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NewsHort leaders renew calls for policy reform in Sector Growth Plan
Fruit Focus panel urges government to tackle labour shortages, energy costs and SPS transition as work continues on eagerly anticipated growth strategy
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NewsMDS partners with Agri-TechE to offer six-month placements
MDS trainees given access to Agri-TechE’s Early Career Innovators’ Forum with aim of getting more young talent into food and farming industry
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NewsEdeka elevates fresh produce chief to head office board
Germany’s largest food retailer promotes most senior fresh produce executive to board of Edeka Zentrale
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News‘Mini marketeers’ take over Borough Market
Schoolchildren from across London will be selling their finest fresh produce at the iconic market today as part of a long-running food education initiative
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NewsMDS launches new return to work scheme for women
Applications are open for a new eight-week programme that aims to support women returning to work after maternity or other career breaks by rebuilding confidence, skills and resilience
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VideoMartin Emmett eyes opportunities for horticulture sector growth
Water, labour, Biodiversity Net Gain and import substitution highlighted as areas of challenge and opportunity by NFU’s Horticulture and Potatoes Board chair
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AdvertorialJob of the Week: commercial roles at Dole Imports
Major fresh produce supplier is searching for experienced commercial talent with strong communication skills to join its imports business in Kingston-upon-Thames
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NewsRedfox and Agri Frontier join forces to fill international talent shortage
Partnership aims to tackle outpaced demand for senior positions in rapidly growing markets where agri investment has overtaken supply of senior managers
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PodcastsThe most influential people in produce
In the latest episode of FPJ’s podcast, Nina, Michael and Fred share their top three most influential people in the sector today.
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NewsJames Miller appointed new Mansfields MD
Former Chambers commercial director brings more than 20 years’ experience across fruit, salads and vegetables
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AdvertorialJob of the Week: Sales and procurement roles at Nationwide Produce
Diverse fresh produce supplier is on the hunt for several new sales and procurement staff with industry experience and strong negotiation skills
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FeaturesGreosn: the fresh produce investment firm driving sustainability at speed
Fred Searle speaks to CEO Matt Jarrett about the fast-rising company’s 10‑year plan to “future‑proof British farming and build long‑term resilience”
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Comment‘Senior talent must adapt to new realities of fresh produce job market’
A number of jobless directors are searching for their next challenge following some high-profile mergers and restructures in the sector, but the job market they’re entering isn’t the same one they left
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NewsFrom wellbeing to tech: Meet the pioneer employers
The Summer Berry Company was named one of the UK’s top 500 employers in 2025, while G’s is making waves with new initiatives to attract young people
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NewsAgri-food is the top sector for seasonal worker abuse, report finds
New analysis has found the global agri-food sector saw most alleged instances of abuse against seasonal workers with UK retailers among 600 major employers linked to cases
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FeaturesFemale berry leaders share tips for success in ‘male-dominated’ industry
Senior female figures from Haygrove, Angus Soft Fruits and Driscoll’s are joining the International Women’s Day 2026 campaign to raise up other women
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CommentComment: Our sector faces a talent crisis
Products and partnerships remain the core of any fresh produce business, but labour is another vital resource under increasing pressure, says Mark Grim
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NewsTru-Cape cultivates new connection with Harvard Business School
Students on immersive work placement scheme offer fresh ideas on how to sell apples in export markets
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NewsG’s releases ESG report via video for first time
Leading salad grower G’s has released a cinematic sustainability report, bringing to life diverse stories, voices and sustainability achievements
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NewsNew food school will train market traders and fruiterers
A new location at London’s Royal Docks for meat and fish wholesale markets Smithfield and Billingsgate has been announced along with plans for the on-site school