All United Kingdom articles – Page 840
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UK farmers must stay positive
Lord Haskins told delegates at a farming conference this week that the future was brighter for them than they may have thought.
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Butternut squash makes UK debut
Turkish butternut squash is making its debut on the UK market and enjoying considerable success.
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Boost for UK food packaging industry
Eleven organisations were today awarded accreditation certificates confirming to customers their understanding of food packaging requirements.
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British Potato 2003 secures new sponsor
Belchim Crop Protection is a new sponsor for the BPC's two-day business and technical event British Potato 2003.
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UK economy suffers worst Christmas for a decade
Christmas 2002 was the slowest for UK retailers since that of 1992. The Confederation of British Industry said the outlook for the UK's economy was "seriously worrying".
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First Fairtrade mangoes arrive in UK supermarkets
Three UK supermarkets will stock Fairtrade mangoes for the first time from January. The Co-op, Sainsbury's and Waitrose will all stock the fairly produced fruit.
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UK retailers back Efsis standards
A recent Efsis survey shows UK retailers are backing a drive for certification against the Standard of Food Packaging Materials.
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UK produce recieves Christmas bonus
The NFU is urging shoppers to buy home grown produce for their Christmas supplies. This is in the light of research showing £36 million is spent each festive period on imported food.
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UK boasts firm leader in fruit testing technology
A new concept in fruit firmness testing technology is now being marketed to the global fresh produce industry by UK company Sinclair IQ.
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Meredith wins British Potato Industry Award
Recognising his 31 years in the industry, Bob Meredith has won a prestigious award. British Potato Council chairman David Walker presented the award at the Seed Industry Conference in Perth last week.
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South African fruit committed to UK market
Fruit South Africa has spoken about its formation and commitment to the UK market. Chairman Graham Malcolm said it was necessary for the industry to speak with one voice to address all issues.
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Magrabi deepens UK commitment
Egyptian fresh-produce supplier Magrabi Agriculture is strengthening its commitment to the UK market having been certified compliant to BRC standard issue 3 this autumn.
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British is best at Olympia
Home-grown fruit was top of the agenda at this year's Restaurant Show
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Lorry drivers are among top UK craftsmen
The FTA acknowledges UK lorry drivers as top craftsmen. Hauliers have a great deal of expert knowledge and skills which often go unrecognised by the UK public.
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UK bound avos survive heat
Two heat-waves in Israel during June and July, when temperatures soared to 40°C, have reduced the country's avocado crop.
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British bite back
Tesco has launched a Bite Into British campaign, in a bid to boost sales and promote awareness of home-grown apple varieties.
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Florette officially announces UK expansion plans
Florette officially announces expansion plans in Lichfield, as reported in the Journal two months ago.
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Anthurium to take the UK by storm
Anthurium houseplants to be launched in the UK, following huge success in the Netherlands. Rijnplant will showcase the plant at GLEE in its Love Collection.
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British Retail Consortium slams MEP packaging vote
The BRC has hit out at the European Parliament's plans for increased packaging regulation.
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Supermarkets urged to support UK organic industry
The NFU icalls for all supermarkets to follow Tesco's example and lend support to UK organic farmers. Tesco has set up a working group to boost sales by 2006.

