All Consumers articles
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ArticleGander and Snappy Shopper initiative gathers pace
Two tech firms have joined forces to help cut convenience-store-customer grocery-bills and reduce food waste
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ArticleBrexit border checks will start from 30 April
The government has denied reports that post-Brexit checks on EU goods “won’t be ‘turned on’” from the end of the month
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NewsHortgro champions South African stonefruit in US
Industry body looks to ignite winter stonefruit demand in the US through consumer promotions
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ArticleLooye intent on meeting the highest taste expectations
The high price point of Dutch producer Looye Kwekers’ premium tomatoes raises expectations, but the company’s commitment to delivering the best taste means consumers should never be disappointed
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ArticleDefra delays post-Brexit border checks
UK government postpones start of physical checks on EU food imports for sixth time to avoid “serious disruption” at the border, according to report
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ArticleUnite warns of empty shelves at Morrisons
The union says Morrisons’ logistics workers in Cheshire and Wakefield could strike over pensions, leaving store shelves empty
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NewsAvocados from Mexico launches Cinco de Mayo campaign
Campaign looks to tap into increased interest in the fruit around the Cinco de Mayo celebration
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AnalysisFruit Logistica: Avocados – the state of the market and data for optimised marketing
Dr Hans-Christoph Behr and Antonio Lizano studied avocado production, trade and more on day three of Fruit Logistica in Berlin
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NewsEuropean fresh produce consumption decreases
The latest edition of Freshfel’s Consumption Monitor shows that Europe is falling well short of the minimum recommendation of 400g per day/capita of fresh fruit and vegetables
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ArticleSPAR South West teams up with FareShare
The food retailer is partnering with FareShare to cut waste and fight hunger in the South West
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ArticleUS blueberry market exhibits strong growth
Kasey Cronquist, president USHBC and NABC, tells Fruitnet that US production volumes will remain stable this year, with pricing and demand favourable
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AnalysisFruit Logistica: Everything in check – How can suppliers continue to reach the UK market?
This Logistics Hub session focused on the impact of new legislation on the UK business and those looking to supply it
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ArticleGlobal Tomato Congress brings category together in The Hague
Next month’s Global Tomato Congress shows the importance of specialists from across the supply chain coming together and sharing insights, research and fresh ideas for the benefit of the entire category
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PodcastsFruitbox 104 · Chris Mack, Fresca Group
Chris Mack of Fresca, one of the oldest established fresh produce businesses in the UK, speaks about the past, present and future of the industry
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ArticleEye-tracking software clocks loose produce shop
Eye-tracking tech is being used to measure loose produce purchases in Waitrose trial
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ArticleIndependent Review of the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct releases interim report
Supermarkets could face fines of up to A$10m for undercutting suppliers under new recommendations made in a review of the Australian Food and Grocery Code
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ArticleExciting times for tomatoes
Ruud Kaagman, Syngenta Vegetable Seeds global crop unit head tomato, tells Fruitnet that the category continues to innovate, evolve and grow despite the challenge of ToBRFV
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VideoThe Power of Branding, Episode 3
Episode Three is all about how fresh produce brands can use social media to make meaningful connections with consumers and drive sales
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AnalysisFruit Logistica: Climate change – new paths and new opportunities
This Fresh Produce Forum session looked at the numerous opportunities to adapt and optimise solutions across the business in the face of climate change
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ArticleProduce Plus Autumn out now
Technology special includes the latest innovations delivering value, plus keynote interviews with Redland and Tripod Farmers and features on apples & pears and seeds & crop care