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NewsBurts Chips becomes first crisps brand to win Red Tractor stamp
Burts Chips has become the first crisps brand to receive the Red Tractor stamp of approval. The assurance mark was won for use of potatoes farmed responsibly, processed and packed in the UK, said the Plymouth snacks brand. The Red Tractor logo will appear on Burts’ 40g ...
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NewsABP in Carbon Trust standard triple whammy
The company has again been recognised for its efforts in cutting carbon emissions, water use and waste
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NewsGlyphosate ban 'could cost UK agrifood £1bn a year'
Research claims ban on chemical could have ‘devastating’ impact on British economy and agricultural sector
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NewsMichael Gove will 'have work cut out' as new Defra secretary
However, his appointment could herald “less of a cliff edge” in Brexit negotiations says British Growers Association
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NewsScientists make breakthrough in antibiotic resistance fight
Researchers have discovered an organism that is able to target harmful bacteria, but leave good bacteria intact in pigs
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NewsPureCircle develops ‘less bitter’ StarLeaf stevia
The company claims the new variety will help manufacturers slash sugar in products without sacrificing taste
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NewsSpoilt Pig rolls out first 'Raised Without Antibiotics' bacon
The range will roll out in major retailers including Tesco and Morrisons later this month
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NewsTesco ramps up supply of Cornish new potatoes from Branston
Supplier predicts it ship more than 2,700 tonnes of spuds, up 8% on last year’s figures
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NewsWaitrose launches range of speciality aubergines
The white aubergines, nicknamed “snowbergines”, are early varieties of aubergine grown in Holland
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NewsUK pig sector slashes use of last resort antibiotic colistin
Farmers and vets are taking the threat of antibacterial resistance seriously, says the National Pig Association
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NewsSales of farmed fish set to surpass wild 'as early as 2019'
Demand for fish has risen as consumers increasingly choose it for its perceived health benefits
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Comment & OpinionThe Hebridean Sea Salt fallout again shows role of provenance
Suppliers know provenance is key, particularly for high-end products with artisanal credentials
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NewsSainsbury's faces flak over its new Fairly Traded scheme
Sainsbury’s has rejected criticism from Fairtrade over the supermarket’s new Fairly Traded sustainability standard
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NewsPig industry fears loss of China access after hep E reports
National Pig Association CEO Zoe Davies said negative publicity created by the coverage could derail pork exports
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NewsSupermarkets urged to do more to support local growers
Federation of City Farms and Community Gardens urges supermarkets to stock their products
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NewsFinnebrogue seals £2m low-fat sausage supply deal with Asda
Asda’s new Extra Special Light & Lean sausages will be available in more than 350 stores nationwide
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NewsCoca-Cola begins sourcing 100% renewable electricity
The move came as CCEP unveiled a new solar farm to support production at Europe’s largest soft drinks factory in Wakefield
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NewsPrinces launches UK's first MSC tuna from Western Pacific fishery
The tuna is sourced from the Parties to the Nauru Agreement (PNA) fishery - the world’s largest sustainable tuna purse seine fishery
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NewsArla to supply all Morrisons own label milk in new deal
Three-year deal starts next March and means Morrisons will cease to source own-label milk from Müller
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Analysis & FeaturesIs the Co-op's call for 100% British fresh meat realistic?
Aspirational, for sure, but do farmers actually produce enough for other retailers to follow suit? And what would the downsides be for industry?