Food & Supply Chain

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The Premium Pull: Why London is Looking North for Less Processed Dairy

The Premium Pull: Why London is Looking North for Less Processed Dairy

A Scottish organic dairy’s move into the London market signals more than just a successful contract; it reflects a deepening consumer shift away from heavily...

Published 17 Apr 2026

The £1.6m 'Cliff Edge': Is a Hidden Energy Charge About to Empty UK Salad Shelves?

The £1.6m 'Cliff Edge': Is a Hidden Energy Charge About to Empty UK Salad Shelves?

On 1 April 2026, a big change in the way electricity network costs are charged is set to land right on the desks of England’s...

Published 22 Feb 2026

Riverford rides organic boom as UK market hits 20-year high

Riverford rides organic boom as UK market hits 20-year high

The UK’s organic food sector is posting its strongest sustained growth in roughly 20 years, and Devon-based veg-box business Riverford has become one of the...

Published 4 Feb 2026

6 Places in Sussex to Buy Farm-Fresh Eggs Direct from the Producer

6 Places in Sussex to Buy Farm-Fresh Eggs Direct from the Producer

Looking for fresh, free-range eggs and a connection to British producers? These six Sussex-based farms offer direct access to high-welfare, traceable eggs — sold via...

Published 13 Aug 2025

Organic vs. Conventional Seeds: What’s Worth Planting in 2025?

Organic vs. Conventional Seeds: What’s Worth Planting in 2025?

As UK farmers prepare for the 2025 planting season, the choice between organic and conventional seeds remains a pivotal decision influencing crop yields, economic returns,...

Published 13 Mar 2025

Britain Slams Borders Shut: UK Bans Livestock Imports to Avert Foot-and-Mouth Catastrophe

Britain Slams Borders Shut: UK Bans Livestock Imports to Avert Foot-and-Mouth Catastrophe

The UK government has announced an immediate ban on the import of cattle, pigs, sheep, and deer from Hungary and Slovakia after a confirmed case...

Published 8 Mar 2025

The Economics and Future of Meat Production in England

The Economics and Future of Meat Production in England

The meat industry in England plays a crucial role in the country's agricultural economy, contributing billions of pounds annually. However, the sector faces ongoing challenges,...

Published 4 Mar 2025

Labour’s Push for British Produce: How Public Sector Food Procurement Could Transform UK Farming

Labour’s Push for British Produce: How Public Sector Food Procurement Could Transform UK Farming

In a strategic move to bolster domestic agriculture and address recent tensions with the farming community, the Labour government has unveiled a policy mandating that...

Published 23 Feb 2025