Is there a more valuable fresh produce player than the retail merchandiser?
What makes a good merchandiser at retail? There are several opinions that vary by experience and perception. Upper management says a good merchandiser is one who generates sales and profit projections, plus controls cost. In the produce world, the definition of a good merchandiser is considerably different, although it does contain parts of what upper […]
Freshfel worries that proposed pre-cut produce marketing standards will raise prices
Freshfel Europe has warned the European Commission (EC) of the far-reaching implications of its draft proposal on marketing standards for pre-cut fruit and vegetables. The association is urging the EC to withdraw or amend specific parts of its draft proposal that will impact competitiveness, raise prices, and impact the consumption of convenience fresh produce. The document […]
Freshfel Europe’s EU Consumption Monitor: We Must Build Value in Produce
The average daily consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables in Europe remains well below the recommended minimum of 400 grams (14 ounces) per person per day. Despite a positive momentum for consumption growth, several barriers remain, severely impacting the move toward a healthier and more sustainable diet for European consumers. In the latest edition of […]
Macfrut 2023: New vertical farming structure from Italian firm could be game-changer
Vertical farming has been around for a while in multiple forms for a variety of different products. With efficient use of space and water, this modality is aimed at growing as many plants as possible in a sustainable way, the main priority for the global agriculture industry today. Some vertical structures, like the one presented […]
Sainsbury’s pushes out 12 fully electric vans to handle deliveries for superstore
Rival supermarkets Waitrose and Tesco both made headlines late last year for use of fully electric-powered lorries to handle deliveries in some areas. As these chains clamor for solutions to achieve net zero by 2035, a new grocer has embraced the EV craze. Sainsbury’s announced this week it is now using a fully electric fleet […]
Global avocado market still booming but must continue to evolve
The outlook for avocado production and consumption is expected to be strong over the coming years, although not without challenges, according to a new report from financial service company Rabobank. With the release of its annual World Avocado Trade Map, Rabobank notes that competition will rise and that pressure will grow on operators to be […]
UK’s Nationwide Produce goes green with transformational expansion in Evesham
Nationwide Produce has been in business for nearly 50 years, helping both supply and serve customers through fresh fruit and vegetable growing, packing, shipping and much more. In fact, it prides itself on this tagline: “We do just about everything in fresh produce.” Known previously as Bernard O’Malley & Sons and operating out of Lancashire, […]
Ecuador embassy in Netherlands eager to connect suppliers with buyers at 2 key events
Ecuador’s embassy in the Netherlands has planned a series of events this month to help bolster ties between its suppliers and buyers in the UK and Europe. Juan Carlos Yépez Franco, the former head of commercial at Ecuador’s embassy in the UK, has moved into a similar role in The Hague and will be heading […]
