Retail news from FPJ – Page 3
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NewsFamily budgets under pressure as living costs soar
The UK risks evolving into a ‘dual-speed’ economy with a widening gap between the wealthiest and poorest
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NewsTesco talks up potential of British apple season
Growers report excellent conditions that could lead to a rise in demand for British fruit
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NewsSweet Sensation pear harvest begins with 6,000 tonnes expected
Premium pear variety has established itself as a European retail mainstay, with Dutch growers expecting to strong demand this season as harvesting gets underway
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News‘Sky is the limit’ for fresh suppliers moving into dried
There is strong opportunity for fresh fruit suppliers to diversify into dried fruit or nuts thanks to commonality among consumers and growth in key markets, according to speakers at a new Asiafruit Showcase session
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NewsFood prices rise for fifth consecutive month
Food and drink prices have risen by an annual rate of 5.1 per cent in the fastest increase since January 2024, new ONS figures show
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NewsTesco crowned top British apple retailer for second year running
Asda takes BAPL prize for best year-on-year performance in apples, while Sainsbury’s emerges as biggest supporter of UK-grown pears
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NewsConsumers seek value as Tesco strengthens share
Worldpanel by Numerator analysis also shows growth in own-label sales
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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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NewsAldi outlines £1.6bn UK expansion plan
Programme of stores openings will further boost the discounter’s rising share
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NewsSouth Africa eyes promising stonefruit season despite challenges
South African stonefruit growers are looking ahead to a positive season following last year’s significant volume increases, though US tariffs present new challenges
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NewsCalifornia Table Grape Commission launches global marketing campaign to support autumn crop
Campaign utilises multi-channel promotions and key festive celebrations to boost consumption
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NewsAldi outlines £300mn spend on price cuts this year
Discounter says fruit and veg have been key categories in its promotional strategy
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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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NewsTomatoes and onions among Morrisons’ latest price cuts
Supermarket is discounting a range of key lines for up to eight weeks
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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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NewsM&S unveils ‘Plan A for Farming’
Ambitious plan aims to boost British sourcing and utilise 100 per cent regenerative farming practices
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NewsKent grower Myatt stars in M&S Farm to Foodhall ad
Rochester-based business supplies British plums to the retailer
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NewsBloom Fresh unveils antioxidant-rich red-fleshed grape Boombites
‘Superfruit’ grape with deep red pulp and high levels of anthocynanins debuts at M&S and Ocado
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NewsInnocent launches its ‘highest-ever veg content’ smoothie
Green Goodness and Red Goodness aim to make it easier to get a portion of fruit and veg
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NewsPoppin Poms launch hopes to capitalise on fast-growing segment
PrepWorld’s new prepared pomegranate line has gone into Costco stores nationwide