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UK Greenhouse Sector Maps Out 10-Year Modernisation Plan
A proposed 10-year investment framework could provide a coordinated route for renewing and expanding the UK’s food-producing greenhouse infrastructure by aligning the requirements for finance, energy, labour and technology. Image: GIC The Greenhouse Innovation Consortium (GIC) is developing the UK Greenhouse Modernisation and Expansion Programme (UK-GMEP), a 170-plus-page blueprint that sets out the infrastructure and investment requirements of the sector, reports Hortidaily.
Bumper British Berry Harvest Points To Self-Sufficiency Opportunity
British berry growers are reporting a stronger-than-expected crop this season, with production running 6% ahead of an already bumper 2025, potentially paving the way for increased domestic supply over imports. Blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries have been among the strongest performers following two-thirds of the harvest, according to British Berry Growers (BBG), and reported by The Guardian. This year’s hot conditions have accelerated ripening and growth, although the
Incoming greosn COO Daniel Boakes To Drive Global Expansion
Fresh produce investment firm greosn has appointed Daniel Boakes as Chief Operating Officer (COO) to strengthen the leadership team and support the next phase of growth across its international horticultural grower group. Image: greosn | Daniel Boakes, COO Boakes, who was Managing Director of Dole’s UK retail business for seven years, will use his expertise in imported supply and UK retail to complement greosn’s global farming position. According to a press release from the
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Gen Z Food Budgets Tighten As Rising Prices Reshape Shopper Behaviour
The growing cost of food is changing how younger consumers shop for groceries in the UK, with new research indicating that Gen Z is increasingly cutting back on food purchases and buying from different supermarkets. Some 33% of Gen Z consumers, those born between 1997 and 2012, said they are skipping meals or eating less because of the increase in food prices, according to a survey by cashback app tuck, and reported by The Mirror. That compares with 19% of consumers overall,
Morrisons Price Matches 500 Essentials, Introduces Disney-Themed Fruit Range
Morrisons has pledged “unbeatable prices” on more than 500 everyday products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, ahead of launching a line of Winnie the Pooh-themed fruit packs designed to appeal to children heading back to school. Image: Morrisons & RED Communications The supermarket’s new ‘Unbeatable Prices’ commitment covers hundreds of weekly essentials, including bananas, salad tomatoes, and carrots, and a guarantee that prices will not be beaten by Aldi, Lidl, Tesco
British Flower Growers Urge Action On Climate Resilience To Safeguard Production
Small-scale flower growers are calling on the UK government to take urgent action on climate resilience, water infrastructure, and support for British-grown produce, warning that extreme weather is threatening small horticultural businesses. To date almost 140 micro growers have signed an open letter by Herefordshire flower farmer Kelly Munford in which she says climate change is no longer a distant concern for growers who represent an industry now valued at £33.6 million a y
Farm Housing Barriers Threaten UK Food Security, Warns Union
A shortage of suitable on-farm housing could prevent new growers from entering the industry and weaken the UK's future food security, a farming union has warned. The Landworkers' Alliance (LWA) is calling for updated guidance to help local planning authorities assess applications for agricultural dwellings, particularly those connected with smaller farms, market gardens and agroecological enterprises. Its intervention follows the publication of the Government's revised Nation
Aldi Growth Drives GBP1.65m Investment At Yorkshire Potato Supplier
Family-owned Cockerill is investing in automation, productivity and regenerative farming after the volume of potatoes it supplies to Aldi more than doubled in three years. A long-standing partnership with Aldi has given Yorkshire potato supplier Cockerill the confidence to invest GBP1.65 million in new technology and future growth. The family-owned business, based just outside York, has supplied Aldi since the supermarket first entered the UK market. It now provides the retai
Veg Power Launches Healthy Eating Lifeline For Families Under Pressure
A new toolkit will deliver practical advice, recipes and money-saving guidance to families struggling to maintain a healthy diet as food costs continue to squeeze household budgets. Veg Power has joined forces with leading food charities and community organisations to launch a new Healthy Food Toolkit aimed at helping families prepare affordable, nutritious meals. Supported by The Food Foundation, Felix, the Community Fridge Network, Feeding Britain, Bread and Butter and Food
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