Archive of all National Farmers Union articles – Page 35
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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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NewsBrits reveal post-Brexit meat provenance anxiety
Almost half of Brits are less likely to buy meat if they’re unsure of its provenance
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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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Analysis & FeaturesCan Brexit still deliver a fair deal for food & drink?
The government insists a ‘no deal’ is unlikely. But what happens to UK food and drink if it can’t deliver?
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Comment & OpinionRaab reassures but with 'no deal' there are no guarantees
This week’s technical notices provide little to calm nerves and help businesses prepare for ‘no deal’
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InterviewsGiles Hurley big interview: relishing Aldi's disruptor status
New Aldi UK & Ireland CEO Giles Hurley has watched with “interest” and “fascination” as the tectonic plates of British grocery have shifted
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NewsGlyphosate essential for UK food production, say farmers
British farming bodies have stressed the necessity and safety of glyphosate after the US Monsanto ruling
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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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NewsMeat processors back call for post-Brexit immigration changes
Britain’s meat industry was vulnerable to shortages of workers across all skill levels, the BMPA warned
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Comment & OpinionToday’s and Landmark combined stand more than a fighting chance against their rivals
This merger can be traced directly back to Tesco’s shock announcement that it was buying Booker
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NewsAldi to support British family farms alongside charity
It will support the charity’s flagship Farm Resilience Programme, set up in July 2016
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NewsFarming groups call for relaxation of water usage rules
A summit organised by the NFU also called for support in transporting feed to areas of the in need amid ‘hugely challenging’
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NewsCan industry stockpile food supplies in a no deal Brexit?
Dominic Raab has said the government would ensure “there is adequate food supply” if the UK crashed out of the European Union without a trade agreement
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Analysis & FeaturesHeatwave: growers struggle with the hottest summer since 1976
The weather has been glorious for retailers, but there is a problem. The sun just won’t seem to stop
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NewsTesco relaunches Sustainable Farming Group for beef
It comes as the retailer announced new 12 month contracts for 1,600 Aberdeen Angus beef suppliers
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Comment & OpinionF*** business? It’s high time politicians started to address Brexit concerns
Politicians letting off hot air has become the theme of this week
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NewsCO2 shortage halts production at Tulip's Brechin plant
Ther pork giant said it would stop slaughtering at the site this afternoon
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NewsSainsbury's and Asda bosses given rough ride by Efra MPs about merger
The bosses of Sainsbury’s and Asda were quizzed by MPs about their proposed mega-merger today
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Comment & OpinionMichael Gove must remember the ‘f’ in Defra
Perceptions of Gove may have changed, but it’s not all been plain sailing, says Fresh Foods Editor Kevin White
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Comment & OpinionSainsbury's-Asda: Remit extension for Adjudicator just not realistic
MPs and suppliers still clinging on to the idea the Adjudicator is going to be able to stop the merger in its tracks may have to get real, says senior reporter Ian Quinn