All articles by Nina Pullman
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NewsHigh court overturns tomatillo polytunnel permission
Grower blocked from diversifying into exotic Mexican salad veg after neighbour takes fight to High Court to overturn tunnel installation
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NewsWaitrose outperforms market despite losses at John Lewis parent group
Premium retailer saw a six per cent increase in sales in the first half of 2025 as new MD and former Tesco exec Tom Denyard takes the reins
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NewsAgroforestry offers new crops and climate resilience
Persimmon, olives and walnuts among potential new tree crops discussed at this year’s Agroforestry Show alongside the benefits of trees for drought resilience
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NewsLabour MP backs calls to replace PO funding
MP Terry Jermy has visited G’s Growers and written to the new Defra secretary of state to highlight concerns over upcoming loss of funding to English and Welsh POs in first political recognition since new government
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NewsBeans campaign wins £1.4m in lottery funding
The collaboration between Veg Power, The Food Foundation, Ark Agency and local authorities is aiming for more sales, promotion and education around beans as a healthy food that can help cut dietary emissions
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NewsAsia ambitions: Brands, growth and ultra-quick retail
UK produce companies joined Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong where discussions centred on brands, logistics and new market opportunities. Nina Pullman and Fred Searle report from the show
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PodcastsAndy Murray, Albert Bartlett and the spud that scored an ace
Nina Pullman speaks to John Hicks, director of brand and marketing for potato supplier Albert Bartlett, for the lowdown on the company’s new deal with tennis legend Andy Murray
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NewsVeg box firms go head-to-head with new marketing campaigns
Riverford and Abel & Cole have unveiled new campaigns ahead of the key back-to-school period taking aim at air-freighted produce and ultra processed food
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NewsBelgian delegation visits key London wholesale markets
The visit to New Covent Garden and New Spitalfields markets was designed to reinforce Belgium’s reputation among buyers for reliable, counter-seasonal availability
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NewsRed Tractor launches new family mealtime TV advert
Certification is celebrating 25 years with new animated TV advert highlighting everyday moments that matter, plus social media content from behind the scenes of family mealtimes
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NewsSweet Sunrise grapefruit launches at Morrisons
Fresh Hub Group and Myton Food Group aim to reinvigorate grapefruit category with exclusive launch of Sweet Sunrise into Morrisons, following success of the Explore brand in grapes
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NewsM&S unveils landmark investment in new NDC
New £340m facility is retailer’s largest ever investment in its supply chain and will help ‘unlock’ target to double its food business
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NewsBrakes opens scheme for new suppliers
25 small businesses a year to win a Brakes contract and mentoring under new Get Set Supply! scheme to help new entrants access foodservice sector
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NewsM&S launches ‘world exclusive’ Pink Blush grape
US-grown Pink Blush is described as a ‘sensory experience’ and follows the new mango grape launch earlier this month as M&S rolls out of wave of innovation in the category
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CommentWhy weight loss jabs could boost fresh produce sales
A huge uptake in weight loss drugs is reducing demand for calorie-rich snack foods while patients report choosing to eat more fruit and veg
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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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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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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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NewsBlue Skies marketing director steps down
Mark Crawford has overseen strong growth at the tropical fruit supplier, and leaves the business for new role