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 […]
Sainsbury’s adds ‘Best of British’ section to website to highlight UK-grown produce
Sainsbury’s has launched a ‘Best of British’ page on its groceries website, hoping to better highlight and promote products grown in the UK to its millions of online customers. Fresh fruits and vegetables top the list of 450 items at the retailer coming from British farmers. Meat, dairy, eggs and “chilled essentials” are also in […]
Chile to host Global Avocado Summit in November, with a sustainability as a major theme
The avocado industry has changed dramatically in the world and, particularly, in Chile. Today there are new supplier countries, growing markets, an increase in local consumption and great challenges such as enhancing the competitiveness of the avocado and promoting progress in sustainability. With that intersecting and current view, the day of the avocado returns: the […]
Morocco is conquering the global blueberry market and rising to meet demand in UK
The Moroccan blueberry industry has steadily ascended to international prominence, marking a journey of strategic cultivation and sustainable growth. Since the inception of blueberry plantations in 2005, the nation has witnessed a remarkable surge, with blueberry acreage expanding more than 15-fold over the past 15 years. Positioned at the crossroads of a privileged location and […]
Sysco GB shows off benefits of ‘Foodprint’ deal as it looks to lessen carbon footprint
Sysco GB, the UK’s top wholesaler to foodservice, has launched a partnership with Nutritics to introduce its “Foodprint” technology for Brakes customers. The deal will bring carbon labelling within the reach of thousands of food businesses across the UK. Foodprint, which has pioneered a fully automated Environmental Impact scoring system for hospitality and foodserve, lets […]
Aldi pushes price cuts on fresh produce even further in first quarter of 2024
Many of Aldi’s price cuts may seem nominal, but in truth, the discount retailer has lowered them by 7% on 25% of its fresh produce to start 2024. Those drops include more than 50 items, from berries, grapes, tomatoes and apples to its fresh salad range. “This year we’re aiming to cut more prices than […]
