All United Kingdom articles – Page 685
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ArticleBGA warns government over SAWS
The British Growers Association has urged the government to develop an alternative to the Seasonal Agricultural Workers Scheme (SAWS)
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ArticleHadlow student wins Discovery fellowship
Richard Killian has won a coveted academic research award from Thanet Earth
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ArticleThanet Earth opens fourth glasshouse
Harvesting of tomatoes has begun at Thanet Earth's new £17m glasshouse, dubbed TG1
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ArticleAsda to reward ethical suppliers
Import arm IPL promises to reward African growers financially for supporting workers in wake of joint study with Oxfam
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ArticleChris Redfern: Yen slumps to the bottom of currency table
Moneycorp's Chris Redfern rounds up the latest developments on the international currency markets
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ArticleHDC secures insecticide extension
The Horticultural Development Company says an extension of the EAMU for indoxacarb is good news for UK soft-fruit growers
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ArticleAnna Friel lends her voice to M&S ads
Actress Anna Friel will voice a new TV advertisement campaign for M&S which aims to promote summer eating occasions
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Horticulture Matters presented to ministers
Government has been handed dossier outlining the alarming state of horticulture in the UK
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ArticleMidlands cherry production recovers
Berry Gardens has high hopes for its Hereford cherry output
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Wet summer predicted for UK
Another wet and windy summer is on the cards for 2013 according to the Met Office
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ArticleProfits climb at Fresh Direct
Despite a challenging year, Fresh Direct says it is pleased with its performance last year with pre-tax profits on the rise
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ArticleCarter makes ethical switch at Total Worldfresh
Rupert Carter moves into newly created role of ethical and sustainability director
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ArticleDEFRA’s new face
Recently appointed farming minister David Heath could hardly have joined DEFRA at a busier time. He speaks to FPJ about his plans for the future
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ArticleCampaigners call for Fairtrade smallholder support
Supporters deliver petition to Downing Street calling for more G8 backing for smallholder farmers
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ArticleLandmark red tape package welcomed
Grower groups voice approval for EC measures to drastically reduce the plant health regulatory burden
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ArticleNigel Jenney: Revamped categories just the ticket for Re:fresh 2013
Fresh Produce Consortium CEO on what to look forward to at the revamped conference and awards
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ArticleIt’s Blooming Veg
At this year’s Royal Horticultural Society Chelsea Flower Show, gardens are incorporating fruit and vegetable plants among the ornamental displays.
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ArticleAppreciating Apricots
The UK market provides a stern test for France’s apricot exporters, but continued innovation and increased marketing support could bring success
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ArticleJ.O.Sims agrees Gist contract
Fresh cherry specialist has opted to utilise Gist's operations when it comes to transporting produce to UK retailers
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ArticleA Welsh renaissance
The Celtic Manor Resort is known for its world championship golf courses, but now the hotel is looking to revamp the grounds to make the most of its natural attractions.