Zespri makes ‘Taste the Obsession’ pitch to UK shoppers with SunGold kiwi 4-pack at Tesco
Susan Barrow Dodd, the Market Manager in the UK for Zespri, was direct in her assessment of the UK consumers’ embrace of kiwis. “Although we are making good progress in kiwifruit consumption in the UK, we are still a long way behind the penetration that we experience across the rest of Europe,” she said. “Many […]
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 […]
Kantar: Grocery inflation falls again, but sales struggle to match upbeat outlook
Despite the continued upbeat trends on grocery inflation, supermarket sales remain sluggish across the UK. According to new data released by Kantar Worldpanel, grocery inflation fell for the 16th consecutive month (12 weeks ending June 9). However, grocery sales only managed a 1.0 percentage point increase, the smallest in two years. Wet weather may have […]
Asda, Stewarts prep for Wimbledon by serving up millions of strawberries
With the summer solstice upon us and Wimbledon fast approaching, retailers have been preparing for shoppers to storm produce shelves looking for strawberries. Asda says it is fully prepared thanks to its partnership with Scotland grower Stewarts of Tayside, which is delivering to the retailer a robust 5.3 million pieces of the plump fruit this year. […]
Fruit Attraction, NY Produce Show highlight top industry networking events this year
More than 90 percent of the exhibition space has been filled for Fruit Attraction, which will take place in Madrid at IFEMA from October 8 to 10. The event is one of two signature worldwide conventions for fresh produce industry leaders that will take place late in the year. The New York Produce Show and […]
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 […]
M&S makes huge investment in healthy meals for needy in partnership with FareShare
Supermarkets across the UK have shown their generosity over the past two decades by supporting food distribution charities – especially in getting healthy produce and proteins onto the plates of the less fortunate. There are often many parts to that chain, including the vast network of those who contribute to distribution, delivery and meal preparation. […]
