All articles by Michael Barker – Page 102
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ArticleFood prices continue to rise
Kantar Worldpanel figures show grocery market inflation, with more predicted to come
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ArticleLCT secures Tilbury-Amsterdam deal
London Container Terminal agrees four-year deal, with new, larger vessel slated to make first call this week
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ArticleNew flower market opens at NCGM
Opening sees relocation of 21 traders in the latest phase of the New Covent Garden redevelopment project
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ArticleFirst English raspberries reach Waitrose
Berry Jewel raspberries, grown by Harry Hall, set to launch in retailer's premium range this weekend
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ArticleNew service promises faster UK-NZ trade
Port of Tilbury will receive Seatrade Blue reefers, slashing journey times for fresh produce from New Zealand and America
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ArticleSecond Veggie Pret to open next week
Shoreditch outlet will feature 20 new vegetarian lines, as the company continues to experiment with new healthier options
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ArticlePink Lady's Co-op packaging boost
Co-op switches to branded packaging in stores, as well as introducing a new format aimed at reducing waste
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AnalysisLabour: A ticking timebomb?
As the UK officially triggers Brexit, the industry's labour pains are becoming more apparent. But what can be done?
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ArticleMorrisons shortens payment terms
Smaller suppliers with contracts under £100,000 set to benefit from payments within two weeks
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ArticleTrade bodies outline Brexit wishlist
BRC, NFU and FDF write joint letter to key government departments stressing the importance of a good deal for industry
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ArticleNew system promises greater transparency for RA
Rainforest Alliance signs up with software provider to create a new integrated supply chain traceability system
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ArticleHospitals 'failing' on healthy food
Campaigners say findings of London-based report underline need for legislation to ensure fresh, healthy food is served
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ArticleLearn about Customer 4.0 at FPJ Live
Three prominent marketing and branding experts will lead a unique marketing masterclass, with business advice on getting ahead
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ArticleWarmer weather boosts Waitrose fruit sales
Retailer reports a number of fruit lines see significant sales uplifts in the last fortnight, compared to the year before
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ArticleWard: 'Opportunities around Brexit'
British Growers chief executive believes producers have the opportunity to increase market share after the UK's EU exit
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ArticleCampaign highlights health properties of prunes
UK initiative takes on a series of brand ambassadors to get the message across of prunes' health credentials
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ArticleHealth and quality key to frozen
BFFF chief executive says consumers' understanding of the health properties and quality of frozen are central to growth
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Article'Turbulence is nothing new' - ex-MP
National Fruit Show chair and industry veteran Michael Jack gives an upbeat assessment of the opportunities for UK produce
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ArticleShropshire warns of spiralling labour costs
G's chairman John Shropshire makes powerful case for economic benefits of seasonal workers
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ArticlePressure still high on suppliers
Adjudicator Christine Tacon outlines a series of issues where supermarkets are exerting too much pressure