All United Kingdom articles – Page 839
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ArticleVegetarianism: what does it mean to the fresh produce industry in the UK?
Due to many contributing factors, consumption of fruit and vegetables is on the up. A larger portfolio of products adorns the shelves, people are more concerned with healthy eating to combat rising obesity levels, the government has pushed 5 A DAY since it launched its own campaign, and a consumer taste has developed for locally sourced products, which often centres around buying more fresh fruit and veg. But has the validation of the vegetarian movement over the last 20 years made the largest impact? Elizabeth O’Keefe finds out how vegetarianism affects the fresh produce industry.
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Steward protection for UK cherries
UK cherry growers have been handed a boost with the news that Steward has received specific off-label approval for control of the light brown apple moth.
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Best of british on show at chelsea
There was a sense of the decidedly futuristic at Chelsea this year, with many stands featuring galactic themes, but at the
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Co-op customers welcome British produce
Stubbins Marketing Ltd promoted the “Best of British Produce” on May 14, at the Co-op store in Epping.
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ArticleUK no longer key target
The UK is no longer the key target market for producers around the world, and is now having to compete with other nations to procure produce, according to Michael Velasco, president of the Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC).
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ArticleHayes throws weight behind UK industry
John Hayes MP, conservative member for South Holland and the Deepings, described his Lincolnshire constituency as the “food basket of Britain".
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Defra announces interim leader for Levy Board UK
An interim chair for Levy Board UK has been announced by Defra following the resignation of John Hall at the end of last month.
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UK a hit for Israel
Israeli exporting giant Agrexco has enjoyed one of its strongest seasons for potato exports to the UK.
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Jerseys play well in season characterised by colour
I am always delighted when the Jersey season kicks off. Tesco’s 500g pack, priced at £2.49, bears a smart gold and
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ArticleBudgens boosts British base
Independent retailer Budgens is to throw its weight behind British Food Fortnight for the fourth year running.
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UK gets tough on food-chain power imbalance
The NFU is toughening its stance on the imbalance of power in the food chain.
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ArticleWhat next for UK horticulture?
John Hall resigned last week stating that interest in his background was making it impossible to do his job. Before he quit, he gave an interview to Commercial Grower outlining his hopes for the new structure and assuring growers that their levies would be protected. Michael Barker reports.
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ArticleWakeley promises UK organic apple revolution
Organic Farm Foods md promises to begin UK-grown organic apple revolution, but don’t expect it to include Cox.
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Morrisons recalls UK-grown salad mix
The beleaguered salad sector has been hit with another bombshell, with Morrisons recalling bags of ready-to-eat salad due to a salmonella scare.
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ArticleUK avo market ripe for picking
As South Africa gears up for an avocado season set to be characterised by excellent quality fruit and supported by strident promotional campaigns in the UK and Europe, Laura Gould speaks to some of the industry’s key players to find out what potential lies ahead for the sector.
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Fierce accusations levelled at UK retail
A damning report produced by development agency ActionAid has suggested that the low prices enjoyed by British supermarket shoppers are the result of a denial of basic human rights in some of the world’s poorest countries, along with poor wages and job insecurity.
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ArticleEnglish top fruit blossoms
The early spring has created ideal blossoming conditions for English dessert apples and pears.
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ArticleSpending boost for UK spuds
UK spending on potatoes has jumped significantly in the last six years, a study has found, with growth fuelled by premium varieties.