All articles by FPJ Staff – Page 129
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ArticleMight of Morocco
Over the last few years, Morocco has worked hard to secure its reputation in the hearts and minds of UK importers as a reliable source of high-quality fruit and vegetables in the winter months - and this season will be no exception, as Laura Gould finds out
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ArticleBlues brothers in arms
Blueberries from Chile, Argentina and Uruguay make up the backbone of the fruit’s winter supply to the UK. Now that volumes from all three countries are rocketing just as growers and exporters are facing mounting pressures, a three-way promotional campaign has been introduced to boost sales of the fruit in the UK. Anna Sbuttoni reports from South America
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ArticleEgypt rises to festive challenge
Egyptian citrus and berry producers are adapting to changing conditions this season, as a smaller citrus crop and rising competition, coupled with the ongoing financial crisis, may bring uncertainty to the campaign’s proceedings. Doris Lee Butterworth reports
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ArticleDarling’s pre-budget report - A help or hindrance to businesses?
Paula Tallon, partner with chartered accountants BDO Stoy Hayward LLP, examines the pre-Budget report released by Chancellor Alistair Darling on Monday and assesses if it is a help or hindrance for businesses
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ArticleChristmas countdown
Traditional Christmas lines from fir trees to Brussels sprouts, cranberries, dates and citrus, start to come into their own at this time of year. This season, growers and suppliers are facing one of the most challenging festive periods they have had in a long time, with consumers keen to cut their spending any way they can. So how will these seasonal favourites fare this year? Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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ArticleWeathering the shortfall
High prices and strong demand are making up for a shortfall in European pear production this season, and growers are just about breaking even. Elizabeth O’Keefe investigates.
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ArticleNo guarantees as southern supplies come on stream
The usual autumn shift from northern to southern hemisphere supplies has so far been relatively plain sailing. But difficult weather conditions in South Africa and fluctuating exchange rates could hamper progress over the next few months. Laura Gould reports.
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Fruiterers cross the pond to honour Master’s traditions
The fruiterers’ current Master Eric Fraunfelter and his wife Harriet have their roots in the US. It was only natural,
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Emerging sources all the rage at UK supermarkets
This week I get the feeling that the traditional regions of sourcing are under increasing pressure from newcomers. While the
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UK workers need support as well
The Gangmasters Licensing Authority (GLA) took part this week in what is thought to be the largest-ever operation of its kind
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ArticleNailing colours to the mast
Eat in Colour (EiC) is embarking on the final year of its initial three-year strategy. FPJ asks some of the key supporters of the generic promotion scheme for their views on progress to date, and the future of the campaign.
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ArticleWinter warmers on track
Despite far from perfect planting conditions earlier in the year, UK winter vegetable growers are on track to deliver for the Christmas surge in demand. Elizabeth O’Keefe investigates.
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ArticleTurkey shapes up to UK challenge
Citrus is a staple in the UK throughout the festive period, to be found in Christmas stockings across the country. This season, Turkish growers and exporters are expecting a bigger crop than last year and are aiming to grow their share of the UK market at this competitive time. Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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Mixed fortunes for Canary Islands salads
José Hernandez, from Fortuna Frutos, outlines to Doris Lee Butterworth the tough times Canary Islands salad growers are facing and analyses improvements in the sector.
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Financial woe calls for careful leadership
Adam Bernstein hosts FPJ’s monthly spotlight on the legislation that affects your business, and how you can use it to your advantage. This month, Ben Hopps explains a director’s personal liability in the case of insolvency.
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ArticleDelayed English job dominates retail strategic thinking
This is the quarter when the apple category largely flies back - from the southern hemisphere - and thinks of England. The domestic season is playing catch-up, but most supermarkets have kept up or enhanced their support for the in-demand home-grown crop this season. Tommy Leighton reports.
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October visits give food for thought
We were delighted last month to report that the years and months of working with DEFRA Plant Health and negotiating on your
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Public will be tough to win over
I experienced a distinct feeling of déjà vu while following the escapades of Sainsbury’s, which hit upon the idea of