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AnalysisThe end of salary secrecy? What new pay transparency means for fresh produce
Max MacGillivray of Redfox Executive Selection considers the benefits and challenges for candidates and employers arising from the UK’s new ‘say what you pay’ law
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NewsYoung people unaware of food and drink career opportunities, IGD finds
Just 18 per cent of 16-19 year olds would consider a career in food or drink, but are more likely to consider if shown the range of roles available
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NewsHortNZ begins search for associate director
The New Zealand industry body is encouraging growers with leadership aspirations to apply
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NewsJazz retains Tastiest Apple crown at National Fruit Show
Judges report “very good” quality depsite difficult growing season, with 2026 Show marking Ali Capper’s final day as BAPL’s executive chair
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NewsBAPL calls for retail support to reduce audit duplication
Trade body urges retailers to reduce audit burden on growers and reports strong engagement with sustainability reporting project
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NewsRedfox launches ‘country expert network’ to help businesses expand overseas
Initiative will initially source experienced fresh produce talent in Ireland, Morocco and Egypt, before expanding to certain Asian markets and others
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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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Martin 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