All United Kingdom articles – Page 6
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NewsEuropean demand for Egyptian strawberries stays strong
Adverse weather conditions in Morocco and Spain have disrupted berry supplies to Europe this winter, with buyers turning instead to Egypt
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NewsFruitist expands UK presence with exclusive Whole Foods listing
Fast-growing brand is targeting health and style-conscious consumers
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NewsSysco calls on government to address skills gap
Supplier publishes a paper outlining practical solutions to tackle employment issues
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NewsNFU calls for phased approach to SPS agreement
Immediate and complete alignment with the EU on plant protection products could cost arable, horticulture and sugar sectors up to £810mn in first year alone, according to study
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NewsCobrey Farms raises money for local charity with second-earliest British asparagus on record
Renowned Wye Valley grower raises £700 for children’s support services as new growing methods allow “exceptionally early” start to the season
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NewsClear definitions needed for ‘healthy food’, Danone claims
Dairy supplier’s survey suggests confusion among consumers and calls for government clarity
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NewsHigher food prices ‘inevitable’ over energy cost hikes, growers warn
Salad veg growers point to ‘cliff edge’ of 1 April date when electricity standing charges increase
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NewsFresh Direct announces three regen farming projects with key suppliers
Foodservice supplier said it is committed to creating resilient supply chains as climate and extreme weather make it ‘increasingly difficult to grow food’
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NewsFruiterers welcomes new master from Tiptree
MD of renowned jam maker Wilkin & Sons is installed as livery company’s master for 2026
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FeaturesMoldovan stonefruit navigates frost for premium opportunities
Last April’s frosts may have slashed yields, but Moldova’s stonefruit exporters are capitalising on premium pricing and high EU demand
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NewsFuture of Maris Piper potatoes under scrutiny
Industry is divided over the future prospects of the mainstay variety
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NewsNew AD plants to help power ‘next gen’ mushrooms and vertical farming
JV between Oakland International’s development arm and Cannington Enterprises will see food waste turned into energy to help power high-tech farming enterprises
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NewsNCGM tenants unveil clock in honour of Gary Marshall
Dedication of Marshall as longstanding Covent Garden Tenants Association chairman recognised in nod to the time spent representing tenants
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NewsFormer FPJ publisher David Hope-Mason dies aged 85
Hope-Mason led former FPJ publisher Lockwood Press for over 30 years and co-founded Market Intelligence, which launched Eurofruit and Asiafruit
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NewsFree webinar will look at carbon analysis of Gala apples
BAPL chair Ali Capper will speak at a free Soil Association webinar looking at the lifecycle emissions of commercial apple production
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NewsCHA confirms British lineup for Fruit Logistica
Four companies will appear on the UK stand in Hall 5.2 in Berlin
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NewsFarming ‘needs revolution in people management’
New white paper is critical of industry and suggests pathway to better future for recruitment
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NewsMorrisons-Disney partnership encourages kids to snack healthily
Tie-up aims to increase children’s engagement with fruit and will run throughout 2026
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NewsAsda fires up Winter Fruit & Veg Pledge
Initiative aims to donate 420 tonnes of fresh fruit and veg for redistribution to charitable causes
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FeaturesMoroccan berry volumes curbed by cold
Adverse weather is creating challenges for Moroccan berry growers, limiting volumes and keeping prices up, as demand from the UK remains firm