Retail archive – Page 117
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ArticleFyffes reassures consumers during visit from Taoiseach
Supplier's chairman David McCann meets Irish PM Leo Varadkar to discuss supply lines amid coronavirus crisis
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ArticleFlagship store for Sam’s Club China
Walmart China’s membership-based arm will open a flagship store in Shanghai
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ArticleVietnam anticipating increase in exports
Fresh produce businesses across Vietnam are preparing for a boost in agricultural exports to China once the market recovers
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ArticleFairer fruit
Despite progress in the supply chain, bananas remain a controversial product when it comes to workers’ rights, wages and support for small farmers. Fred Searle hears from Alistair Smith of Banana Link, a non-profit cooperative that advocates for a fair and sustainable banana trade
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ArticleFresh tech: six of the best
New technology is constantly being released to help growers in their quest for efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Here are six of the most eye-catching innovations on the market right now
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PodcastsFruitbox: What happened next in China?
Produce industry expert David Smith explains how China's fruit and veg market is coping after the coronavirus outbreak
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ArticleMore funding for Wangjiahuan
Chinese farm to business platform receives second round funding from tech giant Meituan Dianping
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ArticleFears grow over Covid-19 impact
The French produce sector faces multiple challenges from the coronavirus crisis, including growing worker shortages, as seasonal labour dries up
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ArticleProduce sector exempt from India lockdown
Fresh produce personnel are classed as essential workers and exempt from India's lockdown announced last night
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ArticleMack: "We're doing everything we can"
Fresca chairman Chris Mack praises efforts of staff during coronavirus crisis, who are dealing with unprecedented demand
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ArticleLidl box scheme is latest retail charity effort
Discounter joins fellow retailers in helping food and goods reach people under stricter social distancing measures
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ArticleMarketbuy cuts fees to ease crisis
Online trading platform Marketbuy cuts fees to help growers access buyers and avert potential fresh produce supply crisis
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ArticleSainsbury's outlines supplier support
Supermarket joins Morrisons in pledging to pay small suppliers immediately and offering support to suppliers in distress
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ArticleCovid-19 changes Korean consumption
Despite strong supplies of fresh produce and a declining infection rate South Korea’s agricultural market is feeling the effects of coronavirus
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ArticleKeeping you informed
The situation is serious. And at Fruitnet we’re taking it very seriously indeed
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ArticlePune markets suspend trading
Wholesale markets in Pune, India, have closed until the end of the month to stop the spread of coronavirus
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ArticleUFPA calls for govt action as losses mount
Association sets out series of measures to safeguard the fresh produce industry as outbreak worsens
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PodcastsFruitbox: Coronavirus turns fresh produce on its head
Chris White is joined by Mike Knowles and Maura Maxwell to discuss the impact of coronavirus in Europe
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ArticleSupermarket operators work together
Australian retail chains Coles, Woolworths, Aldi and Metcash work together to ensure safety requirements and reliable supply
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ArticleRetailers hiring thousands to cope with coronavirus
Huge surge in demand sees British supermarkets advertise tens of thousands of temporary jobs at stores and distribution centres