All articles by FPJ Staff – Page 116
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ArticleThe pesticide question: What is the next step for the industry?
Despite persistent lobbying, the EU regulatory system governing the use of all pesticides is undergoing a stringent tightening of its legislation, which could result in the loss of up to 85 per cent of conventional chemical substances. Elizabeth O’Keefe investigates and asks what steps the fresh produce industry should be taking in preparation.
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ArticleExotics traders in positive frame of mind for summer
The onset of summer has found the exotics sector in decent spirits, with prices strong and consumers looking to supplement the fruit bowl staples. The sector hopes this buoyant mood will continue as supplies remain plentiful. Alex Lawson reports.
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And then there were two, as new Sheriffs elected
The Fruiterers, along with City Freemen from other Guilds and Liveries, are summoned once a year to a Common Hall at the
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Pressure on consumer spend takes effect in the aisles
In the prevailing economic climate, there is no doubt that pack size has become more important, and also taken on an
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Industry can take pride in integrity
“What’s really in our food?” This was the question posed by two investigative journalists from the BBC in a
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Increased level of recruitment boosts industry confidence
Specialist food and fresh produce recruiter Redfox Executive Selection is seeing a remarkably high level of senior recruitment coming through, writes managing director and founder Max MacGillivray.
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Securing our future will be a tough call
Over the last few months, it seems like a large percentage of the stories we have written have revolved around the recession,
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ArticleGrapes enjoy strong prices as options multiply
Strong prices and logistical conundrums have characterised the grape market this quarter, as suppliers look to Israel and North Africa for fruit. As suppliers pensively look ahead to what could be a challenging European season, Alex Lawson reports
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ArticleWarming to change
The recession may have taken some of the heat off the issue of climate change, but it is still firmly on the agenda. With the recent release of UK climate projections and the government proposing funds to help developing countries deal with climate change, the fresh produce sector is being urged to adapt to this significant challenge. Doris Lee Butterworth investigates
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ArticleFirmly on home soil
Tenderstem broccoli has made quite a name for itself over the last five years since it was commercially introduced to UK supermarket shelves. With main growing areas situated in hot climes like Kenya, Morocco and Jordan, it is probably assumed that the high-end vegetable is not suited to production in this country. Elizabeth O’Keefe finds evidence to the contrary
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ArticleBuilding on wholesale pride
English top-fruit marketing desk Norman Collett may be well known in trade circles for its strong relationships with large supermarket customers, but the Kentish firm actually started life as a wholesale supplier and still runs a highly active and dedicated wholesale division, which has not rested on its laurels over the years.
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Has the wheel really been reinvented?
Every so often in the fresh produce industry, events get to a point where it feels like the reinvention of the wheel. Amid
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ArticleTowing the waste line
The staggering amount of food thrown away when it is still safe to eat came back into the spotlight last month, when the government pledged to tackle confusion surrounding date labels in a bid to cut food waste both in stores and at home. But where does the fresh produce industry stand on the issue? And what is being done to improve the situation? Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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ArticleExploring Sussex
Sussex has a varied mix of both niche growers producing fresh produce for local markets and independent shops and large-scale businesses serving the national market. Elizabeth O’Keefe visits the region to explore how fresh produce businesses are diversifying in a changing marketplace.
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ArticlePlentiful maincrop holds back new potato market
The potato market has remained steady over the last three months, with little change in the offer or prices. However, the plentiful supplies of maincrop have held back demand for new potatoes, in spite of the recent run of warm weather. So how is the market for the new crop expected to shape up? Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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Markets can be a lucrative alternative
Kirsty Grieve has carved out an impressive 13-year career in the fresh produce industry, moving from a successful product developer for Sainsbury’s to export specialist Food from Britain, before taking up her role with Mad for Food at London’s New Covent Garden Market (NCGM). Alex Lawson caught up with her.
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French connection may yield results
It is the summer, and nothing really changes in the French produce industry. Once again, imports are in the firing line from
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Environmental commitments should be about more than lip service to the cause
It has become fashionable to pay lip service to environmental issues and political parties, corporations and media celebrities
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Demand rockets for salad definitions during summer
There are not many times when an item of fresh produce becomes fashionable beyond the restaurant trade, and even five years
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Wonky produce is a double-edged sword
The long-awaited EU Marketing Standards finally came into force this week. For the first time in 20 years, consumers can now