Young Agriculturalists Speak to the Nation
A distinguished panel of judges have lined up to decide who will win this years Young Advocates for Agriculture, the national debating competition which gives young agriculturalists the chance to have their say on the future of the farming industry. Taking place in the afternoon of 6th October at the Farmers & Fletchers Livery […]
Minister to open the National Fruit Show 2011
The National Fruit Show 2011 will take place on Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 October. Now in its 78th year the annual event is the industry showcase; a two-day trade show with the added attraction of fruit competitions including dessert apples and pears, culinary varieties, apple juice, soft fruit and nuts. This year, for […]
Potato growers to get insight into how genome will help them
The future of potato breeding and how the mapping of the potato genome will help growers is set to be the focus of discussion at Potatoes in Practice this Thursday (11 August). The event, Britains biggest field event for the potato industry, is being hosted by The James Hutton Institute at Balruddery Farm near Dundee. […]
Chuffing brilliant Steam and Vintage Extravaganza a complete success!
For more than thirty years, the Gloucestershire Steam and Vintage Extravaganza has provided a memorable weekend for the all the family. This years, which took place from the 5th 7th August, proved that the combination of heritage from a bygone age and the thrill of a modern day society is still appealing. Despite the typically […]
Potato industry award nominations deadline extended
Potato Council has extended the deadline for nominations for this year’s Potato Industry Award until August 31. The award is presented to an individual in recognition of his or her outstanding contribution to the GB potato industry. It could be a grower, a processor or maybe you think the winner should be someone who has […]
Innovation critical in processed potato sector, claims industry CEO
Pushing the boundaries is critical to success, according to McCain Foods regional CEO Nick Vermont. Speaking at the East Midlands Potato Day held at QV Foods, Holbeach Hurn, Lincolnshire, (July 5) he spoke of McCain Foods objective of innovation to make it easy for everyone to enjoy good food. Foods need to give consumers the […]
Potato Council to host stand at Potato Europe
Potato importers and growers looking to buy seed from Britain are invited to visit the Potato Council stand at Potato Europe in Tournai, Belgium, September 7-8. This is an ideal opportunity for importers to discuss the benefits of buying seed from Britain with seed growers, exporters and industry specialists, according to Potato Council head of […]
CLA rewards gamekeepers and riverkeepers for long service at The CLA Game Fair
Seven gamekeepers and riverkeepers who have worked on country estates and rivers for a combined total of more than 300 years were awarded the CLA Long Service Award at The CLA Game Fair on Friday, 22 July. The CLA Long Service Awards were presented by HRH the Duke of Kent, accompanied by the Duke of […]
The Taste of Success
Joseph Heler Cheese are celebrating this month as the quality of their product is recognised at the Oscars of the food world, the Great Taste Awards 2011. Receiving a Gold 1 star for their famous Blue Cheshire Cheese, Joseph Heler, the largest independent regional cheese-producers in the UK, are proud to have shone through over […]
