Strange-looking celeriac becoming huge hit in kitchens, UK restaurants
That odd, gnarly-looking vegetable that almost doesn’t look edible is catching the eyes of foodies and chefs across the UK. Celeriac, which is a close relative to celery but without its look or its flavour – both sweet and nutty to the palette – is seeing unprecedented demand in supermarkets such as Tesco. In fact, […]
Aldi’s sales, market share rise again and it is looking for more
Most of the British supermarket chains saw increased sales during the 12-week period to 19 February, but one of them continues to make more of a splash than the rest. Aldi eclipsed its previous benchmark for market share against competitors and now stands at 9.4%, firmly in fourth place behind juggernaut Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Asda. […]
Waitrose cuts already-reduced items, including produce, to help struggling shoppers
As new data from Kantar revealed the struggles of British consumers to fight off inflation, Waitrose joined its competitors in slashing prices, including reducing items that were already on sale. Putting what it says is a £100m investment to “lower prices on hundreds of everyday favourite products,” Waitrose has trimmed some items by a further […]
Grocery price inflation in UK tops 17%, stunning even Kantar analysts
Just when it seemed British supermarket consumers were making slight gains against inflation, new data released by Kantar Worldpanel shows they are not. In fact, their positions are worse than ever. Kantar revealed that in the month leading up to 19th February, grocery price inflation soared to a staggering 17.1%, the largest its analysts say […]
MPs chide Secretary of State for failure to ‘heed warnings’ over food shortages in supermarkets
Several supermarket chains in the UK have been limiting the purchase of some fruits and vegetables because of supply chain shortages, and that led to a recent showdown between members of Parliament and Secretary of State Dr Therese Coffey over what could be more dire patterns in the future. Several media outlets, including The Guardian, […]
Tesco’s full network of UK growers achieve LEAF Marque standard
All of Tesco’s UK-based fruit and vegetable growers are LEAF-Marque certified, setting a high bar on sustainability that should carry through for generations. The nearly 500 growers have committed to strong climate standards that include ensuring soil health, limiting carbon emissions and preventing deforestation. In addition, they’ve fostered biodiversity across their farms. “Reaching this significant […]
Sainsbury’s £2 ‘Don’t Waste Me’ fruit and veg boxes are hit with customers
‘Taste Me, Don’t Waste Me’ is the cleverly titled initiative launched by retailer Sainsbury’s to both cut down on food waste and keep Brits eating healthy, but can it work? Judging from consumer response, the answer is yes. The scheme features £2 fruit and vegetable boxes that are available in more than 200 of the […]
Avocado Industry Can Lead Sustainability on a World Stage, Says World Avocado Congress Keynote
Renowned sustainable business leader and entrepreneur Florence Van Dyke walks the talk when it comes to demonstrating sustainable leadership. As a keynote speaker at the upcoming World Avocado Congress, Van Dyke will address the future of food, climate change and where New Zealand can show leadership on the world stage. As Head of Sustainability at New Zealand’s international […]
