Markets news from FPJ – Page 6
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NewsChefs want prepped produce, new wholesaler report reveals
UK hospitality sector seeks pre-prepared fruit and veg from wholesale markets to ease labour crisis
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NewsUK border ‘most expensive and least efficient’, FPC warns
Nigel Jenney joins other industry experts in telling cross-party EFRA Committee that UK post-Brexit border system is broken
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NewsFood banks ‘forced to dispose of retailer food waste’
New research by environmental charity exposes stark reality of food redistribution in the UK
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NewsDole launches Exotic Selection Ataulfo mango across EMEA
Group says the mango offers “an unparalleled balance of sweetness and creaminess” to global and pan-European supply chains
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NewsNew grape marketing group to address demand shortfall
Frutas de Chile marketing director describes current situation as “unsustainable”
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NewsRedPop apples set to double production by 2028
Italian marketer Vog says it sees excellent opportunities for snack apple brand in Europe and Asia
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NewsFyffes recognised for environmental sustainability contribution
Group wins the ‘Sustainable Project of the Year: Agrifood’ 2025 award at the PwC Business Post Sustainable Business Awards in Dublin
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NewsBTGA gears up for British Tomato Fortnight
The UK’s annual domestic tomato campaign is set to reach consumers of all ages
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NewsFire destroys Milan fruit and veg wholesaler’s premises
Three buildings at the Ortomercato Milano were consumed by flames during the early hours of 20 March, according to reports
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FeaturesVideo: VOG homes in on the range to grow demand
Head of marketing Hannes Tauber explains why success in the apple market means offering consumers a broad range of different products
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NewsMajority of Gen Z in UK ‘missing daily fruit and veg target’
New research from Picadeli reveals that 86 per cent of adults aged 18-29 are failing to reach the World Health Organisation’s recommended daily fresh produce intake
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NewsA sign of things to come for South African trade?
There is an increasing realisation that trade relations around the world are changing, and participation in AGOA could be nearing an end
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NewsEFRA urges Westminster to protect farmer income
Government must do more to protect farmer income and preserve fairness in UK supply chain, says House of Commons committee
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NewsGovernment policy threatens domestic production, BAPL warns
Incoming wage cost hikes and future inheritance tax changes are damaging domestic production and will hurt consumers, according to apple and pear growers
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NewsFresh Direct and City Harvest celebrate one million meals
The major milestone was announced during Food Waste Week, which is taking place on 17-23 March in the UK
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NewsFPC calls for halt to plant health fee hikes
Fresh Produce Consortium CEO takes centre stage at IFE and calls for government to pause plant health fee hike
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NewsNFU Education sets new ‘live lessons’ record
NFU Education Live Lessons inspire almost half a million schoolchildren to learn about farming during British Science Week 2025
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FeaturesSouth African citrus still well-positioned for growth
Country’s Citrus Summit highlights market access and logistical challenges as priorities
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NewsAldi marks Food Action Waste Week with two-pronged campaign
Aldi gives shoppers chance to win a year’s supply of Too Good to Go Surprise Bags and teams up with Lagomchef in its bid to cut food waste
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FeaturesBerry business bursting with potential
Fruitnet Berry Congress hears how there’s plenty of room for growth in the category – but better marketing is key