Kristian Bayford

Hertford

Journalist at Fresh Produce Journal

Journalist @FruitnetMedia | Words in @gazettegrocery and @indie_pendent

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Live review: Tremonti // O2 Forum Kentish Town, London 14.02.25

2 months ago | indiependent.co.uk | Kristian Bayford

As the lights dimmed and the first seismic riffs of the night ripped through the O2 Forum Kentish Town, it was clear that Mark Tremonti wasn’t here to ease us in gently. With a packed crowd of die-hard fans, the Grammy-winning guitarist-turned-frontman launched into a relentless set that proved why his brand of heavy rock continues to command such a loyal following in the UK and abroad.
North Carolina eyes sweet potato export growth in Europe

Nov 27, 2024 | fruitnet.com | Kristian Bayford

When it comes to US sweet potatoes, North Carolina wears the crown – and the state is targeting expansion in key European markets. As well as satisfying the UK’s growing appetite for the orange superfood, the North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission (NCSPC) is now setting its sights on expanding further in markets such as France and Germany.
Aldi launches donation drive as food banks face ‘tough Christmas’

Nov 17, 2024 | fruitnet.com | Kristian Bayford

Shoppers can donate items at the community donation points in Aldi stores Aldi has launched a donation drive for the items most needed by food banks this Christmas. The list has been selected by food banks, charities and community groups across the UK.
Farmers prepare for mass rally against farm inheritance tax changes

Nov 14, 2024 | fruitnet.com | Kristian Bayford

The event will call on the government to rethink its plan to end inheritance tax exemption for some farms UK farmers are being encouraged to register in advance for the independent farmers’ rally in London on 19 November. The main goal of the event is to urge chancellor Rachel Reeves to reverse the government’s decision in the Autumn Budget to introduce a tax of 20 per cent on inherited farming assets above £1 million.
Land Alive launches £5,000 prize fund at new regenerative farming event

Nov 14, 2024 | fruitnet.com | Kristian Bayford

Speakers at Land Alive will explain how the UK food supply chain can become more resilient, profitable and environmentally sustainable A £5,000 prize fund is set to be launched at major food and farming event Land Alive later this month. The prize fund is to offer two farmers or farm advisers in South West England £2,500 each towards a two-year regenerative farming programme called Roots to Regeneration (R2R).
Aldi to open 11 new stores before Christmas

Nov 14, 2024 | fruitnet.com | Kristian Bayford

The latest openings are part of Aldi’s long-term target to have 1,500 UK stores Aldi has revealed it will open 11 new stores across the UK before Christmas. According to the discounter, new stores in Sedgley in the West Midlands and Castle Douglas in Scotland opened this week (commencing 11 November). Meanwhile, Horsham in West Sussex and Muswell Hill in London are set for new stores later in November.
Fieldwork Robotics partners with Burro to take raspberry robot to next level

Nov 13, 2024 | fruitnet.com | Kristian Bayford

Fieldworker 1 operating on the Burro base at Place UK in Norfolk Fieldwork Robotics, developer of the world’s first raspberry harvesting robot, has signed a collaboration agreement with US tech firm Burro. Burro is a leading developer of fully autonomous robotic platforms (or bases). Its model incorporates machine learning, high-precision GPS, and so-called ‘Pop-Up Autonomy’ to transport produce (or robots) from A to B around the field.
G’s chairman announced as keynote speaker for City Food & Drink Lecture

Nov 12, 2024 | fruitnet.com | Kristian Bayford

Under Shropshire’s leadership, G’s has become one of Europe’s leading fresh produce suppliers G’s chairman John Shropshire OBE has been revealed as the keynote speaker for the 2025 City Food & Drink Lecture. The prestigious event is set to take place on 11 March at London’s Guildhall. Shropshire, who holds a BSc Hons in Agriculture from Newcastle University, joined G’s back in 1976.
Del Monte launches range of dried fruit snacks

Nov 12, 2024 | fruitnet.com | Kristian Bayford

The snacks contain under 73 calories per 20g pack Del Monte has launched a new range of dried fruit snacks in the UK. Produced under license with supplier D2 International, the range includes four new products: Lemon Apple Sticks (20g), Strawberry Apple Sticks (20g), Spiced Apple Crisps (20g, Christmas edition), and Naked Apple Crisps (20g).
Sainsbury’s launches salad range from vertical farm GrowUp

Nov 11, 2024 | fruitnet.com | Kristian Bayford

The Unbeleafable collection was the first range of salads to be launched by a vertical farm in the UK Sainsbury’s has launched an award-winning salad range from UK vertical farm GrowUp. Named Unbeleafable, the retailer will stock two of the ready-to-eat, UK-grown bagged salads from the new range, including the Mild Mixed Baby Leaves and Rocket and Baby Leaves. Unbeleafable leaves are grown, and packed, in a controlled environment at GrowUp’s vertical farm in Kent.