Agriculture
Rural news, views and insights
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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 -
Farm shops set to benefit from further fruit and vegetable shortages
04 May 2023 NewsSupermarkets are touted to experience further shortages of certain fruit and vegetables while farm shops could see a boost -
Consumers want to eat more seasonally: how indies can help
17 April 2023 SustainableHere's why independent fine food retailers are in a good position to help consumers eat more seasonal produce this summer -
Cash boost for organic farming good news for fine food retailers
03 April 2023 SustainableFarmers who convert to organic will receive up to a third more cash than last year as the government increases support for nature-friendly farming -
How fine food retailers can help consumers eat more sustainably in 2023
30 March 2023 SustainableResearch reveals Brits want to eat more sustainable food, and indies are well-placed to help them do so -
How to make the most of frozen with Rupert Ashby, BFFF
23 March 2023 Meat & FishRupert Ashby, CEO of the British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF) shares his insight into the state of the frozen sector and how indies can take advantage -
Farm shops and markets see increased demand with supermarket shelves empty
22 March 2023 NewsFarm shops and markets are experiencing a spike in demand as shortages of fresh fruit and vegetables cause empty shelves in some supermarkets -
How the Easter opportunity has changed in 2023
21 March 2023 Meat & FishFind out how the cost-of-living crisis will affect the Easter holidays this year in independent retail
