Sustainability through adequate payment
Trade shows are always a good chance to check out what the opposition are doing, have a chat with some customers and give your team a chance to get out of the office.
Industry fights to keep sprays
Farmers are being urged to protest against new European Union rules on pesticides as the industry steps up a big lobbying campaign.
New pavilion spans fruit show
This year’s National Fruit Show, held annually at the county showground at Detling, Kent was an outstanding success, writes Brian Tompsett, a Marden Fruit Show committee member.
DEFRA blocks emergency aid
DEFRA has decided not to take up European Union aid for fruit and vegetable growers hit by the Russian trade ban.