All Consumers articles – Page 22
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NewsDenmark ranks first for organic purchases in the EU
Denmark outdoes other European countries including France, Germany and Italy when it comes to buying organic food, a trend highlighted at a recent event in Copenhagen organised by Made in Nature
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NewsNew farm shop ‘creates a destination’ for West Midlands shoppers
Birmingham Market traders Mark and Paul Tate want to capitalise on post-Covid changes to shopping behaviour among the over-65s
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NewsTargban says banana business remains stable and predictable
The banana industry faces climatic and market challenges but remains on a level footing, according to Rafał Bury of Polish importer, wholesaler and distributor Targban
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NewsNorth Carolina sweet potatoes strive to elevate EU position
The state’s Sweetpotato Commission has initiated research to understand opportunities in its key European export markets
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NewsDeliver 5-a-day to schools, Soil Association urges PM
Give kids access to fresh produce and stop ultra-processed foods hijacking their taste buds, campaigners warn Rishi Sunak in open letter
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NewsProduce Plus Summer out now
Sustainability takes centre stage as one of the key issues influencing the fresh produce industry, plus category spotlights on summer favourites stonefruit, mangoes and cherries
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NewsAldi on course for Christmas sales bonanza
The retailer expects more than half of UK households will eat at least one Aldi product this Christmas as more shoppers attracted by its low prices
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NewsIndia’s apple imports to increase as US retaliatory tariff lifts
USDA report forecasts apple imports to grow in 2023/24 due to domestic production challenges and increased US shipments
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NewsPink Lady backs up strong start to apple campaign with major media blitz
The start of the apple season has been highly promising for Pink Lady, with good sales growth across its main European markets and a communication plan set to reach millions of new consumers
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NewsChina’s apple and grape imports see decline
USDA report forecasts grape and apple imports to decrease in 2023/24 due to domestic competition and supply shortages
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NewsSPAR UK donates £250,000 to FareShare
Donation provides equivalent of one million meals to those struggling to afford food
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NewsGlobal Berry Congress: tough road ahead for berry suppliers
Expert speakers predict higher costs and a higher bar in terms of quality for the soft fruit sector during the leading annual event for the international berry business
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NewsCo-op hits eight-year membership high after price cuts
Convenience retailer now has five million active member owners following its biggest ever investment in convenience pricing
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NewsItalian packaging firms call for PPWR revision
The European Union’s ambitious plans to reduce packaging waste have been met with strong opposition among Italy’s plastic container suppliers
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NewsOrganics event explores secrets of Danish success
EU-backed campaign Made in Nature brings experts together for discussion about the potential for new growth in organic fruit and veg demand
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NewsMilbor’s berry focus pays off
The Polish packing and sorting specialist has the solutions to cater for the evolving needs of the berry business, says chief executive Piotr Milewski
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NewsRetailers back King’s project
Food industry firms have joined forces to support King Charles’ Coronation Food Project to distribute more surplus food to charity
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NewsConsumers keen on Polish blueberries
Dominika Kozarzewska of Polskie Jagody gives Fruitnet the lowdown on the Polish blueberry business as 2023 draws to a close
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NewsFresh Produce India returns to Mumbai
India’s premier fresh produce event is back in person in 2024, taking place on 21 March at the Trident Nariman Point Hotel
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News#GetFairAboutFarming petition hits 75,000
Over 75,000 shoppers sign petition urging the ‘Big Six’ supermarkets to treat UK farmers more fairly, yet retail chiefs stay silent