Markets news from FPJ – Page 9
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ArticleOverseas farmers “could carry cost of weaker pound”, warns Fairtrade
Fairtrade Foundation raises concerns that sharp currency devaluation will result in costs being passed on to struggling producers and consumers, as well as derailing sustainability efforts
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ArticleHFSS ‘an exciting opportunity’ for nuts and dried fruit
Major supplier Besana believes new health legislation will strengthen the category and wants to be part of ‘mindshift change’ in food industry
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ArticleAldi opens new eco store
Discount retailer Aldi opens new ‘sustainable’ store in Warwickshire where it will trial environment-friendly shopping initiatives
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ArticleBritish apple season gets off to early start
British growers predict full year-round supply of UK apples thanks to good volumes and quality
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ArticleOn the way to grape cultivar consolidation
New generation of varieties aligns South Africa with world trends in table grapes
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Articleinnocent drinks hopes to wow kids with Blueberry Whizz
innocent drinks launches new smoothie Blueberry Whizz to help more children get essential fruit and nutrients into their diet
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ArticlePeru limbers up for new grape campaign
Peru poised to overtake Chile as leading global supplier as output continues to grow
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ArticleBritish GM tomato trials in US next year
The US has overhauled its approval process for genetically-modified products, opening the doors to British GM tomatoes
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ArticleChiquita renews partnership with Pink Ribbon campaign
Banana marketer continues its association with Breast Cancer Awareness Month during October with widespread promotions in stores and online
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ArticleGreenyard closes refinancing with banking group
Group says new agreement secures funding stability for the next five years and room for further growth
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ArticleSouth African table grape industry ready to bounce back
After a tough year there is a new resolve and confidence in the South African table grape sector ahead of 2023 season
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ArticleTru-Cape Marketing hits landmark
Record South African apple and pear harvest translates into milestone for leading exporter
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ArticleKissabel Rouge makes UK debut
The complete spectrum of red-fleshed Kissabel apples will be available in the UK for the first time this season as British-grown Kissabel Rouge makes market debut
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ArticleWrap calls for more action on consumption-based emissions
NGO says a greater focus on consumption-based emissions could save 800m tonnes of CO2 emissions by 2030
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ArticleTuber Group completes MyFresh deal
Fruit and veg supplier raises £4.8m to secure purchase of UK prepared produce business
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ArticleSharp fall in Spain’s July exports
Adverse weather hits production in Spain and leads to drop in export volume and value for July
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ArticleLidl sales soar as inflation bites
The discounter remains fastest growing grocery retailer in UK as consumers tighten belts, NielsenIQ finds
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ArticleIceland promotes produce in brain health campaign
Iceland Foods will promote fruit, veg and salads across all UK stores this month as part of a consumer initiative to help combat dementia
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ArticleCompanies sign vertical farming manifesto
More than 20 vertical farming companies have committed to a Vertical Farming Identity Statement and Industry Manifesto
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ArticleKeyGene seminar highlights benefits of DNA analysis in produce breeding
DNA analysis can boost efficiency in selecting favourable traits in the fruit sector, according to experts ahead of the KeyGene seminar