All United Kingdom articles – Page 3
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CommentComment: EPR is reshaping produce packaging – less may finally be more
Modern labels carry branding, traceability, disposal guidance and digital links, and weigh a fraction of a gram compared with other packaging types
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NewsSpace food brand seeks retail listing
Dried fruit and veg brand designed for astronauts is looking to expand into retail and capitalise on appeal to sports people and space enthusiasts
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NewsRed Tractor launches new portal in bid to ease audit burden
New features are designed to help reduce manual reporting tasks
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NewsFamily Tree Farms promotes commercial directors amid global market investments
Carla San Martin and Chris Taylor have seen their roles widen as the blueberry and stonefruit producer strengthens its international footprint
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NewsShoppers see vegetables as the future of food, says Tesco
Chilled plant-based food sales are back in growth after years of decline, according to new figures from Nielsen, as Tesco says shoppers see vegetables as a “fundamental part of how people expect to eat in future”
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NewsChemical withdrawals cause concern for shrinking potato industry
Varietal development is considered vital to sector security
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NewsExemptions win for farming in Carriage of Dangerous Goods rules
Regulations cover movement of goods such as fuel and fertilisers
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NewsLast chance to register for 2026 Spain Food Nation Summit
Organic produce and opportunities to boost exports from Spain to the UK will be focus of free event in London
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NewsUrban Farm-Produce targets ambitious growth with £1.9mn seed round
British Lion’s Mane producer has substantial plans for expansion this year
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NewsTomato sector on the hunt for ‘standout’ baby plum variety
There is currently a lack of options in the premium tier with resistance to ToBRFV, according to BASF’s customer marketing specialist
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CommentComment: Defra funding has supercharged food redistribution
The £9.2mn in Defra funding has helped us redistribute over a third more surplus produce and allowed growers to cover costs – now it’s time to go up another level, writes FareShare’s head of fresh produce Emma Brown
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NewsBritish apples have ‘negligible water footprint’
New research finds British apples have a low water footprint compared with European or southern hemisphere origins, while greenhouse gas emissions are comarable across the UK, Europe and Chile
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NewsBritish Pea & Bean Conference to return in November
Boston United’s Jakemans Community Stadium will host the bi-annual conference and dinner
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NewsDaily Dose supports digestion with new apple cider vinegar shot
Exclusive launch at Whole Foods Market is accompanied by three new smoothies, featuring berries, mango and greens
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News£700k Innovate UK grant boosts glasshouse LEDs
Cash will enable Bloemteknik to develop its autonomous lighting platform
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NewsGood Natured Berries launches heart‑shaped strawberry punnets for Valentine’s Day
Brand from Angus Soft Fruits taps into growing demand for giftable and Instagram‑ready produce with new pack design
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NewsSysco GB pledges £500k to help SMEs access apprenticeship training
Levy money will help local employers boost their talent pool
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NewsBarfoots wins major sustainability award
Sussex vegetable grower beats off stiff competition at Food Manufacture Excellence Awards
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NewsMWW wins Gold GroceryAid Award for charity support
UK fresh produce importer and distributor Minor, Weir & Willis has received the Gold GroceryAid Award for its work supporting the national grocery charity
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NewsNigel Jenney to step down as FPC chief executive
Alan Forrester will also stand down as chair following transition period