All United Kingdom articles – Page 780
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ArticleNew discovery in crop resistance
Scientists in the UK have reportedly made progress in research seeking to boost crop resistance
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ArticleLondon calling for GlobalGAP
The 10th annual GlobalGAP conference is to be held in London this year, on 7-8 October
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ArticleUniveg introduces Chilean Fairtrade grapes
Univeg Katopé UK has just launched the first Chilean Fairtrade grapes on the UK market
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Government buys more British
More government departments are sourcing more British produce year on year, a report from DEFRA issued at the end of last month has shown.
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ArticleTurkey builds reputation to become key UK supplier
Turkey is a heavyweight producer of fruit and vegetables, with a wide range of lines earmarked for the UK, from fruit staples citrus and cherries to vegetables and salads. However, the country has had to overcome a number of challenges to reposition itself and put right its international reputation to boost trade. Anna Sbuttoni reports
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ArticleBerry Congress attracts key speakers
Leading berry speakers are set to discuss the challenges facing the industry at the Global Berry Congress on 12 May
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Bolland leaves strong Morrisons legacy
Retailer reports on record yearly performance for 2009, with net profit climbing and weekly average customer numbers increasing
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ArticleTenderstem plots brand relaunch
Broccoli variety set for a brand overhaul, with new logo and website to be unveiled in conjunction with Vitality Show appearance
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ArticleYorkshire rhubarb gains PDO status
EU adds forced Yorkshire rhubarb to list of foods boasting Protected Designation of Origin classification
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ArticleBarlow urges UK pear push
UK pear growers should aim to triple their yields to make the country more self-sufficient, with new orchards and further research, according to English Apples and Pears Ltd’s chief executive, Adrian Barlow.
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ArticleBenn backs Brighton food project
Hilary Benn’s support for community food growing has been welcomed by Harvest Brighton and Hove.
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ArticleNext UK apple generation previewed
Evelina, Sweetie and an as yet unnamed new variety could be among the new apples set to replace UK production of traditional apple types, according to an expert.
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British attitudes on BBC show leave bitter taste
I am not sure I have ever been more ashamed to be British than when watching BBC documentary The Day the Immigrants Left last
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ArticleBanana is UK's 'most wasted' food
A new national survey has found that fruit, salads and vegetables are the most wasted food items in UK households
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ArticleScots seek produce collaboration
Businesses in the Scottish fresh produce trade have been urged to put issues of commercial sensitivity and business rivalry aside to work collaboratively and ensure their long-term futures.
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ArticleAsda puts first Jerseys on sale
Asda has put its first Jersey Royals of the season on sale, with long-term supplier QV Foods getting behind the flagship British potato as part of its Season’s Best campaign.
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ArticlePomegreat sources from Afghanistan
Leading pomegranate juice company purchases 500 tonnes of fresh fruit and 500 tonnes of concentrate from the country
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ArticleFirst Jersey Royals enter Tesco
Tesco received its first delivery of loose Jersey Royal potatoes of the year on Wednesday.
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ArticleHerbs hold their own in UK kitchens
The popularity of fresh herbs among UK consumers has escalated over the last couple of years and due to the industry’s commitment to quality and flavour, the product has become a year-round fixture in multiples and markets alike. Elizabeth O’Keefe takes a look at the growing herb industry
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UK high street beats expectations
The UK high street outperformed its expectations of a flat first half to February by posting the strongest growth in sales volumes in over two years, and further growth is predicted in March, the CBI said today.