Easing of grocery inflation emboldens UK shoppers, but will it continue under Starmer?
Grocery market inflation in the UK has tumbled to 1.6%, the lowest level it has been in nearly three years, according to newly released data from Kantar Worldpanel. That easing has helped spur on foot traffic to supermarkets. In the past month, consumers have increased their trips to shops by 2% and spent more on […]
How UK retailers are responding to rising demand for online supermarket shopping
The numbers of consumers turning to online shopping during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic was not surprising given lockdowns throughout the UK. However, once the nation fully opened up, it would have been natural for online orders to ebb. That hasn’t happened. Asda reported this week that its online grocery sales last year […]
Colombia cements its status as one of top suppliers of avocados to UK
During the first quarter of 2024, the Hass Avocado Producers and Exporters Corporation of Colombia (CorpoHass) reported significant growth in the industry’s contribution to the nation’s economy. The avocado sector’s input to Colombia’s Gross Domestic Product surged by 150%, representing 1.5% of the national GDP, according to CorpoHass data. Avobook highlights the impact of this […]
New CEO of South Africa Table Grape Association has ties to Nottingham school
The South Africa Table Grape Industry Association (SATI) has appointed Mecia Petersen as its new chief executive. Petersen joined SATI in March 2022 and has managed numerous key projects and initiatives in support of maintaining South Africa’s position as a preferred global supplier. During her tenure, Petersen has been instrumental in executing projects aligned with […]
Chile, Peru combine forces to host Global Grape Convention in August
At a time of significant supply growth, as well as climatic and logistical challenges, Chile and Peru are joining forces to strategically address the realities of the grape industry. On the 8th of August, the Global Grape Convention 2024, will be held at the Casino Monticello Events Center in Chile. The event will bring together representatives […]
Aldi launches plans for new signage, sustainability improvements in 100 stores in UK
Aldi is pouring some £90 million into 100 of its supermarkets in the UK to make them more consumer friendly. In addition to increasing the amount of space its shoppers will have to navigate aisles in stores, Aldi is upgrading them with “energy efficient technology” which includes new doors on refrigerators and adding natural refrigerants […]
Avocado exports expected to increase in South America, Mexico over next two years
A recently released Rabobank report notes that avocado production and exports are expanding, with Mexico, Peru, and Colombia expected to become the largest exporters by 2026. Peru is the main source of avocados for the UK, but could there be further opportunities for imports from other areas? “To remain profitable, industry players must innovate in […]
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. […]
