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Tories call for UK produce for public sector

Government departments shun UK fruit and vegetables, according to the Conservative Party, which wants the £2bn public-sector food budget used...

NFU calls on Government to prevent multiple retailers abusing their power

The NFU has called on the Government to do more to check on what it sees as an "abuse of...

Recession may hit farmers' markets

The amount of farmers' markets has continued to increase over the past year but with a recession looming that trend...

New ethylene-removal technology keeps fruit fresh longer

Significant advances in the removal of ethylene from apple stores will allow growers to keep varieties like Bramley's Seedling in...

Fresh Produce Consortium tackles salmonella risk in herbs

Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) is beefing up its advice on hygiene following a survey on salmonella and herbs.

PSD report reveals loss of up to 23% of pesticides

A revised Pesticides Safety Directorate (PSD) report on EU proposals for pesticides legislation has revealed up to 23% of products...

Students turning to commercial horticulture

A higher number of students are enrolling on commercial production courses, many attracted by interest in locally produced goods and...

Desire for convenience fuels rise in demand for frozen fruit and veg

Demand for frozen fruit and vegetables is on the up, thanks to fast-paced lifestyles and shifting preferences, but experts say...

Research matters ... Russetting of apples

Dr Ken Cockshull, Emeritus Fellow at Warwick HRI, highlights the latest findings from horticultural research.

NFU president criticises retailers for using "squeeze tactics" on suppliers

NFU president Peter Kendall rounded on retailers for resorting to "crippling squeeze tactics on suppliers" on the back of the...

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