Two new AVA raspberry varieties produce ‘works of art’ for Angus Soft Fruits
Angus Soft Fruits, a top supplier of fresh berries to retailers across the UK, recently revealed its two “new works of art” – the AVA Monet and AVA Dali raspberry varieties at an event on its East Seaton farm. The AVA Monet and AVA Dali took many years to trial and develop, but Angus believes […]
How amazing AI can simplify difficult tasks and break down barriers for wholesalers
As a teenager growing up on Long Island in the early 1990s, I got my first job working in wholesale produce. After an adolescence spent playing team sports, I loved the team atmosphere of the warehouse. I continued to work my way up the ladder and eventually formed what is now Krystal Produce. Even now, […]
Shoppers still seeking deals as grocery inflation rises for first time since March 2023
Grocery inflation increased slightly during the four-week period leading up to 4 August, but experts at Kantar International say it is not significant enough to spark concern. Though the jump from 1.6% to 1.8% marks the first time in nearly 18 months that grocery inflation has risen, the current rate is close to levels seen […]
Driven by success in UK and Ireland, Dole reports boost in fresh fruit revenue in Q2
Fruit and vegetable producer and distributor Dole plc, reports a 1.5% increase in fresh fruit revenue during the second quarter of 2024, with a value of $851 million – an increase of $12 million from last year. The uptick was primarily driven by higher banana volumes in Europe and North Africa, increased banana prices, and a higher […]
As blueberries soar in popularity, Tesco and Hall Hunter vow to expand growing in UK
Demand continues to grow across the UK for sweet and nutrient-packed blueberries, according to new data released by supermarket chain Tesco. The retailer reports it has seen a 27% rise in interest from consumers, and they will buy nearly 57,000 tonnes of the plump fruit this year. Much of those purchases will come from imports, […]
FareShare survey shows 30% of parents are purchasing fewer fruits this year
The Food Foundation estimates that more than 10 million people in the UK don’t get enough food to eat each year. And yet, more than 6 million tonnes of food goes to waste, according to the World Wide Fund for Nature. Gathering and redistributing surplus food, especially fresh fruits and vegetables, is one of the […]
WAPA: Apple production expected to see marked decline in EU while pears rise in 2024-25
Apple production in the EU is expected to decline in the 2024-25 season by a staggering 11.3%, or 10.3 million tonnes among top producing countries, according to new data released by the World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA). That bleak news, punctuated by a 13.6 decrease in production from the previous three years especially from […]
Global Grape Convention Exceeds Expectations With More Than 1,000 Attendees
The initiative, organized by Yentzen Group, the Chilean Fruit Table Grape Committee and the Peruvian Table Grape Producers Association (PROVID), featured an international-level program offering informative talks, specialized market analysis, ideas to identify new opportunities, marketing strategies and discussion panels. On Thursday, August 8, the most anticipated event for the Chilean, Peruvian and international table […]
