Agriculture
Rural news, views and insights
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A guide to selling Italian food and drink in 2024
21 November 2024 AmbientBritish shoppers have long been enamoured with Italian food. We speak to experts to uncover why that is – and how to cater for their evolving demands -
The cheeses that I love: Rory Mellis
11 November 2024 Cheese & DairyThe director of IJ Mellis in Edinburgh shares his top 10 favourite cheeses -
44 types of charcuterie you need to know
15 October 2024 AmbientLearn more about charcuterie with Speciality Food’s in-depth guide -
Farmers call for short-term support to boost food security
16 May 2024 NewsThe government has revealed a new index and blueprint to measure and grow the UK’s fruit and vegetable sector and reinforce the country’s food security, but critics are calling for more support to help farms from going under -
Special Report: The future of British farming is under threat
15 November 2023 AgricultureAs a campaign is launched calling for fairer farming, those shops that grow their own, and contribute to the circular economy, have the opportunity to show what they’re made of -
3 stories demonstrating why the food industry must do more on sustainability
04 October 2023 SustainableWith food systems being responsible for a third of global greenhouse gas emissions, the industry plays an important role in reversing the tide on climate breakdown. But these news stories show the sector must do more -
Special Report: How is climate change impacting the UK’s food and drink industry?
11 September 2023 SustainableThe ripple effect of recent heatwaves in mainland Europe, and their implication on retail is yet to be measured...but it’s the weather on home soil we need to worry about, say farmers, leaders and producers -
Meet the farmers shortening the supply chain in bakery
12 July 2023 AgricultureThis year’s National Organic Conference (NOC) showcased the collaborative approach being adopted by a group of farmers, millers and bakers to deliver shorter, more sustainable supply chains in the bakery sector. -
Four forces shaping the future of the food sector: Part two
03 July 2023 SustainableDiscover two of the four forces transforming the food sector for the better, from health regulations to the pandemic effect -
Food charity challenges government failure to address sustainability of UK food system
22 June 2023 SustainableFeedback Global took to the Court of Appeal earlier this week, fighting against government inaction regarding their 2022 Food Strategy -
What the food industry expects from Rishi Sunak’s Food Summit
12 May 2023 SustainableRishi Sunak will host a Food Summit with industry leaders on 16th May – the industry has its say -
Exploring Northern Irish produce for fine food retail
04 May 2023 Meat & FishSpeciality Food uncovers what makes Northern Ireland a hotbed of food and drink innovation
