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Will Robotics Take Over Human Roles in Controlled Environment Agriculture?
As robotics increasingly becomes a cornerstone of modern horticulture, the question of whether machines will eventually replace humans in...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 25, 2024


HelloFresh Workers Forced to Wait Hours for Toilet Breaks
Staff from HelloFresh's Warwickshire warehouse staged a protest over dismissals which the Community Trade Union said came about after the...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 25, 2024


AgDiversity Course Launches to Address Diversity Gaps in UK Agriculture
A new online learning course aimed at raising awareness of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) issues within UK agriculture has been...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 25, 2024


Scurvy Surge in the UK as Cost-of-Living Crisis Fuels Malnutrition
Historic diseases like scurvy and rickets are making a concerning return across the UK, driven largely by the ongoing cost-of-living...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 24, 2024


Funding Blooms: Horticulture Investment Aid Scheme Opens for Applications
The Scheme of Investment Aid for the Development of the Commercial Horticulture Sector is now open and accepting applications. The scheme...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 24, 2024


G's Donates Four Million Meals to Support UK Communities
Since its partnership with FareShare began in 2017, fresh produce giant G's has provided the equivalent of four million meals, supporting...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 24, 2024


UK Restaurant Groups Report Solid Growth in September: A Glimpse into the Future of British Hospitality
September has proven to be a promising month for the UK's hospitality sector, with major restaurant groups reporting solid growth in both...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 24, 2024


UK Economy Set to Accelerate: A Boost for Agricultural and Horticultural Businesses
The UK economy is expected to pick up speed, with growth projections for 2024 raised by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The global...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 23, 2024


UK Supermarkets Urged to Target 60% Plant Protein Sales for Food System Decarbonisation
Leading environmental NGOs, WWF, ProVeg International, and the Green Protein Alliance, are calling on the UK’s largest supermarket chains...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 23, 2024


Carrefour Expands with Major Rebranding Across France
Carrefour, a leading European retail chain, is strengthening its foothold in France through a significant rebranding and expansion...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 23, 2024


Keeping it Cool: Are Refrigerated Deliveries the Way Forward?
The online food delivery market has become one of the most rapidly expanding sectors in digital commerce. With perishable items becoming...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 23, 2024


Government Announces New Measures to Boost British Horticulture and Fresh Produce
The UK government has unveiled a package of measures designed to provide certainty and stability for the nation’s horticultural sector,...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 22, 2024


Former Tesco MD Made CEO of Westfalia Fruit
Chris Bush, the former UK Managing Director of Tesco, has been appointed as the new Group CEO of Westfalia Fruit Group, the multinational...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 22, 2024


Tesco Revamps Iconic Logo to Showcase Freshness and Quality Commitment
Tesco is aiming to show how the supermarket giant stands for superior food – quite literally – in a new nationwide outdoor campaign, in...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 22, 2024


Farmers Warn of Livelihood Threat as Flood Compensation Delays Mount
Farmers across the UK are warning that their livelihoods are under serious threat as delays in compensation payments following severe...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 21, 2024


Iceland Fights Back: Frozen Food Giant Appeals EU Ruling in Trademark Battle with Icelandic Government
Iceland has entered the latest phase of its ongoing trademark dispute with the Icelandic government, as the frozen food retailer appeals...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 21, 2024


Russia Enforces Temporary Ban on Fresh Produce Imports from Kazakhstan Over Biosecurity Concerns
Russia has imposed temporary restrictions on the import of certain fresh produce from Kazakhstan, including tomatoes, peppers certified...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 21, 2024


New Tool Set to Boost Crop Yields by Optimising Phosphorus Use for British Farmers
A groundbreaking tool designed to enhance phosphorus use efficiency in crop production is set to transform the way British farmers manage...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 21, 2024


£1m Award to Save UK Raspberry Industry from Rising Costs and Climate Threats
Researchers have been awarded £1m to tackle issues plaguing UK raspberry growers, including rising production costs and the reduction of...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 18, 2024


Wrap Calls for Ban on Plastic Packaging for Fresh Produce by 2030
Supermarkets should be banned from selling fresh produce like bananas, apples, and potatoes in plastic packaging to encourage a return to...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Oct 18, 2024
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