NFU demands urgent Government rethink on horticulture supply chain

'Growers want to remain anonymous for fear of losing contracts,' says union board chair Martin Emmett

clock • 2 min read
The NFU has called for an overhaul of horticultural supply chain relationships
Image:

The NFU has called for an overhaul of horticultural supply chain relationships

The NFU has called on government to introduce a Horticultural Buyers Code of Practice as part of a package of recommendations to underpin confidence and profitability in the British horticulture sector...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

Login

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358
Register for free Join Now

 

More on Arable

Why this high-risk year should put virus yellows in sharp focus
Arable

Why this high-risk year should put virus yellows in sharp focus

As sugar beet drilling reaches its conclusion, focus will shift to carefully managing the crop to reach its yield potential, with close monitoring required to avoid a bad infestation of virus yellows and ensure nutrition needs are met

Farmers Guardian
clock 22 April 2026 • 4 min read
How Limagrain's new UK demo farms will change crop variety trials
Arable

How Limagrain's new UK demo farms will change crop variety trials

Global seed breeder Limagrain has launched a new variety trial which is putting growers at the heart of research

Jane Thynne
clock 18 April 2026 • 6 min read
Why there seems to be plenty of positives for oilseed rape this year
Arable

Why there seems to be plenty of positives for oilseed rape this year

Improved autumn conditions, lower pest pressure and advances in agronomy and breeding are helping rebuild confidence in oilseed rape, with growers cautiously returning to the crop after challenging seasons.

Farmers Guardian
clock 15 April 2026 • 5 min read