All articles by Michael Barker
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NewsEquifruit once again named one of Canada’s fastest-growing companies
Women-owned B Corp continues to shake up the banana category and secure new retail customers
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NewsCMI expands Gem pear availability
Variety offers eatability at every stage from tree to home ripening
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NewsBerries’ big Asian opportunity
It may not be easy succeeding at berry production in Asia, but as the Asiafruit Knowledge Centre heard, big rewards await for those that achieve it
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NewsVoluntary charter imminent as Global Coalition seeks solutions to shipping issues
At the Asiafruit Knowledge Centre in Hong Kong, industry leaders discussed what a voluntary charter for fresh produce transportation could look like
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NewsNew Washington apple business Linda Fruit launched
Sister company of Crunch Pak will focus on premium quality and creating new opportunities for crops
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NewsLipman acquires Phoenix fresh-cut firm Farm Fresh
Acquisition is Lipman’s second western-US purchase in recent months
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NewsNew US-Canada tariffs add uncertainty for traders
While fresh produce has not yet been directly caught up in tariffs, the situation is stressful for suppliers on both sides of the border
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NewsAsia Fruit Logistica 2026 exhibitor preview: Americas
Across North and South America, producers are eyeing up opportunities to sell their fresh produce and services into the Asian markets, with new varieties and technologies set to be in the spotlight in Hong Kong
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FeaturesBoosting Californian grapes
Nomi Karniel-Padan, commercial director at Grapa, explains how the company’s new varietal development is offering enticing options for California’s grape growers
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FeaturesEarly and balanced supply bodes well for NW cherries
Key North American cherry-producing regions report optimistic outlook for the 2026 export season
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NewsSupplier partnerships ‘at heart of Sainsbury’s strategy’
Category director Hannah O’Reilly tells Festival of Fresh how retailer values long-term working
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NewsBrand refresh for CMI’s Nature’s Candy cherries
New look features bolder colours and contemporary design to highlight premium quality
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NewsBrits hunt for deals amid Middle East uncertainty
Proportion of spend on promotions stands at 31 per cent as it continues its longstanding rise
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NewsPrecision crop tech ‘could bring many benefits’ to Wales
Potato farmer and NFU Cymru hort chair Tom Rees explains why Welsh politicians must back the technology
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NewsM&S plays its part in innovative surplus food project
Alliance Food Sourcing collaboration hopes to provide 30mn meals a year by 2028
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NewsCompany Shop passes 1bn redistribution milestone
Retail business helps reduce waste and offer affordable groceries to the public
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NewsBritish asparagus season officially begins
Growers report high-quality crop despite the rain at the start of the year
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FeaturesCherry Blossom Festival builds excitement as Picota season approaches
Michael Barker reports on the latest efforts to market Picota cherries and celebrate the beauty of Spain’s Jerte Valley
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NewsLogistics industry seeks government support over Iran inflation
Logistics UK wants to see a range of measures from the Chancellor
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NewsGroceries Code compliance issues see small increase
Waitrose is again deemed to be the most compliant retailer in GCA survey