All United Kingdom articles – Page 426
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ArticleCalls to remove Jersey tax on fresh produce
Removing fruit and veg from a five per cent Goods and Services Tax on the Channel Island could help improve diets
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ArticleNew coir line promises soft-fruit yield boon
Botanicoir launches new substrate at Fruit Focus that it says brings numerous benefits to berry growers
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ArticleIGD: ‘Sector must adapt to summer shopping habits’
Families opt for bigger shopping trips, eat healthier and try to save money during school summer holidays, according to new research
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ArticleThe rise of the juneberry
Juneberries may be virtually unheard of in the UK, but this environmentally-friendly berry has big potential according to the country’s only commercial grower. Fred Searle meets Sophie Sidaway
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ArticleGove outlines vision for ‘green Brexit’
Major speech from Defra minister has strong focus on farm subsidies linked to environmental protection
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ArticleGrower moves into eggs due to Brexit labour fears
SEF is investing £5m in a new free range egg operation after ‘total disregard’ by government for crucial labour supply in veg
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AnalysisCan organics seize the day?
Comment: Michael Barker joins calls for a year-round campaign to help supercharge organic sales and match US levels
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ArticleSweet Blackberries set for takeoff
Berry Gardens predicts good things for the rebranded blackberry, while it's an early start for strawberries and raspberries
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ArticlePotato growing area on the rise
Production area is increasing across northwest Europe, although this will not necessarily lead to higher volumes
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ArticleCould strawberries be dumped in Downing Street?
Growers consider drastic response to labour crisis in lively session at Fruit Focus
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ArticleEustice backs precision irrigation at centre opening
Defra minister cuts the ribbon at NIAB EMR research centre aimed at cutting water use and boosting grower returns
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ArticleAudio: George Eustice talks labour
Michael Barker catches up with Defra farming minister George Eustice at Fruit Focus to ask how the government is dealing with the impending labour shortage
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ArticleWaitrose launches new food waste campaign
Retailer will profile households aiming for zero-waste and offer tips to avoid food waste in new Live Wise campaign
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ArticleBritish Growers call for PO scheme to continue
PO system must be retained to ensure UK producers compete on level playing field with European competitors post-Brexit, new report urges
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ArticleAsparagus 'has the potential of avos'
Vegetable has the health credentials, year-round availability and versatility to succeed, says Kantar analyst
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Article'You cannot be serious'
Patoka looks at the growing trend for Wimbledon-related fresh produce promotions
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ArticleIan Summerfield to leave Langmeads
Group CEO is stepping down after 27 years at the business to relocate to a new role in the UAE
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ArticleHealthy snacking drives berry sales
The soft-fruit market continues to grow as consumers swap biscuits for berries, but Brexit remains a major concern
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ArticleKoppert Cress unveils lavender cress
New lavender-flavoured Liita Cress from Dutch micro produce specialist builds on popularity of lavender in high-end foodservice
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ArticlePrince Charles backs ‘true cost' study
True cost accounting has received royal support in the UK, as Prince Charles congratulates Eosta on its efforts to calculate the real cost of food