Sainsbury’s latest data shows shoppers spending more on fresh
According to a new report released by supermarket chain Sainsbury’s, British consumers leaned in on more healthy eating … while taking the time to indulge a bit on special occasions. Sainsbury’s says more than six billion portions of fruits and vegetables were purchased alone from its Nectar points shoppers, including an astounding 375 million servings […]
M&S, Lidl and Aldi were biggest winners during festive period
After a challenging 2020, the supermarket making the most headway during the festive period in 2021 and making a stunning comeback was M&S. According to data from NielsenIQ, it saw sales grow 9.4% in the final quarter of the year. Only two other UK retailers saw positive gains across the same 12-week period compared with […]
Research and Analysis: Fresh Produce Has Marketing Challenges
Originally printed in the November 2021 issue of Produce Business. The issue of fresh produce branding is an important one. It is, however, different from the typical analysis of branding in most of the supermarket. What is the key difference? Simple… retailers generally only carry one brand at a time of each fresh produce item. In […]
25 years, 25 projects, 27 columns … and still running
In November 1996 – a little more than 25 years ago – I set my first steps in what became a lifelong passion: creativity in fresh produce. And what a journey it has been! To celebrate the many blessings that the world of fresh produce has given me, I have decided to commit as much […]
Consumers, Grapes and Gene Editing: Cornell’s Rickard Sheds Light On Latest Research
Brad Rickard has an inquisitive mind and a generous heart. He has presented with us in numerous venues and always left the audience thinking: Cornell Professor Brad RickardReturns To London To Unveil New Study: QUANTITY, VALUE AND DIVERSITY —The 10-Year Evolution Of Consumer Purchase Preferences For Packaged Produce Can Labeling Impact Food Waste?Is Zero Waste […]
UK government grants relief on labour shortage, but is it enough?
British ministers extended some relief to agriculture and the fresh produce industry by allowing to temporary workers to remain in the UK through 2024, though it will begin putting limits on the “reliance on foreign labour.” Affected by Brexit and COVID-19, worker shortages led to food waste and delivery issues in 2019 and early on […]
Aldi UK plans to increase suppliers by 100 in new year
As Aldi moves to add to its growing base of supermarkets in the UK in 2022, it is also looking to add farmers and growers to keep the chain running smoothly. The discount retailer is hoping to add more than 100 British suppliers in the coming year, saying it wants to increase the amount of […]
Tesco sees power in moving produce by rail while saving on emissions
Through the end of the year, Tesco is moving fresh fruits and vegetables by refrigerated rail seven days a week under a new agreement with Direct Rail Services. The service, which started just prior to Christmas, marks the first time the retailer has transported via refrigerated freight using British railways. Brussels sprouts, parsnips, carrots, onions […]
