All articles by FPJ Staff – Page 85
-
ArticleThe credit conundrum
As political events and natural disasters threaten to undermine the confidence of the financial sector, Michael Barker asks whether it will become even more difficult for the fresh produce industry to gain trade credit in future
-
ArticleHome-grown hopes
A cold winter has presented a challenge to growers, but now spring is here and light levels have picked up, the main tomato, cucumber and pepper crops are on their way. Elizabeth O’Keefe takes a look at the season and considers the future of the home-grown sector
-
ArticleExotics face tough time as pricing hits demand
The exotics sector is suffering from a combination of oversupply and a sales slowdown while prices continue to increase. Alex Lawson looks at the how the various lines are coping and the effects of supermarket promotions on wholesale prices
-
Article
Imported packs raise the bar on grower information
I have always agreed with researchers who find consumers would like more detail on packs. The latest example of such
-
Article
New ERP report highlights interesting trends
The independent US-based Panorama Consulting Group is an authoritative source of information on the global ERP market. It
-
Article
BDM scheme has real national potential
It’s good to see the government is taking an interest in maintaining and even expanding London’s business
-
ArticleWhat do you really get out of marketing?
At a time when businesses are rethinking their budgets ahead of the new financial year and in a fierce grocery market, Anna Sbuttoni examines why it is more important than ever to come up with the right marketing campaign
-
ArticleCautious optimism as Dutch kick off salads season
The European salads industry has taken a bit of a battering over the last couple of years but, as Michael Barker reports, optimism in the Netherlands is high that this will be a better season for suppliers
-
ArticleRetailers push grapes ahead of further shortfalls
The grape category has seen a burst of promotional activity, following tight supplies and ahead of a tricky period expected in May. So what next for the sector? Anna Sbuttoni reports on a market that is recovering from a number of setbacks
-
Article
Rich variety of sources on supermarket fruit and veg
While the orange market is dominated by Navel and Valencia Late and their various sub-species, the opportunity to present
-
Article
Communication is first step in good marketing
Years ago, a now long retired senior executive rang me up to ask my advice. It concerned the arrival of a new chief executive
-
Article
Hugh Lowe receives the Fruiterers’ Ridley Medal
The Fruiterers’ Ridley Medal is awarded every three years to an individual who has been identified as giving
-
Article
Top-fruit investment is very positive sign
At a time when so many people are questioning whether margins allow for reinvestment, it’s great to be able to report a
-
ArticleWhen regional meets national
Regional sourcing is at its peak, with provenance high on the list of consumer priorities. Ahead of the FPJ Conferences - East Midlands event that will evaluate the supply chain within the region and encourage open debate, Elizabeth O’Keefe takes a look at the changing face of the land and what fresh produce companies can do to help themselves
-
ArticleKenyan reinvention
Kenya is set to reinvent itself as a source of fruit, vegetables and flowers following one of the toughest 12 months for trade. Anna Sbuttoni reports
-
ArticleFlowers ready to defy tough times for crucial month
Flower sales have had to fight to win a share of consumers’ hard-earned cash in the last two years. Ahead of the crucial April trading period, Jackie Mitchell assesses the mood of the industry
-
ArticleConfidence hit as market forecast misses the mark
Confidence is riding high among maincrop potato growers, but fears that this might be misplaced are taking hold with the realisation that prices are not as strong as previously forecast. Anna Sbuttoni reports on a market in transition
-
Article
Winter lines still abundant with new season coming up
The momentum building up with new Dutch pear varieties makes one wonder how long it will be before Conference will be
-
Article
It’s judgement day for cauliflower industry
I’m sure I wasn’t the only one watching last week’s pig price demonstration outside Downing Street and
-
ArticleA game of price
Half price, two-for and buy one get one free offers add up to a cut-throat retail market and are just some in the flurry of price promotions on produce at the major multiples. As the grocery giants reconsider their strategies, Anna Sbuttoni asks what this could mean for the rest of the supply chain