BerryWorld’s ‘outstanding’ Ruby raspberries earn Superior Taste Award
BerryWorld’s Ruby raspberries were recently honored with the Superior Taste Award at the International Taste Institute awards, scoring an “outstanding” in the blind tasting with 3 stars. Currently grown in the UK, the Netherlands, Portugal, France, Germany, and Italy, BerryWorld’s new raspberry variety “captivated the professional panel of experts with a near-perfect score for its […]
South African raisins rebound, ready for major promotional campaign in UK
South African raisin producers have bounced back in 2024, achieving a total crop size of 95,000 tonnes with outstanding quality, following several challenging years for the industry. A combination of adverse weather conditions, global economic uncertainty and increased input costs has put pressure on suppliers, resulting in a reduced crop of 60,231 tonnes in 2023. […]
Blueberry season begins ramping up in South Africa, with exports set to rise again
The blueberry industry in South Africa, although relatively nascent in comparison to other countries, has seen a steady increase in production and exports. This year, growers are optimistic about the country’s output, anticipating a 10% growth in exports and expecting to achieve its target of 25,000 tonnes of blueberries, a significant increase from last year’s […]
Co-op implements lower prices on fresh produce in convenience stores across UK
Co-op has reduced the costs of more than 50 lines of fruits and vegetables to help cash-strapped consumers while keeping pace with pricing from competitors. Noting that price reductions are still critical in a tight economy for British shoppers, the retailer is providing savings in the most impactful section of its convenience stores – healthy […]
Embracing the Green Wave: Avocado Consumption on the Rise Across UK, Europe
While last year posed challenges for the fresh food industry amidst economic uncertainty and the cost-of-living crisis, the avocado industry continued to show positive growth across Europe. Last year saw a notable increase in avocado consumption across Europe, with the UK securing its position as the joint second-largest consumer alongside Germany, each consuming around 121,000 […]
Aldi reaches historic 20-year deal with British apple grower AC Goatham
AC Goatham & Son, one of the most renowned fruit farms in the UK, has reached a new £750 million deal with Aldi to supply it with fresh apples and pears. Based in Kent, AC Goatham has been working with Aldi since 2016, but was not its sole provider of British apples until last year. […]
Tesco capitalises on TikTok trend and healthy influencers with new Salad Creation Bars
A very cool trend is taking shape in the produce aisles of Tesco. Inspired by TikTok influencers and Gen Z’s penchant to make more healthy food choices, the retailer is adding “Salad Creation Bays” to its stores. “Salads don’t have to be boring,” says Emily Hampson, Buying Manager for Prep Fruit and Prep Salad for […]
Jazz Apples again will greet swimmers that finish Bournemouth pier event this summer
The marketing team behind Jazz Apples are again travelling across the UK this summer to promote their healthy, tangy fruit. And they seem to find creative outlets beyond Foodies Festivals to do that. For the fourth consecutive year, Jazz is pairing up with the British Heart Foundation as one of the key sponsors of the […]
