Analysis from FPJ – Page 6
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Is the fresh-cut sector prepared for Brexit?
With Southern Salads blaming Brexit for going under last month, is there something about prepared produce that has left its operators particularly vulnerable since last year’s referendum?
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Where do families buy their fruit and veg?
Chris Cowan, consumer insight director at Kantar Worldpanel, examines the buying habits of adults with kids
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Opinion: Post-Brexit tariffs could boost trade
The UK could remove protectionist tariffs on South African citrus imports once it leaves the UK, writes Justin Chadwick
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Opinion: Bridging the gap to consumers is vital
Even suppliers of commodity fresh produce items must work to understand consumer needs, writes Tunde Daczo
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Opinion: Healthy cynicism at US food offering
Amy Cross writes home about the price of produce in the US and why American retailers offer more loose formats
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Analysis: The Big 50 Products 2017
Retail prices may be rising at last but Brexit has brought currency volatility and concerns of an impending labour crisis
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Can organics seize the day?
Comment: Michael Barker joins calls for a year-round campaign to help supercharge organic sales and match US levels
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How to stay ahead of the veg pack
Special report: As European greenhouse vegetable suppliers look to consolidate, new potential strategies are emerging
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Opinion: Supply chain should help change diets
The food supply chain needs to play its part if diets are to change, writes Borough Market MD Darren Henaghan
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Fresh produce: Online, but is it on track?
Chris Cowan, consumer insight director at Kantar Worldpanel, on the growth of the online channel for fresh produce
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Opinion: The British brand must mean something
Michael Bennett, managing director at Pelican Communications, on why it's not enough just to slap a Union Jack on packs
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Opinion: How to get more women in produce
Frank maternity discussions could see a better process for women returning to work and gaining senior roles, writes Jo Phillips, director of JW European
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Analysis: Tasting the difference
Sainsbury’s is currently undertaking a huge review that is reverberating throughout its supply base
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Labour supply: A ticking timebomb?
Exacerbated by Brexit, the industry’s labour pains are becoming more apparent by the week, but what can be done to ease the pressure?
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Honeyberries: Are they the fifth berry?
Higher prices, lower costs and less competition may tempt northern growers into honeyberries, according to speakers at the Global Berry Congress
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Labour: A ticking timebomb?
As the UK officially triggers Brexit, the industry's labour pains are becoming more apparent. But what can be done?
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City Food Lecture highlights risks of supply
Garry Moseley, who heads the food and drink team at Arthur J Gallagher, highlights key messages from last week’s City Food Lecture
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Supply chain to build or dilute brand equity?
Tunde Daczo, managing director at Storm Strategy, on why supply chain capabilities are critical to marketing success
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Opinion: Retail and foodservice are 'converging'
The food to go aisle in many retailers is starting to 'mimic' the eating out experience, writes Professor David Hughes
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Opinion: We need legislation to protect from price war
Below-cost selling and deflation is leading to the demise of the produce business, writes Patrick Farrell of the Irish Farmers’ Association