All Fresh produce articles – Page 62
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NewsNFU accuses government of 'failing' on drought measures
The organisation has hit out at Defra for the “little government action” it has taken since the drought, despite commitments by environment secretary Michael Gove
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NewsDefra launches review into future of the AHDB
The 10-week review will consult industry and ‘examine the continuing need for AHDB and the statutory levy’
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NewsCity Snapshot: Total Produce shrugs off 'unusual weather' to post first half growth
Ireland-based global fruit and vegetable distributor Total Produce has posted a rise in first half sales and EBITDA despite the negative impact of currencies and “unusual” weather patterns in Europe. Plus, WH Smith on course to hit full year targets driven by travel growth and all the rest of the latest news from the City.
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NewsPlum season ended early by poor growing conditions
It comes amid warnings of spiralling food and drink prices caused by weather-related shortages
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Comment & OpinionBrits still love nutritious and healthy spuds
The latest figures from Kantar Worldpanel shows a 2.6% rise in consumption of potatoes since 2015
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My Alternative CVAl Shariat, director of Coconut Merchant, on Saint Germain and sourcing
Through our focus on ethical sourcing, I know that for every product we sell means we are helping a farmer and their family
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NewsOrganic food suppliers 'face EU export ban' in no deal Brexit
Defra said it was determined to help organic producers flourish in the event of a no deal
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NewsBooths cuts plastic with market-style fruit & veg fixtures
Fixtures are part of a host of measures to reduce plastic use…
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Comment & OpinionWater scarcity means there’s no such thing as ‘guilt-free’ fruit & veg
Source: Getty Images Over the past two decades the UK per capita demand for fruit has risen by 23% and vegetables by 7% Retailers and shoppers need to start thinking about the ‘water scarcity footprint’ of their food, that is, the potential impact of water use on ...
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Comment & OpinionLatest reports on food waste are a harsh wake-up call
A study from the University of Edinburgh suggests as much as 4.5 million tonnes of food is being wasted in the UK because of cosmetic standards
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NewsMillions of tonnes of 'ugly' fruit & veg wasted, says report
Brexit could provide an opportunity for the UK government to reduce the amount of food being wasted by scrapping EU market
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NewsBrussels sprouts crop set to be hit by summer drought
The heatwave drove down consumer demand by around 30%, said the British Growers Association
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Comment & OpinionIndustry must collaborate to address conflicts in fights against plastic and food waste
If ever there was evidence of how quickly the war on plastic has changed the agenda, Asda’s about-turn is it
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NewsAsda takes plastic off swedes in first of 'rolling programme'
Retailer is not removing plastic from cucumbers as it fears an increase in food waste
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NewsRiverford Organic to remove single-use plastic from veg boxes
The brand has pledged to ditch single-use plastic by 2020 and replace it with compostable solutions
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NewsCampbell-Gibbons to leave the NFU to join AHDB board
She will chair the AHDB’s Horticulture Sector Board as part of the appointment
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NewsFlorette unveils two new salad bags including a 'winter mix'
Consumers were looking for new salad options that were fresh, convenient and nutritious all year round, said the brand
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NewsThe Veggie Plot secures Ocado listing for two savoury yoghurts
The brand mixes Greek-style yoghurt made from British milk with vegetable purées
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NewsFeed shortages push prices up as heatwave hits home
Christmas turkey could be up to 5% more expensive in supermarkets, warned the BTF
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Analysis & FeaturesNothing wonky about Lidl's Too Good to Waste campaign
The scheme could have a big impact, but did message get lost?