News from FPJ – Page 98
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NewsParsnip sales bounce back
From zero to hero: fresh parsnips enjoy 2023 sales resurgence, Kantar figures show
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NewsRetailers ‘not profiteering’ over high prices
CMA review says retailer margins and profits have reduced, but stresses changes are needed to unit pricing
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NewsBritish Growers unveils carrot symposium speakers
Speakers announced for the third International Symposium on Carrot and Other Apiaceae in York this October
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NewsItalian apple producers demand GlobalGAP ‘simplification’
Discussions around new standards that will be compulsory from 1 January 2024 have taken place in Trentino-South Tyrol
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NewsFresh Direct partners with Fischer Farms
The UK foodservice supplier has teamed up with vertical farming pioneers to boost supply chain sustainability
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NewsScale up free school meals, says Jamie Oliver
The celebrity chef also calls for every school-leaver to know how to cook 10 dishes and government action to combat junk food advertising
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NewsNorth Wales VF project extended
Anglesey vertical farming project is extended after success helping fresh produce growers
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NewsUK consumers overlook “cheap” carrots
Ultra-low pricing hasn’t translated into higher 2022-23 UK carrot sales, despite cash-strapped consumers seeking bargains
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NewsChiquita keeps its London bus campaign on the road
Now in its ninth year, the promotional vehicle continues to drive the group’s sustainability message
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NewsTwo South African categories predict export drop
The country’s avocado and citrus export volumes will be down on previous estimations, according to new figures
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NewsFull scope of Western Cape flood damage still unknown
South Africa’s Citrus Growers’ Association (CGA) asks for swift disaster declaration to help Western Cape citrus growers after floods
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NewsETTDT gets kids eating more veg
Five-year evaluation confirms 53 per cent of parents reported increased veg consumption with repeat campaign involvement
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NewsUK and Turkey to broker new FTA
The two nations today agreed to start talks on a new bi-lateral trade deal
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NewsFood price inflation continues to fall
Increased promotions and lower prices are behind biggest fall in four months
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NewsNew vegan recipes released to mark start of Picota cherry campaign
Picota variety boasts a uniquely fleshy and crunchy texture as well as a longer shelf life than other cherry varieties
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NewsM&S footie tie-up promotes healthy eating
Fresh produce will be to the fore in the retailer’s Follow the Flower summer campaign
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NewsWebfleet helps Riverford reach EV goals
The organic veg box company is using Webfleet’s management solution to maximise the efficiency of its electric vans
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NewsFruit Logistica 2024 exhibitor bookings close on 31 July
Less than three weeks remain to reserve stand space at the Berlin event, which remains the ‘heartbeat of the fresh produce business’
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NewsFischer Farms trials vertically grown berries
Trials of vertically farmed strawberries are underway at the group’s research and development farm in Litchfield
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NewsHugh Lowe Farms buys premium salad grower LJ Betts
Major Kent berry producer acquires neighbouring salads business, citing “many synergies” between the two suppliers