All United Kingdom articles – Page 6
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NewsFood Lovers angle helps Waitrose to strong growth
Retailer has also invested in quality and availability
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NewsWhole Foods Market to double UK store portfolio in 2026
New locations represent international expansion of the retailer’s Daily Shop format
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CommentGrowing systems ‘must work with water variability rather than against it’
Ahead of World Water Day on 22 March, AH Worth’s farms director Katie Ford explains how the veg producer is reducing its exposure to water risks by building diversity and resilience into its production methods
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NewsDP World announces record financial results for 2025
Group profits up 32.2 per cent to US$1.96bn, supported by strong European operations including milestone at UK ports
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NewsNFU meets Defra to discuss impacts of Middle East conflict on UK food sector
Union president Tom Bradshaw stresses need for greater price visibility and access to natural gas for horticultural production
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NewsUK government ‘must back British biofertiliser’ amid rising prices
Industry body ADBA argues the use of domestic biofertiliser can help reduce shocks to farming
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NewsS&A Produce kicks off new season British strawberries
The British strawberry season is underway with the first pick at Kent supplier S&A Produce, alongside growing advances in winter season British berry supply
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NewsLidl aims to cut food waste by 70 per cent
Individuals will be able to help redistribute food surplus from Lidl stores as the discounter announces it is accelerating food waste reduction plan
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NewsChildren eat more fruit and veg after outdoor activity
New research from Aldi has highlighted a seasonal drop off in fresh produce consumption during winter as children spend more time indoors
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PodcastsThe Middle East, resilience and the future of UK fresh produce
In the latest FPJ podcast, Nina is joined by Tom Joyce and the NFU’s Martin Emmett to discuss current and future challenges.
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FeaturesExotic sales may benefit from focus on fun
Top-down health messaging is less of a priority for European marketers of exotics, with the focus being on innovation and helping consumers discover the tastes and uses of lesser known fruits
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AdvertorialSlow down the ripening process of your crops with Vidre+
Vidre+ offers a simple, sticker-based solution to extend fresh produce shelf-life
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Features‘Customer focus key to growing avocado category’
Fred Searle speaks to Wim Destoop, global chief customer officer of Westfalia Fruit, about the avo supplier’s customer-led marketing strategy, the potential of the Gem variety, and the growing importance of supply diversification
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NewsUK-EU SPS deal ‘expected by mid-2027’
Government has urged businesses to start preparing for the change
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NewsFood Waste Action Week shows how people can ‘make food go further’
Survey highlights economic and environmental benefits of avoiding food waste, with average UK household of four wasting £200 worth so far in 2026
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FeaturesClaus Larner champions DP World Atlas service
Claus Larner, vice-president of DP World Atlas, discusses the new dedicated shipping solution between Morocco, the UK, and Europe
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NewsDole UK trial achieves 28 per cent yield boost using advanced covers
Trial shows thermal reduction covers and continuous bee activity monitoring deliver yield, quality and environmental improvements
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FeaturesFruitnet Berry Congress still the best place to track innovation in berries
Conference and networking event brings business leaders together to discuss better products, stronger supply chains, and new market trends
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NewsAldi targets more long-term agreements with British growers
Discounter commits to securing half of domestic produce through multi-year deals by 2027 as UK growers face mounting pressures
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NewsAngus Soft Fruits hits fundraising milestone
Berry supplier Angus Soft Fruits expressed its gratitude for the support it has received ahead of its participation at the Doddie’s Triple Crown cycling challenge

