Markets news from FPJ – Page 17
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P&O Ferries teams up with Finnlines to boost Belgium-UK trade
P&O Ferries to strengthen key trade link between Belgium and the UK with new sailings
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Shortages force retailers to ration fresh produce
UK supermarkets are rationing fresh fruit and vegetables in stores as crop shortages leave shelves empty
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PML calls for ‘action not words’ on airfreight handling charges
PML boss Mike Parr slams sky-high airport handling costs and urges government to introduce cap on charges for handling fresh produce
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UK organic market withstands pressures
The UK organic market showed its resilience in 2022, recording positive growth in spite of the challenging environment, according to Soil Association Certification
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Major tomato shortages as Morocco faces ‘perfect storm’
Flooding, cold temperatures and cancelled ferries have caused significant supply problems in Moroccan tomatoes, according to importers
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Aldi opens more stores to meet customer demand
Aldi to create more than 6,000 jobs in the UK this year with new store openings as cash-strapped consumers flock to the discounter
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WCO discusses market developments
The World Citrus Organisation exchanged on consumption trends and market evolution at Fruit Logistica
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Gary Marshall calls for major industry rethink
NCGM wholesaler says supply chains need to place more value on fresh produce and “develop a collective sense of realism” as the trade contends with supply shortages and astronomical spot prices
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Fresh produce probe in South Africa
South Africa is known as an important international supplier of fresh produce, but it also has a large local consumer market
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Weather volatility is 'wiping the floor' with inflation
Extreme weather events are principal cause of industry’s chronic supply shortages and sky-high spot prices, according to Tim O’Malley of Nationwide Produce
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NielsenIQ appoints new European head
The global consumer and retail measurement company has appointed Emilie Darolles as western European managing director
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Fruit Logistica 2023 comes to a successful conclusion
Over 60,000 trade visitors descended on Berlin last week for a truly international fresh produce event
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Sysco’s new electric lorry highlights climate crisis
Foodservice giant Sysco issues call for industry to work together to tackle climate change at launch of its new ‘Climate Stripes’ electric vehicle
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Fairtrade results in better pay, says study
Fairtrade marque has positive economic impact on East African flower workers, new study reveals
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South African stonefruit ‘back on track’
Exporters say they are in a stronger position following the resolution of port strikes in October
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Sakata unveils Purple Magic broccoli
Breeder launches eye-catching purple-stemmed variety aimed at boosting vegetable’s health credentials
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Strikes add to importer woes
Strikes and transport costs meant dismal December for UK shippers, new figures show
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Del Monte expands single-serve banana distribution
Group looks to address food waste and take advantage of the on-the-go snacking trend in Europe
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ETTDT returns for fifth year
Veg Power and ITV’s Eat Them to Defeat Them campaign to get kids to eat veg returns to UK screens and schools for fifth consecutive year
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Central Co-op extends member prices
Members of retail cooperative Central Co-op will benefit from reduced food prices on over 100 products until Easter