News from FPJ – Page 5
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NewsZespri forecasts strong returns for 2025/26 season
New Zealand kiwifruit marketer Zespri has released its first full forecast for the 2025/26 season, projecting record per hectare returns for most categories despite having to reallocate fruit from challenging Asian markets to stronger performing regions
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NewsEx-Defra secretary George Eustice joins Re-Genus
Firm specialises in regenerative solutions to help boost soil health
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NewsConsumers swap eating out for branded treats
High inflation has prompted consumers to reduce spend in restaurants while branded grocery items have out-performed own label during the last four weeks
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NewsEosta joins UK-led water conservation project in South Africa
Dutch organic distributor Eosta has officially committed to a UK-led water conservation initiative in South Africa’s Western Cape, focusing on restoring ecosystems and water security in this critical fruit-growing region
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NewsZespri welcomes EU approval for health claim for green kiwifruit
Green kiwifruit the first fresh fruit to achieve a health claim by the EU Commission, following more than 15 years of Zespri-led research
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NewsDP World reports 20 per cent revenue growth in H1 2025
Global logistics group DP World has announced a 20.4 per cent year-on-year revenue increase to US$11.24bn for the first half of 2025, with container volumes up 5.6 per cent despite ongoing disruptions in key shipping corridors
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NewsCenTax report says IHT reform could better protect working farms
Study looks in detail at impact of controversial inheritance tax changes
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NewsFivefold carbon-credit increase for DP World’s UK customers
Offer applies to customers enrolled in DP World’s Carbon Inset Programme
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NewsICL launches peat-reduced blocking substrate
Growing media supplier says new blocking substrate meets rising demand for low-peat products
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NewsJoya apples land at Sainsbury’s and Aldi
Brand drums up consumer interest in red-fleshed variety with multi-channel campaign including sampling activations in Manchester and London
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NewsPaul Kissack appointed permanent secretary at Defra
Kissack moves from role as group CEO of the Joseph Rowntree Foundation
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NewsBrazilian orange juice exporters face multimillion-dollar losses
Industry body says combined effect of tariffs and falling international prices could cost exporters US$536mn
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NewsDriscoll’s One Family, One Earth campaign wins marketing plaudits
Awards highlight Driscoll’s community investments and environmental sustainability initiatives
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NewsCanim Fruit & Veg takes over Sunnyfield Veg
Deal comes following retirement of Sunnyfield founder Ronny W.K Liu
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NewsTWC project aims to boost hospital sustainability and patient health
Dorset-based grower is pioneering a close relationship with the NHS
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NewsPotato grower diversifies into padel
A Yorkshire farmer has converted a potato warehouse into an indoor court for the world’s fastest growing sport after low returns prompt diversification
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NewsOFC invites applications for Inspiring Innovators 2026
Programme seeks to find big ideas that will help the farming sector thrive
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NewsCherry sales up 150 per cent at Ocado
Online retailer believes popularity for ‘retro’ cherry flavour has boosted fresh sales, while warm weather has led to bumper crops of berries and apricots
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NewsVertical Future in administration after losses widen
Ag-tech company that opened eight vertical farms across the UK has appointed administrators after heavy losses and failure to secure more funding
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NewsRSA apple and pear industry calls for urgent action at Port of Cape Town
Logistical problems are estimated to have cost the sector R1bn in 2024