All United Kingdom articles – Page 12
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NewsPPWR brings new rules for ‘forever chemicals’ and transport packaging
New packaging measures now apply across the European Union, as businesses across the supply chain adapt to immediate changes
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NewsPremiumisation ‘key’ to Moroccan tomato sector’s future
Speakers ranging from trade experts to plant breeders explored the main challenges, opportunities and lessons for Morocco’s tomato industry as it targets export growth
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PodcastsAre droughts and crop shortages the new normal?
In the latest FPJ podcast, Nina, Fred and Julia discuss if, and how, the fresh produce sector can adapt as the UK faces its fifth heatwave and multiple crop shortages
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FeaturesAlgarve oranges set the standard on taste
The heat may be a continuous concern for Portuguese producers, but so is the challenge of getting consumers to look beyond the minor blemishes to get to the taste of Algarve’s top-quality oranges
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NewsPeat usage falls but transition remains complex
Growers are using less peat than a year ago, finds survey, but challenges remain around costs, crop losses and production system adaption
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NewsOcado promotes Martha Springham to head of fresh
Her new remit includes responsibility for fresh, chilled and bakery as Ocado advertises for new trading manager for fresh produce category
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NewsBranston funds summer cookery classes for kids
Support for summer holiday clubs in Lincolnshire helps replace free school meals and teach basic cooking skills
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NewsNatWest boosts financial support for UK farmers hit by drought
The bank’s specialist agriculture team is engaging with customers to offer a range of tailored financial measures amid challenging conditions
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NewsClaire Donovan to replace Ali Capper as BAPL’s executive chair
Experienced fresh produce leader to join topfruit industry body in September ahead of planned leadership transition
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NewsEU dominates Spain’s fresh produce export market in 2026
Spain exported 4.64mn tonnes of fresh fruit and vegetables to the EU in January–May 2026, according to Fepex data
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NewsLidl expands food waste partnership to nearly 200 UK stores
Discounter’s partnership with giving platform Neighbourly and food-sharing app Olio aims to save 5,000 tonnes of food
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NewsDefra-funded research developing drought-resilient crops
A collaborative research effort between Harper Adams University and Warwick University Crop Centre is developing drought-resilient lettuce, brassica, carrot and onion crops
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NewsMoulton Bulb and IPP see onion volumes double in five years
IPP has been supplying sustainable wooden pallets to UK grower Moulton Bulb since 2008, but only in recent years have volumes soared to 120,000 pallets a year
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NewsUK heatwaves hamper bumblebee pollination in glasshouse crops
Bumblebees are struggling to pollinate during heatwaves, affecting glasshouse crops of tomatoes and soft fruits
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NewsFPC launches new action pack to help sector reach MPs
Email templates expressing the risks to produce imports from the rest of the world under the new EU-UK reset deal are available at the new hub, along with a petition signed by kitchen staff and catering suppliers to protect diversity of sourcing
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News91 per cent believe UK food system risk has increased
IGD survey ranks risks to UK food system, helping businesses focus on the ones most likely to affect their ability to maintain supply, manage costs and serve consumers
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NewsDP World to take over six grocery depots from GXO Logistics
Sites serving Asda, Sainsbury’s and Co-op add two million square feet of warehouse capacity to logistics company’s UK network
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FeaturesHow a new Organic Action Plan could unlock the sector’s potential
With a new Organic Action Plan for England on the horizon, Julia Bottoms reports on what the sector wants to see – and whether promises can turn to policies
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NewsFyffes bananas strengthen brand awareness
Fyffes says UK consumers are responding to its continued investment in brand-building, including “an emotional message and contemporary marketing”, as aided brand awareness rises to 79 per cent
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FeaturesBarfoots celebrates 50 years of ‘forever farming’
Barfoots’ Keston Williams takes Fred Searle on a sustainability journey, from energy self-sufficiency to water resilience, as the pioneering producer marks its 50th anniversary