Revolutionary transatlantic flight sparks new era in sustainable aviation and food security
The ground-breaking transatlantic flight operated by Virgin Atlantic, flying from London's Heathrow to New York's JFK airport, represents...
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LATEST FARMING STORIES
Spain nears agreement on post-Brexit Gibraltar status, says foreign minister
Spain is on the brink of finalising an agreement regarding the post-Brexit status of Gibraltar, potentially as soon as today (29...
Tesco bolsters biodiversity with the launch of Nature Programme
Tesco has initiated an ambitious programme, termed the Nature Programme, to augment the sustainability of food systems. The innovative...
New Zealand apricots ready for global export including the UK market
British apricot aficionados are soon to savour the unique tastes of New Zealand's specialty apricots, as Central Otago's Ardgour Valley...
Sunak secures £29.5 billion global investment boost ahead of UK summit
International business leaders have pledged £29.5 billion to bolster Britain's economy, a significant endorsement for Prime Minister...
'Morally bankrupt' - Jacob Rees-Mogg faces backlash for undermining UK farming industry
Jacob Rees-Mogg has come under intense scrutiny for his recent remarks concerning the nation's agricultural sector. His assertion that...
Bank of England governor affirms farmers' views on food inflation
In a detailed address at the NFU's Henry Plumb Memorial Lecture, Andrew Bailey, the Governor of the Bank of England, delivered a crucial...
Leicester's historic market embarks on £7.5m transformation journey
A significant redevelopment project is set to transform Leicester's historic market, with traders relocating to a temporary site at Green...
Key Highlights from the Autumn Statement 2023
The UK Chancellor's Autumn Statement for 2023, presented this week outlined several key policies impacting various sectors, including the...
Halloween drives surge in UK pumpkin sales
As Halloween draws near, the UK's passion for the spooky celebration is evident in the soaring sales of pumpkins. Barfoots of Botley, one...
The Swiss grape reshaping Britain's red wine landscape
The prospect of Britain crafting a red wine with the audacity to stand toe-to-toe with the esteemed Bordeaux or Burgundy is no longer a...
UK potato yields affected by extreme weather
At Brickyard Farm near Slingsby, North Yorkshire, Andrew Wilson has just started on his 60 ha of potatoes for McCain. Lifting conditions...
New CBD regulations: a potential turning point for UK's greenhouse hemp growers
The recent decision by UK food regulators to drastically reduce the recommended daily dose of cannabidiol (CBD) may prove to have a...
Welsh farmer explores rock dust as a sustainable alternative to traditional fertilisers
Gareth Davies, a farmer in Wales, is experimenting with the use of rock dust as a potential nutrient source for grass growth. The trial...
A Groundbreaking Collaboration: IFE and FPC Unveil the Fresh Produce Section at 2024 Event
In an unprecedented move, the International Food & Drink Event (IFE) has joined forces with the Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) to launch...
Millions in food crops lost to floods, say Scottish farmers
Scottish farmers say they've suffered some of the biggest losses in food crops the industry has ever seen as a result of the weekend's...
Renegotiating a better deal for farmers will not mean another EU referendum, Labour pledges
Renegotiating a better deal with the EU for British farmers does not require Labour to look at re-joining the Bloc, Labour’s shadow...
Agriculture left in the lurch: UK's overlooked farming labour crisis
In a surprising move, the government’s recent overhaul of the Shortage Occupation List (SOL) has bypassed the agricultural and...
Charity urges help for farmers to donate surplus crops
A food poverty charity is calling on the government to help farmers donate surplus fruit and vegetables. Fareshare said it had been...
Rooted in resilience: Unearthing the soil’s secret to climate-proof agriculture
In the face of the looming spectre of climate change, Tesco, a beacon in the UK’s supermarket landscape, is not just adapting but...
Wet weather and slow harvest support Scottish potato prices
The UK potato harvest is progressing slowly due to sporadic wet weather throughout the country, especially in Scotland. Currently, there...
UK’s bold move to shape the future of sustainable farming
The United Kingdom is making significant strides in advancing sustainable agriculture, with a recent announcement of a £12.5 million...
Unveiling art-Inspired raspberry varieties: A blend of aesthetics and efficiency
Angus Soft Fruits is set to revolutionise the berry market with the introduction of two innovative raspberry varieties, AVA Monet and AVA...
A bitter harvest: The looming threat to Britain's farming legacy
The UK government is contemplating significant modifications to the inheritance tax regime, a move that has sparked considerable debate....
Tesco's strategic blueprint for climate resilience in agriculture
Tesco, one of the UK’s leading supermarkets, is proactively addressing the anticipated challenges that climate change poses to...
Spooky season surprise: why this year's pumpkins are the biggest yet
In a delightful turn of events for Halloween aficionados, this year’s pumpkins are set to be larger than ever, thanks to Britain’s...
Stirling scientists to develop new carbon negative food
A pioneering project led by University of Stirling scientists aims to develop a new carbon negative food source. The £800,000...
Harvesting uncertainty: navigating the tumultuous terrain of post-Brexit British agriculture
A recent examination of the UK's agricultural sector unveils escalating anxieties amongst farmers, attributed to the soaring operational...
Unlocking the future: £12.5 million boost for green farming innovation
The UK government has allocated £12.5 million to 19 innovative projects focused on the development of automation and robotic technologies...
Opinion: How your produce business can seize strengths and limit weaknesses
The European fresh produce industry is witnessing a significant shift in companies adopting specific roles to sustain their success. With...
Aussie vegetable growers to tour Europe
In the wake of the Free Trade Agreement with the United Kingdom and as FTA negotiations with the European Union continue, a group of 13...
UK apple growers face sour profits: the crisis behind the crunch
Recent figures indicate that the profitability of major apple producers in the UK has seen a significant decline of 133% within the last...
Unveiling the hidden costs: The plight of seasonal workers in UK's horticulture sector
A recent study by the Landworkers' Alliance (LWA) in collaboration with various organisations has highlighted the systemic issues in the...
UK's first agroforestry conference champions trees as the future of farming
The UK recently hosted its first-ever Agroforestry Conference, a collaborative effort between the Soil Association and the Woodland...
World's largest crop ad takes root in a British potato field
Walkers, the well-known crisp manufacturer, has unveiled an unprecedented 'crop advertisement' spanning 73,532 square feet within a...
Cornish farmer praised for donating 400 tonnes of surplus produce
A Cornish farmer has been praised for donating nearly 400 tonnes of surplus produce to a food waste charity, resulting in enough produce...
Crop nutrition and Net Zero: When is enough, enough?
Extreme weather events driven by climate change and industry net zero commitments are focusing the potato supply chain’s attention on how...
UK farmers at risk due to delayed UK farming incentives
In a startling revelation, English farmers are teetering on the edge of financial ruin, with some at risk of losing up to 63% of their...
Free business support on offer for farming families in England
Over 15 hours of business training and one-to-one support is available for farming families in England through the Farm for the Future...
Grow-your-own households eat more fruit and vegetables and waste less
Household fruit and vegetable production, in allotments and gardens, could be key to a healthy and food-secure population, a new study...
UK-based FruitCast raises €3.2M to enhance soft fruit farming with AI-backed data analytics
Lincolnshire, UK-based FruitCast, a startup that offers yield forecasting services for soft-fruit growers, announced that it has secured...
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