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British Raspberry Growers Herald Exceptionally Sweet Crop
UK raspberry growers are reporting one of the sweetest crops in recent years, with fruit recording significantly higher-than-average sugar levels following a cool spring and warm conditions during May. According to industry figures, this season’s fruit tastes up to 50% sweeter than normal; registering Brix readings of 11 to 12, compared with a typical average of around eight. Berry producers Angus Soft Fruits and WB Chambers are hailing “very special” fruit and a “vintage yea
Don't Miss Your Moment: Entries Close Tonight For The Fresh Awards 2026
Today is the final day to enter the FPC Fresh Awards 2026. At midnight tonight, Friday 19 June, entries will close for what remains the most prestigious celebration of excellence across the fresh produce, floriculture and horticulture industries. Every year, businesses, teams and individuals from throughout the supply chain use the Fresh Awards as an opportunity to showcase their achievements, celebrate their people and gain valuable recognition from industry peers. From grow
UK Households Face Sustained Food Inflation Through 2028 But Lower Peak
Families with children will need to find an additional £203 for food and drink spending this year as food inflation in the UK is set to remain a challenge for consumers and the food industry for several more years, warns IGD. New analysis from the Institute of Grocery Distribution (IGD) suggests that next year UK shoppers will face a further £207 increase in grocery bills, compared with current expenditure levels, even though the anticipated peak in food inflation is now lowe
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Waitrose And Westlands Achieve Year-Round British Samphire In Major UK First
Waitrose has become the first UK supermarket to offer British-grown samphire all year round thanks to a partnership with grower Westlands to advance controlled-environment production, marking a significant development for the speciality vegetable category. Image: Waitrose The retailer said in a press release that the move “completely transforms” the availability of samphire, traditionally a highly seasonal product with a short summer harvest window. The launch also ties into
British Blueberry Demand At Record High Amid Excellent Quality This Year
The 2026 British blueberry season is underway, with growers reporting exceptional crop quality and record gains in consumer demand for the UK’s fastest-growing fruit category. Hall Hunter Partnership, one of the country’s leading soft fruit producers, expects its biggest and most successful season this year, as it expands production in line with surging demand for healthy, homegrown blues. With consumer appetite continuing to gain pace, the business has made significant inves
£10m Boost For UK Retail Vegetable Supply As ESG Drysdale Expands
UK supermarkets are set to benefit from increased processing capacity and enhanced supply chain resilience following a £10 million funding package secured by leading domestic vegetable grower-packer ESG Drysdale. The Scottish business has obtained the investment from Royal Bank of Scotland to accelerate the next phase of its expansion, including the development of new production facilities and upgrades across its operations. Already a major supplier of brassicas and root vege
Brussels Reset Puts Jenney’s Border Warning Centre Stage
The UK and EU have confirmed a new summit in Brussels on 22 July to discuss the next stage of the long-promised post-Brexit “reset” — but for Britain’s fresh produce industry, the real test is no longer whether politicians can agree warmer words. It is whether they can protect the food supply chain that keeps the nation fed. According to The Guardian, the summit has been delayed several times amid difficult talks over a youth mobility scheme, with discussions now expected to
Industry Recognition Is Waiting — But Not For Long
The countdown is on. Entries for the FPC Fresh Awards 26 close this Friday, 19 June, and businesses across the fresh produce, flower and plant supply chain are being urged not to miss their chance to step into the spotlight. Recognised as the Oscars of the fresh produce and floriculture industry, the Fresh Awards celebrate the people, businesses, teams and innovations driving excellence across one of the UK’s most vital sectors. At a time when the industry continues to face r
New Generation Of Brands Looks To Shake Up Fresh Produce Aisle
The fresh produce aisle is undergoing a quiet but significant shift, as a new wave of brands looks to bring more excitement, identity and differentiation to a category long dominated by own-label ranges. According to The Grocer, fruit and veg has historically been shaped by supermarket own-label products and a highly competitive pricing culture, with value often taking centre stage. But that familiar model is beginning to evolve, as suppliers and emerging brands seek to prove
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