As Brits are being urged to apply for farm work picking fruit and veg, Matt Chittock takes a longer-term look at the UK's complex history and relationship with jobs on the land.
By Matt Chittock - 7th May 2020
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A spike in home delivery, impact on food banks and a country ready to rapidly mobilise: here’s what coronavirus can teach us about food sustainability and climate action.
By Nina Pullman - 13th March 2020
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Ellis fears the government isn't as dedicated to protecting higher welfare or quality standards as it claims to be, as it moves towards a proposed UK-US trade deal.
By Ellis - 7th February 2020
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Cutting beef and dairy consumption by a fifth and increasing tree cover are among new recommendations by the government's Climate Change Committee in a report on land use.
By Nina Pullman - 23rd January 2020
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Wicked Leeks rounds up the pledges on sustainable food and farming and climate action ahead of next week’s general election.
By Lloyd Bickham - 6th December 2019
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On the eve of opening her newest pub, Geetie Singh-Watson talks sustainable sourcing, gender equality and the secret behind running 'a bloody good inn'.
By Nina Pullman - 14th November 2019
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Let’s have a super-eco-Brexit where environmental protections and climate action are the priority and we remain aligned to, or even exceed, the EU’s stringent environmental regulations.
By Alex Henderson - 31st October 2019
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There are strong arguments for growing a crop on the right soil, in the right climate. Despite 250 miles on a lorry to get home, I strongly suspect our French squash have a smaller environmental…
By Guy Singh-Watson - 16th October 2019
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I love Extinction Rebellion, primarily for their values and determination, but almost as much for their ability to harness, organise and get the best from people, with fluidity, humanity and trust.
By Guy Singh-Watson - 2nd October 2019
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A former Dyson engineer has created the world’s first reusable coffee cup made from takeaways, with plans for the local economy and regional waste collection.
By Nina Pullman - 24th September 2020
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Eating fruit, veg, fish and wholegrains is linked to lower prevalence of depression and better mental health, writes nutritionist Francesca Vuolo.
By Francesca Vuolo - 24th September 2020
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A House of Lords vote to ban sales of imported food that do not meet UK standards sends strong message to MPs ahead of next Ag Bill review.
By Nina Pullman - 23rd September 2020
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As the days cool and autumn colours emerge, fresh British-grown kale comes into season offering a delicious splash of green in these top five kale recipes.
By Kirsty Hale - 22nd September 2020
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We see the most vital benefit as not marking our own homework; regular assessment will highlight areas for improvement, and help us balance competing demands.
By Guy Singh-Watson - 21st September 2020
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The National Trust and the Wildlife Trusts have both issued new calls to protect and restore nature via conservation efforts and designated ‘wild belt’ areas.
By Nina Pullman - 18th September 2020
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