All News articles – Page 11
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NewsIran conflict could raise fertiliser prices as growers prepare for planting
Gas price volatility and restriction of key fertiliser inputs through Strait of Hormuz could impact UK growing season for key salad and veg crops
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NewsJebel Ali “operating normally” says DP World
All four terminals at the largest port in the Middle East are open, logistics group confirms
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NewsProduce driving organic sales but demand is met by imports
Carrots, salad and bananas all contributed to growing organic sales at the multiple retailers, with sales up 4.2 per cent overall in the last year
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NewsAsia Fruit Logistica heads to Bangkok for South East Asia Meet Up 2026
Industry professionals can now register for Asia Fruit Logistica’s SE Asia Meet Up in Bangkok on 18-19 May 2026
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NewsMiddle East conflict threatens South African fruit exports
South African fresh produce exporters are grappling with uncertainty as conflict in the Middle East threatens a crucial market
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NewsGlobal shipping crises “the new normal” say LatAm exporters
As the Gulf conflict enters its fifth day, companies say they have become accustomed to adapting to logistics disruption
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NewsSpar expands in China with new store formats
Premium fresh food is at the forefront of Spar Shandong’s modernised openings
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NewsAustralian fresh produce exporters cut off from Middle East
Fruit and vegetable exporters face freight freeze as supply chains in the region shut down
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NewsAustralia’s macadamia industry cautiously optimistic for 2026 season
Early-season forecast has macadamia crop reaching 59,080 tonnes, a strong recovery from 2025’s 43,800 tonnes
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NewsPurple sweet potatoes hit Co‑op shelves for first time
Nutrient density has helped boost popularity of purple-flesh sweet potatoes in UK as Purple Majesty variety lands at convenience chain
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NewsNorfolk pea growers unable to secure contracts amid insurance dispute
Long-running claim issue between veg processor and NFU Mutual over faulty steam peeler could result in lost contracts and jobs as pea harvest nears
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NewsBrits shopping more for groceries online
Latest Worldpanel by Numerator data shows online orders at highest level in five years
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NewsFischer Farms partners with cress and micro leaf grower Dawndew Salad
Companies say partnership aims to ‘set new benchmark’ in year-round supply of premium British salad
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NewsBritish farm aims to grow avocados on landfill
Wiltshire-based project sets ambitious target to produce large volume of fruit and vegetables on top of a rubbish dump
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NewsSouth African raisin crop forecast cut to 86,500 tonnes
Despite the lower forecast, the industry remains optimistic about long-term growth as competing nations face their own challenges
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NewsSpain’s Mercosur fresh produce trade reaches €334m
Spanish fresh produce exports to the South American trading bloc reached €67mn last year, while imports totalled €267mn
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NewsIntermarché expands long-term contracts with French suppliers
French retail chain plans to strengthen ties with domestic fruit and vegetable producers through expanded long-term contracts
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NewsKiwifruit labour providers forced to close
Two of Zespri’s New Zealand contractors cease trading with millions in unpaid taxes, after allegations of widespread non-compliance
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NewsBanana exporters weigh up options as Mideast war intensifies
With Ecuador in peak season, shippers are in a race to find alternative buyers and routes to market
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NewsIFPA appoints Dr Eric Stevens as food safety VP
Stevens will lead IFPA’s global efforts to shape food safety and regulatory policy, strengthening engagement with international bodies