All United Kingdom articles – Page 3
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NewsAsda’s Yorkshire refit highlights fruit & veg
Fresh produce aisle among those to receive feature lighting and neon signage
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NewsLogistics UK CEO steps down after a decade in the role
David Wells oversaw the rebrand of the business group from the Freight Transport Association
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NewsLogistics UK calls for more detail on EES following launch date announcement
Trade body says members need reassurance there are sufficient staff and infrastructure to carry out checks required for Entry/Exit Scheme
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FeaturesExperts expect no slowdown in UK avocado market
Global avocado supplies continue to increase, leading many to predict imminent issues of oversupply, but a panel of UK experts at this year’s Festival of Fresh conference see more room for growth
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NewsCo-op launches ‘next-gen’ micro store format
Convenience chain is looking to take a bigger slice of the food-for-now market
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NewsVideo: Extreme weather cuts English pea harvest after strong start
Pea grower reports yields approximately 25 per cent below contracted tonnage following a challenging end to what had initially promised to be an exceptional season
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NewsMetis plums debut new LinerlessLid cartonboard punnets at Tesco
Launch from Coveris reflects growing trends for paper-based and branded packaging in UK
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NewsAlbert Bartlett and Andy Murray announce long-term partnership
Tennis legend will urge Brits to “bring out their best side”, starting with brand campaign showcasing ease of use and quality of Albert Bartlett potatoes
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NewsBumper crop for British blueberries
Blueberry growers are expecting a 25 increase in sales after strong consumer awareness and a bumper crop, as investment in automation and varietal development drives industry forward
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NewsNFU Water Summit puts focus on critical issues
Event comes as farmers increasingly experience severe weather events
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News‘Fruit & Veg on Prescription’ scheme reduces GP visits by 15 per cent in London
Alexandra Rose Charity reveals impressive results of ongoing project to give East London families on low incomes access to free fruit and veg
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NewsUPL to launch plant health elicitor for hort crops
BET07 will apply to a range of horticultural crops, with registration expected in the autumn
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NewsRibena owner invests nearly £1mn in JHI blackcurrant programme
Project aims to find varieties that can withstand changing climate conditions
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NewsOSY Group partners with Sharpak to extend soft fruit shelf-life
Food tech specialist OSY Group has announced a commercial partnership with packaging manufacturer Sharpak Aylesham to extend the shelf-life of soft fruits sold through UK supermarkets using innovative antimicrobial coating technology
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NewsFood careers drive returns as IGD warns of “ticking workforce timebomb”
Initiative highlights diversity of career opportunities in UK food system in bid to address skills gaps in technical, engineering and digital roles
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NewsSerbia and Romania lead blueberry charge
Southeast Europe is emerging as a powerhouse in premium blueberry production, with increasing professionalisation and technological development helping to deliver consistently high quality
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NewsUK food prices could rise by a third by 2050
A study from the Autonomy Institute warns “climateflation” risks pushing 1m Brits into poverty by 2050, as climate change impacts production at home and abroad
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NewsSpotlight on nitrogen pollution grows
New report by House of Lords finds nitrogen pollution impact to be ‘dangerous and deadly’ as inefficient use brings high costs to farmers and the environment
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NewsTesco revamps 5-a-day campaign to boost fruit and veg sales
The UK’s largest food retailer unveils new initiative that rewards customers with Clubcard points for purchasing fresh produce, as it aims to address declining fruit and vegetable consumption nationwide
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NewsBlueberry supplier Family Tree Farms expands EU and UK sales teams
Both Carla San Martin Burneo and Chris Taylor bring extensive experience in soft fruit sales as producer continues to supply top European retailers with premium blueberries