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ArticleStrong campaign for French potatoes
French potatoes have enjoyed good volumes and demand in 2024/25, according to CNIPT, with good momentum going into the final stages of the campaign
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NewsHappy Berry gets a fresh look
Hyroponically-grown, sustainable strawberries are putting a focus on taste, Oppy says
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ArticleEFRA to quiz Zeichner on Defra vision for farming
Defra minister Daniel Zeichner to face cross-party MPs’ questions on farming, profitability and fairness in supply chains
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ArticleReport identifies new revenue from crop waste
A new report from Growing Kent & Medway highlights the untapped potential of waste from horticultural crops
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ArticleRed Tractor commits farm assurance scheme to wide-ranging improvements
The food assurance scheme promises significant improvements following publication of the Farm Assurance Review
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NewsOppy and G&M Farms collaborate on new berry options
Group says partnership links genetics with marketing expertise to present a new world of exotic berry flavours
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ArticleSteve Reed sees Veg Power in action
Defra secretary sees veg consumption campaign in action at primary school in his London constituency
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ArticleChefs want prepped produce, new wholesaler report reveals
UK hospitality sector seeks pre-prepared fruit and veg from wholesale markets to ease labour crisis
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ArticleFSCG sets out stall for fresh potato sector
New trade group representing UK fresh potato suppliers pledges to tackle industry challenges and promote growth for sector
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NewsVertical farm giant Plenty files for bankruptcy
Bezos-backed vertical farm company, which recently partnered with Driscoll’s, secures bridging loan as restructuring begins
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ArticleSakata gets closer to the customer
Matthieu Maxant, chief operating officer at Sakata Vegetables Europe, outlines how the seed company’s customer-centric approach is driving its innovative breeding programmes
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NewsGreenyard launches Sligro partnership
Belgian group says it will become the supplier of fresh potatoes, fruit and vegetables to all Sligro stores in the country
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ArticleBTGA gears up for British Tomato Fortnight
The UK’s annual domestic tomato campaign is set to reach consumers of all ages
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ArticleFreskon back in Thessaloniki with packed agenda
International trade fair Freskon returns to Greece next month with an exhibition, a buyers event, a parallel International Pear Conference and an expo dedicated to transport and logistics
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ArticleEFRA urges Westminster to protect farmer income
Government must do more to protect farmer income and preserve fairness in UK supply chain, says House of Commons committee
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ArticleGovernment policy threatens domestic production, BAPL warns
Incoming wage cost hikes and future inheritance tax changes are damaging domestic production and will hurt consumers, according to apple and pear growers
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ArticleFelix Project hosts food waste webinar
The London food redistribution charity offers online event to inform produce sector about new food waste legislation
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ArticleWRAP Water Roadmap receives funding boost
Nature Recovery Project partners with WRAP to tackle water scarcity in food-producing regions for UK
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ArticlePotatoes top the bill at Welsh farming event
Pembrokeshire potato event teaches kids link between farming and food
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FeaturesBerry business bursting with potential
Fruitnet Berry Congress hears how there’s plenty of room for growth in the category – but better marketing is key