All articles by Michael Barker – Page 128
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ArticleFresh drives record year for NI Spar owner
Henderson Group says fresh food was key to strong turnover and volume growth across its symbol brands in Northern Ireland
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AnalysisLabour supply: A ticking timebomb?
Exacerbated by Brexit, the industry’s labour pains are becoming more apparent by the week, but what can be done to ease the pressure?
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ArticleTesco asparagus hits stores three weeks early
Suffolk-grown Jubilee reaches stores at the end of March after prolonged sunshine brought the crop forward
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ArticlePetition mounts case against plastic packaging
30,000 signatories join fight against use of plastic in fruit and veg retailing, but packaging industry give petition short shrift
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ArticleNew owner for Kent Crisps
Laura Bounds, who has spent most of her career in fresh produce, becomes one of the youngest female snack owners in the UK
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ArticleFood prices continue to rise
Kantar Worldpanel figures show grocery market inflation, with more predicted to come
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ArticleLCT secures Tilbury-Amsterdam deal
London Container Terminal agrees four-year deal, with new, larger vessel slated to make first call this week
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ArticleNew flower market opens at NCGM
Opening sees relocation of 21 traders in the latest phase of the New Covent Garden redevelopment project
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ArticleFirst English raspberries reach Waitrose
Berry Jewel raspberries, grown by Harry Hall, set to launch in retailer's premium range this weekend
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ArticleNew service promises faster UK-NZ trade
Port of Tilbury will receive Seatrade Blue reefers, slashing journey times for fresh produce from New Zealand and America
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ArticleSecond Veggie Pret to open next week
Shoreditch outlet will feature 20 new vegetarian lines, as the company continues to experiment with new healthier options
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ArticlePink Lady's Co-op packaging boost
Co-op switches to branded packaging in stores, as well as introducing a new format aimed at reducing waste
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AnalysisLabour: A ticking timebomb?
As the UK officially triggers Brexit, the industry's labour pains are becoming more apparent. But what can be done?
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ArticleMorrisons shortens payment terms
Smaller suppliers with contracts under £100,000 set to benefit from payments within two weeks
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ArticleTrade bodies outline Brexit wishlist
BRC, NFU and FDF write joint letter to key government departments stressing the importance of a good deal for industry
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ArticleNew system promises greater transparency for RA
Rainforest Alliance signs up with software provider to create a new integrated supply chain traceability system
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ArticleHospitals 'failing' on healthy food
Campaigners say findings of London-based report underline need for legislation to ensure fresh, healthy food is served
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ArticleLearn about Customer 4.0 at FPJ Live
Three prominent marketing and branding experts will lead a unique marketing masterclass, with business advice on getting ahead
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ArticleWarmer weather boosts Waitrose fruit sales
Retailer reports a number of fruit lines see significant sales uplifts in the last fortnight, compared to the year before
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ArticleWard: 'Opportunities around Brexit'
British Growers chief executive believes producers have the opportunity to increase market share after the UK's EU exit