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NewsLabour shortages: government accused of 'failing to understand' needs of food sector
‘The government’s overall response to our recommendations is wholly inadequate,’ said Sir Robert Goodwill MP
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Tenderstem launches broccoli-infused wine
The wine is made from chardonnay from Lyme Bay Winery and infused with Tenderstem broccoli stalks
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Berry growers slam retailers for cautious approach to selling
The impact of the pandemic and supply chain disruption had led retailers to take a ‘more conservative approach’ to buying, claimed British Berry Growers
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Defra offers £30m in grants for farms to boost added-value produce
Farms can apply for funding to acquire premises and equipment to process agricultural produce
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Clock House Farm launches renewable energy-powered growing system for soft fruit
The company claims it is the ‘biggest known river source heat pump system in the country’
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McCain launches ‘Farm of the Future’ in South Africa to implement regenerative agriculture
The company will grow 125 ha potatoes per year on two South African locations totalling 465 ha irrigation and 90 ha dryland
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Analysis & Features
Is the UK moving too fast in introducing gene editing tech?
A new bill is designed to make GE innovation easier, but some campaign groups are concerned the government hasn’t considered all the cons
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British food & drink gets major boost during Jubilee
According to British Berry Growers, UK consumers bought 4,900 tonnes of strawberries over the Jubilee week of 30 May to 5 June
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Concerns over criminals using seasonal worker visa to exploit labourers
‘Sham’ operators have been charging extra to facilitate the recruitment of workers into the UK growing sector
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UK’s ‘rigid’ border policy fuelling inflation, industry warns
Fresh produce is being particularly affected by congestion at ports
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Comment & Opinion
Gene-edited foods shouldn’t be enabled in the UK while risks are ignored
Government is twisting science and mangling the concept of ‘natural’ to push through gene-edited foods, says Joanna Blythman, food journalist and author of Swallow This
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British Summer Fruits rebrands as British Berry Growers to better support growers
The industry body hopes the new name will provide clarity over its role as a crop association
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UK & Ireland Mushrooms Producers launch ‘magic’ major marketing campaign
The ’There’s more magic with mushrooms’ campaign will launch on 11 June
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CF Fertilisers plant shutdown set to heap more uncertainty on struggling food producers
The US chemical giant is to close its plant at Ince in Cheshire, though industry experts have played down the risk to CO2 supplies
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McCain announces RuPaul’s Drag Race star Baga Chipz as new creative director
The self-proclaimed Queen of Chips will oversee all creative outputs of the McCain business, starting with midweek meals
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Global supply turmoil could see British potato farmers switch to cereals or oilseeds
Insiders say domestic market in good shape ahead of possible crop rotations this year
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Reports
How Chatsworth Estate Farm Shop has successfully balanced tradition and evolution
The 45-year old business’ success was recognised by the Farm Shop & Deli Show Retailer Awards in April
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Jones Food Company launches innovation centre to end reliance on fruit & veg imports
The facility, opening 6 June, will act as the testbed for produce to be grown at JFC’s newest vertical farm
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Comment & Opinion
UK’s move on gene-edited crops is a step forward – but consumer perceptions need to shift
Gene editing can translate decades of scientific research into crops that are healthier to consume and reduce environmental impacts, says Mark Tufnell, Country Land & Business Association (CLA) president
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Comment & Opinion
Vertical farming can boost the UK’s food security as global supply chains struggle
Vertical farming has the potential to transform the global food supply chain and bolster local economies, says John Stapleton, non-executive chairman of Fischer Farms
