All articles by Thomas Hobbs – Page 9
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ArticleNew study to combat brassica diseases
A new collaborative research programme will look at how to improve the natural defence organisms of brassica crops
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ArticleHive-star accommodation
Fruit producer Mansfields has set up bee hotels to encourage pollination and reduce a decline in populations
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ArticleMorrisons back in growth
The Bradford-based retailer posts a return to sales growth for the 12 weeks ending May 12, but still loses market share
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ArticleProfits dip at Marks & Spencer
UK retailer posts a drop in pre-tax profits in its annual results, while denying claims of a cheaper tax operation
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ArticleMeat 'is damaging 5 A DAY levels'
Brits' love of meat is causing a decline in 5 A DAY consumption, according to the Vegetarian Society
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ArticleSyngenta warns growers of blight
Chemical firm says that there are currently 'high levels' of the potato disease and has urged growers to take quick action
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ArticleNI targets significant growth
Northern Ireland targets £390 million growth for fresh produce industry over the next seven years
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ArticleDEFRA preps Plant Health report
Government set to announce Plant Health Task Force Report at Chelsea Flower Show
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ArticleMorrisons kick-starts online service
Morrisons will launch its online service in January 2014 after striking a £170 million partnership deal with Ocado
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ArticleStrong Q1 sales for Asda
Supermarket announces positive results for the 14 weeks ending 12 April 2013
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ArticleEat your greens... and whites
White vegetables and potatoes are just as important nutritionally as green veggies according to US scientists
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ArticleISBA: 'Education will stop obesity crisis'
ISBA, the body which represents British advertisers, has called for a greater focus on healthy eating education
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ArticleNew efforts to combat potato rot
The UK government has introduced new import measures to prevent the spread of potato ring rot
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ArticleBGA warns government over SAWS
The British Growers Association has urged the government to develop an alternative to the Seasonal Agricultural Workers Scheme (SAWS)
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ArticleAsda to reward ethical suppliers
Import arm IPL promises to reward African growers financially for supporting workers in wake of joint study with Oxfam
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ArticleHDC secures insecticide extension
The Horticultural Development Company says an extension of the EAMU for indoxacarb is good news for UK soft-fruit growers
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ArticleAnna Friel lends her voice to M&S ads
Actress Anna Friel will voice a new TV advertisement campaign for M&S which aims to promote summer eating occasions
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Wet summer predicted for UK
Another wet and windy summer is on the cards for 2013 according to the Met Office
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ArticleProfits climb at Fresh Direct
Despite a challenging year, Fresh Direct says it is pleased with its performance last year with pre-tax profits on the rise
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ArticleDEFRA’s new face
Recently appointed farming minister David Heath could hardly have joined DEFRA at a busier time. He speaks to FPJ about his plans for the future