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Editor's View: Should We Be Taking a Leaf Out of the EU's Book on Healthy Eating for Children?
As the new school year begins across Europe, the European Union’s commitment to promoting healthy eating through its EU School Scheme is...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 11, 2024


Aldi to Invest £800m in the UK Amid Record Sales Surge
Aldi, the discount supermarket chain, has announced a massive £800 million investment in its UK operations following record-breaking...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 10, 2024


'Be The Change:' How Britain's Conscious Consumers are Leading Fairtrade Fortnight
Entitled ‘ Be the Change’ , Fairtrade Fortnight will celebrate the impact created by millions of people across the UK for farmers and...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 10, 2024


Groundbreaking Step in Banana Biotechnology and the Future of Global Banana Production
Australia has reached a pivotal moment in agricultural biotechnology with the approval of the world’s first genetically modified (GM)...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 10, 2024


Robotic Revolution: New Technology to Solve Daffodil Harvest Labour Shortage
Robotic technology is now poised to play a key role in addressing the longstanding labour shortages in daffodil harvesting....

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 9, 2024


Severe Supply Chain Delays 'A Regualar Occurance,' Warns Industry Body
The introduction of a new digital border system by the European Union is expected to cause significant delays at the Port of Dover,...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 9, 2024


Kazakh Worker Sent Home After Clash Over 'Unrealistic' Fruit Picking Targets in Scorching Kent
It had been a sweltering morning picking cherries beneath plastic polytunnels in July when Ilyas finally lost his temper at the farm...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 9, 2024


Growers Threaten to Abandon Ethical Audits Over Seasonal Worker Costs
Growers across the UK are raising alarm over proposed changes to the Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit (SMETA), which would require them...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 6, 2024


Sakata and Barfoots Champion Butternut Squash with #BetterWithButternut
Sakata and Barfoots have teamed up with Veg Power to launch the #BetterWithButternut campaign, which aims to raise awareness of the...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 6, 2024


Met Office’s Contribution to the UK Economy Exceeds £56 Billion Over the Next Decade
The Met Office has long been a cornerstone in delivering crucial weather and climate services to the UK. A recent report conducted by...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 5, 2024


RHS Predicts 90% of Growers Will Ditch Peat by 2028 in Major Green Shift
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has forecasted that 90% of growers will switch to peat-free practices within the next five years....

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 5, 2024


Aldi Urges Starmer to Reform Planning Laws Amid Supermarket Expansion Struggles
Aldi is ramping up pressure on Sir Keir Starmer in an effort to speed up planning permission for new stores as it battles ongoing delays...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 4, 2024


Government Urged to Tackle UK Food Security Crisis with Bold New Strategy
A new report from leading think tank Policy Exchange has revealed the growing threats to the UK's food security and outlined critical...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 4, 2024


UK Conservationists Join Forces with eBay to Stamp Out Illegal Plant Trade
In a landmark move to safeguard endangered plant species, UK conservationists have joined forces with e-commerce giant eBay to combat the...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 4, 2024


UK Wholesale Markets Thriving in Post-Covid Landscape, says Marshall
Gary Marshall, the chair of the Covent Garden Tenants' Association, believes the UK wholesale market industry has a bright future ahead....

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 3, 2024


Lidl Sweden Harmonises Produce with Classical Music in Bold Marketing Move
In an unprecedented move to win over Swedish hearts and taste buds, Lidl Sweden has launched a groundbreaking campaign featuring...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 3, 2024


The Potential Impact of the Proposed Smoking Ban on the Hospitality Industry
In a significant move poised to reshape the landscape of the hospitality industry, recent discussions around a proposed smoking ban are...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 2, 2024


From Forgotten to Viral: How TikTok Turned the Humble Swede into 2024's Hottest Veggie
The humble swede, often overlooked and associated with traditional, time-consuming dishes, has made a surprising comeback thanks to a...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Sep 2, 2024


Pioneering Initiative Aims to Revolutionise UK Food Production with Advanced Greenhouses
In a bold move to address the UK’s growing food production challenges, a pioneering new group has been launched with the ambitious goal...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Aug 30, 2024


The Challenge for Keir Starmer: Transforming Warm Relations with the EU into Economic Wins for the UK
As Keir Starmer seeks to navigate the complex post-Brexit landscape, one of his most significant challenges will be converting the...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Aug 29, 2024
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