All articles by FPJ Staff – Page 43
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ArticleGrown in the USA
Despite the downturn in fresh produce shipments from the US, the UK remains an important export destination. Lisa Kjellsson reports
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Don’t judge fruit and veg by its cover
Some labels, it seems, have more success than others. Lidl is highlighting its Lincs-sourced broccoli heads at 69p, with the
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ArticleRoad trip through America’s heart
Two years ago I was fortunate enough to travel across America, from the East Coast to the West Coast via Utah and Nevada.For
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ArticleTheo Randall: Why British farmers should consider growing more Italian vegetables
While it might seem that provenance and sustainability are relatively new topics on the agenda, these values have really been
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ArticleSpain: Spain keeps UK retailers stocked
Spain is a crucial supplier of produce to the UK, and the relationship has built up over many decades and indeed centuries. Kathy Hammond speaks to John Grieve of Lisons to hear more
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ArticleZari plans to take its place at early season top table
In the battle for early season market share, a new contender has entered the market and is promising to make a real impact. Michael Barker reports
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ArticleFlorida and Spain bear brunt of citrus challenges
The Spanish citrus sector has issued repeated warnings over the last three months, with growers and exporters seeking to prevent the collapse of the European citrus heavyweight. But other sources are concentrating on the renewed focus on New Year detoxes and the uplift in demand. Anna Sbuttoni reports
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ArticleTime to look at Spain
Northern Spain has perfect growing conditions for certain apples but, according to one grower, for too long rigid attitudes and exclusivity have kept its producers out of the limelight, writes Elspeth Waters.
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Italians eye up UK market window
Italian grape has an assured place in the UK procurement calendar and with the continuation of good quality product and competitive prices, 2004 could well be the season to erase the memory of difficult years gone by. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleDriscoll's berries score highly
Consumers have voted with their tastebuds and given high marks to blackberry varieties marketed by leading berry supplier Driscoll's.
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Costa Rican pineapple exports grow
Pineapple exports from Costa Rica have risen sharply as banana shipments have fallen, new figures show.
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Sterling breaks free of euro shackles: Moneycorp
After eight weeks of upward progress on the back of the European Central Bank's "Draghi Plan" to save the single currency, the euro ran out of steam this week, Moneycorp reports.
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ArticleThe French connection
With French apple production way down, supply is tight but thanks to special relationships the British market is looking forward to its share of the harvest. Samantha Lyster reports
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ArticleConsumers get the taste for Sweet Potatoes
With shoppers increasingly understanding the health benefits of sweet potatoes, producers are seizing the opportunity to grow the category further. Gill McShane and Michael Barker report
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ArticleVegetables look for balance
Across the vegetable category there’s been some good news with more shoppers buying in, but concerns about the supply-demand balance remain for certain crops
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French unveil purchasing stats
The French government prices and market monitoring agency FranceAgriMer last week released a review of the fresh produce market from Christmas 2011 to August 2012.
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ArticleScotty: A brand for all seasons
Scotty Brand is claiming to have become the first brand to offer a portfolio of solely Scottish-grown produce that switches from one product to another according to the season.
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Russia bans Monsanto corn
Russia’s consumer rights watchdog, Rospotrebnadzor, said it has suspended the import and use of Monsanto GM corn.
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ArticleAsda wins best multiple produce retailer award
Asda has been named multiple fresh produce retailer of the year at the 2012 Retail Industry Awards.
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ArticleFruit and veg at heart of new Shell format
Petrol giant Shell is working on plans to put fresh produce at the forefront of a brand new store format.