Agriculture
Rural news, views and insights
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Rapid testing arrives for the food industry
01 February 2021 CoronavirusDespite progress being made in mass testing availability for the food and drink sector, small businesses have been left out of the plans -
“Hidden heroes of the pandemic”: tribute paid to food and drink workers
19 January 2021 CoronavirusEnvironment secretary George Eustice has penned an open letter to the food and drink industry praising the sector’s work throughout the coronavirus crisis -
Welsh dairy co-op targets expansion with £14.4m investment
14 January 2021 Cheese & DairySouth Caernarfon Creameries is aiming to ramp up production, create new jobs and boost sales over the next three years -
Regenuary: what is it, and how can indies get involved?
11 January 2021 IndustryA new movement is making waves in the food and drink industry. We look into the trend and what it means for speciality retailers -
Minette Batters, NFU: “British farmers are ready to play their part”
08 January 2021 IndustryIn an exclusive column for Speciality Food, NFU president Minette Batters writes that Britain's farmers and growers are prepared to tackle the challenges that lie ahead – and make the most of new opportunities. By backing British farming, she writes, we can all be part of… -
Why food retailers and farmers are winning public trust
17 December 2020 CoronavirusNew research shows that consumers have become more trusting of the food industry since the pandemic hit -
UK organic exports get the green light
07 December 2020 BrexitThe European Union's decision to recognise Britain's organic products comes as a “huge relief” to the sector – but over the long term, questions still remain -
Questions remain over sustainable farming roadmap
01 December 2020 BrexitFarming and environment groups urge the government to provide clarity on details of its path to sustainable farming -
How Covid-19 is changing consumers’ relationships with food
30 November 2020 CoronavirusIs the pandemic helping to break down the disconnect between consumers and food producers? -
How e-commerce is unlocking new markets for fresh produce
25 November 2020 Farm ShopIs the future of farming online? We explore the pandemic’s impact on the rise of online farm shops and veg boxes, and whether this trend is here to stay -
“Make or break moment” for UK food and farming climate goals
18 November 2020 IndustryBritain’s food and farming industries are key to its net zero goals, and experts say smart policies are needed to guide the transition -
Rejection of Agriculture Bill could spell trouble for the future of UK food industry
13 October 2020 NewsMPs deny the latest attempt to force trade deals to meet UK animal welfare and food safety walls, making many worry for the future
