Markets news from FPJ – Page 19
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ArticleGCFP calls for fresh produce supply to be safeguarded
Report calls on policymakers to implement measures protecting the supply of affordable fresh produce to consumers and ensuring the viability of the sector
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Article‘Biggest UK presence yet at Fruit Logistica,’ says CHA
British produce companies will be out in force at the Fruit Logistica trade show in Berlin next month, says trade association CHA
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ArticleFairtrade risk map identifies human rights and environmental dangers
Map helps producers around the world build effective responses to greatest supply chain risks in collaboration with farmers and workers
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ArticleNCGM enters partnership to educate next generation of chefs
Collaboration with Westminster Kingsway College aims to educate culinary students in seasonal produce
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Article‘Bolster vegan diet with prunes,’ says expert
Prunes offer bone boost for vegetarians and vegans, California Prune brand nutritionist reveals
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ArticleBerryWorld reaches 1m-meal milestone with FareShare
The berry group has supplied equivalent of 1 million healthy meals to those in need via FareShare
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ArticleAsda merger worries GMB union
Asda merger talks prompt GMB trade union calls for extended competition and markets authority powers
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ArticleFrench apple growers uproot trees in protest
Apple growers in France say they need an additional €0.20 per kilogram to save the country’s orchards, as the impact of increased costs bites hard
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ArticleWhite ‘Florida Pearl’ strawberries cause a stir
Distinctive variety owned by Emco Cal receives mixed reaction on social media following launch at M&S
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ArticleOrchard House collapse prompts calls for price reset in prepared fruit
Industry figures call for higher prices and fairer margins as Orchard House Foods enters administration
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ArticleIGD forecasts global retail trends
Improving supply chain efficiency and delivering value are some of the key trends expected in 2023
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ArticleAldi gives warehouse staff New Year pay rise
Discount retailer Aldi is upping salaries of its warehouse staff from February 2023
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ArticleDriscoll’s berries scoop taste awards
Driscoll’s berry varieties awarded for superior taste by International Taste Institute
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ArticleNationwide Produce certified as Great Place to Work
Supplier says positive results from anonymous employee survey highlight the company’s commitment to putting its people first
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ArticleFresh Direct takes on new MD
Andy Pembroke takes the reins at Sysco-owned UK fresh produce foodservice supplier Fresh Direct
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ArticleSA Sultanas pitched as healthy new-year option
With diets and meat-free resolutions plentiful at the start of 2023, Raisins SA is suggesting consumers make a healthy choice
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ArticleProctor & Associates says Lidl case is ‘tip of the iceberg’
Company CEO Deane Proctor says suppliers are still afraid to bring claims against retailers, as he prepares to sue Lidl for £2.6m
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ArticleSainsbury’s in Just Eat tie-up
The supermarket and food delivery platform have joined forces to provide Sainsbury’s customers with on-demand delivery in 30 minutes from 175 stores nationwide
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ArticleBritish berry volumes ‘could shrink if returns don’t improve’
British Berry Growers complains of widening inflation gap between retailers and growers, and calls on supermarkets to pay “fair and reasonable price”
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ArticleFood sales deliver financial boost
A surge in grocery spend in final week of December helped boost supermarket results, Nielsen reports