Top British farming group entices seasonal berry pickers with excellent perks
Before the start of the British berry season, farmers Hall Hunter have launched an extensive recruitment programme to try to bring in seasonal workers. With a yield of more than 8,000 tonnes of British soft fruit last year, Hall Hunter supplies major UK supermarkets with British strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries. Fruit pickers are required […]
Health-conscious consumers are craving and buying more veg, plant-based products
The “plant-based” food craze, which seemed to point the future of eating several years ago, took a surprising tumble last year, But major UK supermarket chain Tesco says it is back with a vengeance from shopping patterns in has been seeing over the past three months on products that are meat-free: “Plant-based food has been […]
Food Foundation’s alarming data shows drastic decline in fruit, veg purchases by poor families
The majority of British families who are struggling with food insecurity are buying fewer fruits and vegetables, according to new data released by the Food Foundation. Nearly 60% of households cut back on fruit purchases alone in January, while 44% lessened the amount of vegetables they buy. “It is hugely concerning to see that families […]
What could be more impactful or fun than National Carrot Day? It’s happening in October.
The British Carrot Growers Association will host National Carrot Day on 3 October in Yorkshire and online to bring awareness and “safeguard the future” of this incredibly heathy and versatile root vegetable. “It’s time to make a bit of noise about the nation’s favourite vegetable, the carrot,” says Rodger Hobson, Chair of the BCGA and […]
Slowdowns at Cape Town port hampers South Africa fruit campaign, poses ‘threat’ to future of industry
The backlog at Cape Town Port has improved, but not in time to save the South African fruit industry from reputational damage, according to a statement by Hortgro. “While things are better, machines still break down and need repair. The export schedule is still lagging,” the industry body said Thursday. “Reputational damage to the fruit […]
Red Sea challenges cause widespread delays, cashflow troubles for UK exporters
The British Chamber of Commerce reports that 55% of exporters have had shipping operations impacted by disruptions in the Red Sea. The Chamber of Commerce’s Insights Unit reported widespread disruptions to British businesses, manufacturers and even retailers from ongoing attacks on ships that began late last year. How long can the situation continue before impacts […]
The emergence of climate-neutral produce in Europe
Europe’s fresh produce market is undergoing a remarkable transformation with the emergence of climate-neutral certified products. This shift is driven by increasing consumer awareness of climate change and the demand for eco-friendly choices. There are a number of companies that are leading the way in Europe, such as the Port International (bananas); Jaguar, The Fresh […]
Why 13.13 is a positive number for British consumers and the grocery stores they shop
How lucky is the number 13? Well, for British consumers – beset by inflation, a pandemic and ‘less-is-more’ offerings from retailers and restaurants since 2019 – as long as it isn’t negative, it must be good news. Indeed it is. The latest data presented by Asda in its Income Tracker, shows that family spending power […]
