresh produce
Refrigerated transport technology company also developing wireless, real-time monitoring systems to help fresh produce exporters go further
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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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NewsFyffes launches innovative carbon literacy programme
Initiative aims to engage young people in sustainability and climate awareness
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CommentYuksel targets tomato growth amid ToBRFV challenges
Ahead of the Fruitnet Tomato Congress, Yuksel’s Hicham Abba discusses the company’s ToBRFV-resistant portfolio expansion and opportunities in premium tomato segments despite industry challenges
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NewsIFPA Global Produce & Floral Show concludes after “transformative days”
The International Fresh Produce Association’s flagship event attracted attendees from more than 50 countries, with record buyer engagement and major announcements including a new data intelligence platform
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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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NewsChoppy waters ahead for global shipping’s net-zero framework
US pressure and Saudi Arabia’s successful motion to adjourn IMO talks on the controversial framework appear to have scuppered a deal that took a decade to negotiate, despite backing from over a hundred countries
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NewsRijk Zwaan champions ToBRFV-resistant tomato varieties
Dutch seed specialist Rijk Zwaan continues to develop its portfolio of tomato varieties with high resistance to Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus, addressing one of the industry’s most pressing challenges
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NewsZespri promotes Kok Hwee Ng to chief marketing officer
Kiwifruit marketer makes key appointment as part of long-term strategy to elevate company’s reputation to ‘world’s healthiest’ fruit brand
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NewsVeg Power expands remit to include fruit
Partnership with British Apples & Pears supports Veg Power’s mission to get more children eating fruit and veg snacks more often
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NewsIFPA develops global sustainability framework for fresh produce industry
The International Fresh Produce Association is creating a comprehensive sustainability framework to address mounting environmental, social and economic challenges facing the global fresh produce and floral supply chain