News updates for the UK fresh produce business.
PGRO has launched a new tool designed predict the optimum harvest time for UK vining peas
Warming climate means more stonefruit is being grown in the UK
Supermarket ups its targets and asks suppliers to play their part
Bill aims to guarantee 50 per cent of public food procurement comes from British suppliers
Aldi has donated 2.5m meals through surplus food redistributor Company Shop Group
Early delays in shipping have not dampened optimism for the South African avocado season
The discounter is making meal planning easier for customers with refreshed recipe hub
Logistics advisory Global 78 is searching for more businesses to get involved in research to understand how the fruit and vegetable sector can trade most effectively post-Brexit
(Re)Generation Fruit, a Blue Whale-led consortium in France, is seeking to support the ecological transition of the sector while providing vital economic resilience for its growers
Farmers can now submit claims under Countryside Stewardship and Environmental Stewardship schemes
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Deal aims to develop both green and digital shipping corridors
Two new reviews will look into improving public food access and fairer labelling
10-point plan outlines actions to support growers ahead of general election
The growing impact of climate change and soaring production costs mean urgent action to address unsustainable banana prices is essential, according to Fairtrade Foundation
United Nations economist predicts price increases for consumers as temperature rises make it harder to protect existing production
Collaboration will highlight benefits of prunes to good bone health
High prices caused by limited global supply allowed exporters to partially offset losses, but not enough to compensate for the drop in production
Record NFU Cymru response signals ‘major overhaul needed’ to Sustainable Farming Scheme proposals
New post-Brexit border controls will jeopardise food supply chain and increase food prices, warns UK Cold Chain Federation
World’s biggest fruit and vegetable supplier commits to take part in projects that promote gender equality and female empowerment across the entire industry