Supply news from FPJ – Page 99
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ArticleNew training course for organic sector
Training will provide introduction to organic farming practice and legislation as well as soil management and conversion planning
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ArticleCold chain needs 'fresh approach' to attract young talent
Cold Chain Federation president calls for urgent action to attract more young people to cold chain jobs amid labour crisis
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ArticleRaspberry volumes set for big rise as season begins
Recent warm weather expected to boost production volumes by 15 per cent year on year as raspberry consumption continues to grow
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ArticlePrince Charles meets sustainable producers
HRH Prince Charles meets sustainable food producers at Cotswolds-based FarmED
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ArticleJepco launches 'Living Lettuce' in Co-op stores
Jepco's whole head 'Living Lettuce' puts down roots in Co-op stores nationwide
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ArticleSupermarket shoppers returning to old habits
Consumers shopping little and often again, online sales plateau and discounters’ growth returns but consumer habits still not back to normal
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ArticlePML sets up satellite in Kent
Perishable cargo forwarder PML invests in Kent satellite site to by-pass LEZ charges and offer seamless service
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ArticleCalls for seasonal visas to tackle HGV driver shortage
Logistics UK urges government to introduce seasonal visa for European HGV drivers as well as funded driver training to help combat crisis
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ArticleQuick commerce channel 'set for major growth'
Rapid food and grocery delivery now considered a sales channel in own right and IGD says burgeoning sector could more than double in size
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ArticleNFU calls for govt strategy to manage trade deal impact
Concerns that tariff liberalisation and rise in imports could drive down farm gate prices, undermine standards and harm UK farm businesses
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ArticleF&V imports from EU down significantly in Q1
UK imports from EU fall by around 15 per cent, while overall food and drink exports almost halve as traders feel effects of Brexit and Covid-19
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ArticleUK farming needs urgent image change, study says
Urgent need to reform image of UK farming to prevent “disastrous” labour shortages, University of Exeter report warns
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ArticleDriver shortage causes UK supply crisis
A shortage of HGV drivers is causing national supply crisis, leaving produce rotting and empty shelves, say distributors
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ArticleHerbs turn over a new leaf
The pandemic has kickstarted fresh herbs, with many products enjoying sales growth of around 30 per cent. Fred Searle reports on the sector's key trends as UK consumers get more adventurous with their cooking
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ArticleNational Berry Month set for kick off
First-time event will target barbecue and cinema lovers, as well as highlighting the various benefits of berries
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ArticleScotty Brand celebrates first Ayrshire potatoes
Premium fresh produce label is hopeful of strong demand this season after Covid-related boost to local veg sales in Scotland
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ArticleTinned tomatoes 'set for price hike'
Ingredients supplier Eurostar Commodities says a range of factors has combined to put pressure on the tinned tomato market
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ArticleFirst Comber Earlies hit supermarket shelves
Recent warm weather helps Wilson’s Country dig PGI potato variety on time, with good eating quality thanks to high dry matter
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ArticlePembrokeshire Earlies hit Welsh shelves
First arrivals of Blas y Tir Pembrokeshire Earlies herald start of summer in Wales
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ArticleKent parking row deepens haulage gloom
New rules on lorry drivers parking in Kent laybys puts further pressure on driver welfare, according to Logistics UK