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Reducing waste at retail
Minimising waste at the retail stage is vital for sustainability and profitability. Cost is added at each stage of the supply chain, so losses at this final step are more expensive than at any other point. This guide is aimed… Read more »
Carbon footprinting for growers
Carbon footprinting for growers Tackling climate change is one of the top priorities for governments across the globe. The Welsh Government has signalled its determination to address the issue through a Climate Emergency Declaration made in April 2019. In addition,… Read more »
Water in Horticulture: a practical guide
Introduction Rainfall in Wales varies widely. The highest rainfall is in the central upland areas from the Brecon Beacons to Snowdonia (where average annual totals exceed 3000 mm). Coastal areas and North East Wales by contrast, receive less than 1000… Read more »
Growing for quality: a practical guide
Download this guide as a PDF here: 1. Growing for quality Growing quality crops benefits everyone in the supply chain. Growers get better prices, losses in storage and grade outs are reduced, wholesalers and retailers can build good reputations and… Read more »
Open call – tell your businesses Covid-19 adaptation story
This is an open call to all of our members. We’d really like to understand and share how you’ve coped over the past few challenging months. We know you appreciate hearing the stories of how others have coped and it’s… Read more »
Invite: Herbs and Spices Cluster Online Launch
Please come and join us on Tuesday 9th June 2020 2-3pm via Zoom online meet-up. Join us if you grow Herbs and Spices in Wales, or have an interest in growing them. The session will include: Guest Speaker Mike Smith of… Read more »
Plant Passporting current details – Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA)
We’ve just received some useful information from a member of the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) team… Please see some links below which may be of help to you in regard to current details about Plant Passporting: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/issuing-plant-passports-to-trade-plants-in-the-eu#inspection-fees https://planthealthportal.defra.gov.uk/assets/uploads/Plant-Passport-Factsheet.pdf… Read more »
Food & Drink Wales – Finance Crisis Management – Tips for food and drink businesses
We’ve just been provided with a practical document from Food & Drink Wales which might be useful to some of our members. Download a copy here. 200415 ap issue1 Finance Crisis Management 150201
A message from Food Innovation Wales
Due to the current Coronavirus pandemic, UK farms have a shortage of seasonal labour to help pick and pack fruit and vegetables. British workers are being encouraged to apply for these paid positions. Due to the current Coronavirus pandemic, UK… Read more »