All Convenience articles
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AnalysisIs the divide in the tomato market destined to widen?
As economic, environmental and societal challenges coalesce, some in the tomato business foresee the increasing commoditisation of fresh tomatoes, despite the continued success of premium varieties
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NewsBananas “confirmed as Europe’s favourite fruit” in Fyffes survey
New European-wide consumer research by Fyffes confirms bananas maintain their position as the continent’s most popular fruit, with 89 per cent of consumers having eaten them in the past four weeks
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NewsFuture of tomatoes in the spotlight in Malaga
Tomato experts gathered in the Spanish city of Malaga this week for Fruitnet Tomato Congress, a two-day event highlighting the big future challenges facing the category, as well as the opportunities and solutions for businesses
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FeaturesNaturitalia sees strong growth potential for fresh-cut
Major Italian cooperative says its expanded partnership with Patfrut near Bologna should help it meet increasing demand from horeca and processors
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NewsDel Monte’s fruit-selling robot rolls into France
Automated banana and pineapple unit forms part of marketer’s new in-store promotion at branch of Intermarché near Paris
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PodcastsMailbag: Vertical farming, food surplus and EAT-Lancet
In the latest episode of the FPJ podcast, Nina Pullman and Michael Barker answer listener questions, plus Michael meets sitcom star and US Tiffani Thiessen
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NewsIGD identifies seven key retail trends for 2026
Market analyst IGD has unveiled seven pivotal trends set to shape the global food and grocery retail landscape in 2026, from cybersecurity priorities to AI-driven innovation and sustainability initiatives
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NewsThe robot from Del Monte says ‘buy my bananas’
Marketer confirms it is trialling automated merchandising units in three Chicago supermarkets to encourage shoppers to select its fruit
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NewsBranston boosts volume in Nemo roasting variety
Producer will supply Tesco with 87 per cent more of the fast-cooking roasting variety this season amid strong demand
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NewsOnline sales return to Covid-era levels
Sales of online shopping at the supermarkets have risen by 12 per cent in the last four weeks, reaching highest share since March 2022
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NewsRockit under pressure as New Zealand grower enters administration
The premium apple brand’s growers have struggled lately to secure good enough margins as supply chain costs have risen
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NewsFruitist unveils Go Berry blueberry campaign
Premium supplier keen to open up new sales channels across Europe for its convenient snack pots
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NewsSanLucar scores Borussia Mönchengladbach supply deal
Fruit and vegetable brand announces four-year deal to supply the club with fresh produce and promote healthy nutrition
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NewsMigo targets European expansion with ‘exceptional’ pear harvest quality
Variety owner EFC plans to expand its marketing campaign across Europe this autumn, underlining the product’s convenience and flavour
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NewsVog launches Marlene processed range as it marks 80th anniversary
As market demand continues to evolve, Italian apple consortium has launched a new range of branded products including purées, juice and dried chips
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PodcastsApples, pears and Amazon’s next move
In the latest episode of FPJ’s podcast, retail expert Karen Green joins Nina Pullman to digest news of Amazon Fresh’s closure in the UK. Plus: UK apple and pear season kicks off
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NewsGlobal snack market reaches US$693bn in retail sales
The global snack market has reached US$693bn in retail sales in 2024, with savoury snacks maintaining their position as the leading category despite economic challenges and shifting consumer preferences
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CommentAmazon Fresh store closures call checkout-free tech into question
Comment: Amazon Fresh project demonstrates how rushing into checkout-free technologies without robust testing can be costly and operationally challenging
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NewsNew Riverford campaign celebrates freshness and farmers
‘So Fresh It’s Still in the Soil’ dramatises the care, humour and passion of organic veg box supplier’s growers and pickers
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NewsAmazon to shut all ‘Fresh’ stores in UK
Retailer will close its 19 till-free stores in London, with plans to focus on online grocery deliveries instead