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Report: Organic Food Is Healthier
29 October 2007 NewsA £12m EU-funded investigation into the difference between organic and ordinary farming has shown that organic foods have far more nutritional value, including up to 40% more antioxidants, which scientists believe can cut the risk of heart disease and cancer, could be found in organic fruit… -
Organic: New Air Freighting Standards
29 October 2007 NewsThe Soil Association has announced it will change its standards for the air-freighting of organic goods, making a point that this should only be acceptable if there are clear benefits for farmers in developing countries. -
Retail: Reaching The Finals
26 October 2007 NewsThree rural retailers from Suffolk have been shortlisted in a Countryside Alliance competition. -
Retail: Spooky Sales Success
25 October 2007 NewsAccording to new figures, Hallowe'en is now the most lucrative trading period after Christmas and Easter. -
Business: Stand And Deliver
25 October 2007 NewsThe launch of a unique delivery service by regional food group, Heart of England fine foods (HEFF) is being hailed a huge success by participating producers. -
Packaging: More Recycling Needed
23 October 2007 NewsA government survey showing that 40% of UK food packaging cannot be recycled will add to the pressure on manufacturers to make the switch. -
Farming: Raising The Profile
23 October 2007 NewsA drive to increase the amount of Welsh produce actually eaten in Wales will be launched by the Welsh Assembly Government in the New Year. -
Cheese: Gaining Eu Recognition
23 October 2007 NewsStaffordshire Cheese has become the latest UK product to be recognised under EU law for its quality and regional identity. -
Cheese: Revival Of The Fittest
22 October 2007 NewsA campaign to revitalise the fortunes of Cheshire cheese – once the nation’s favourite – has been launched. -
Retail: Brighton Bans Plastic
22 October 2007 NewsAs the environmental debate rages on, Brighton has declared a blanket ban on plastic bags. -
Business: Small Firms Under-insured
19 October 2007 NewsThree quarters of the UK's small businesses are breaking the law and risking fines of up to £2,500 a day because they don't have the right insurance, according to research by Finaccord for British Gas Business. -
Retail: Focus On Innovation
18 October 2007 NewsSpeaking at Anuga this week, Spar boss, Dr Gordon Campbell said that retailers are operating in a "time of turbulence" and need to innovate to ride out cost pressures and the changing needs of consumers.
