All articles by Fred Searle – Page 54
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ArticleArthur Hutchinson merges with new fruit trader
Spitalfields salad wholesaler taken over by new fruit supplier Kemsley & Co after more than 80 years in business
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ArticleGuy Singh-Watson calls out capitalism at business awards
Riverford founder uses acceptance speech at Awards for Responsible Capitalism to argue current system is ‘destroying our collective future’
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ArticleBakkavor launches MA programme at Lincoln Uni
Prepared food supplier helps develop two new food and drink courses that combine a master’s degree with an apprenticeship
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ArticleAldi trials plastic-free cabbages and caulis in Scotland
Five brassica lines will be sold plastic-free for next six weeks as discounter steps up drive to cut down on plastic packaging
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ArticleAndy Macdonald to step down as Coregeo MD
Head of Pink Lady and Tenderstem marketer to hand over reins after helping to create the two biggest brands in UK fresh produce
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ArticleStraight to plate
Having previously run Simon Rogan’s iconic restaurant l’Enclume, Lancashire chef Mark Birchall now has two Michelin stars of his own at Moor Hall. Fred Searle talks to the Lancashire-born chef about how he has embraced the chef-farmer trend
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ArticleTech advances ‘will attract fresh talent’ to fresh produce
Rise of automation, robotics, AI and big data is creating opportunities to welcome brightest young minds into the industry, say leading firms
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ArticleIrish mushrooms brace for Brexit
It’s no secret that Ireland’s mushroom industry has been suffering since the EU referendum, but rather than looking to new markets, Irish producers are taking steps to ensure UK exports stay cost-effective
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ArticleWinning with waste
Ben Whitehead thinks he can help make a big difference with his little packets of rescued fruit and veg crisps. Fred Searle talks to the founder of Spare Snacks about what’s wrong with our food system and how sustainable brands can help change it
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ArticleFirst British asparagus arrives at M&S
Wye Valley grower John Chinn continues to deliver UK's earliest product as M&S forecasts major uplift in British asparagus sales this year
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ArticleGrasses ‘can help grow healthier blueberries’
Intercropping with grasses an effective and sustainable alternative to chemical treatments for maximising yield and antioxidant content
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ArticleLoose sales ‘key to tackling food waste’
Operational consultant Newton urges consumers to choose more loose fruit and veg so they only buy what they need
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ArticleFruiterers open nominations for Under-30s Award
Worshipful Company of Fruiterers will reward young person that has made major contribution to fruit industry
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ArticlePotato stocks down a quarter on last year
Extreme growing conditions last year have driven down AHDB stock estimates, with stores also cleared early due to high winter temperatures
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ArticleGMB petition calls for Sainsbury’s-Asda merger to be blocked
Trade union representing Asda employees urges CMA to stop “incredibly damaging” deal, saying price “too high” for shoppers and workers
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ArticleUK firms' growth falls to lowest level in eight years
Sales at British fresh produce companies have fallen by almost four per cent in past year, with UK firms faring worse than European neighbours
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ArticlePallet 'beacons' allow targeted in-store promotions
Launch follows success in Germany where tech from Chep has allowed manufacturers to reach more customers and convert vouchers into sales
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ArticleFruit Bowl moves into convenience
Fruit snack brand looks to benefit from growth of convenience sector with launch of six new products to be sold in individual packs
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ArticleEAP campaign targets obesity
English Apples & Pears urges consumers to substitute unhealthy snacks for British apples as it pushes for ambitious sales growth
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ArticleIntroducing the European Packaging Forum
In June, packaging experts and fresh produce professionals will meet in the German city of Bonn to discuss options for sustainable packaging