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Floods In Spain And Morocco Raise Fresh Produce Supply Concerns For UK Retailers
Fresh produce availability in UK supermarkets could come under pressure in the coming weeks after heavy flooding and storm damage hit key growing regions in Spain and Morocco, two countries that supply a significant share of Britain’s winter fruit and veg. A new analysis has highlighted how exposed several staple categories are at this time of year. Spain and Morocco together account for 57.9% of UK tomato imports, while 65.2% of imported cucumbers and 71.4% of sweet peppers
Discounters Crunch Ahead In British Apple Sales
Data for January 2026 show that Tesco accounted for the largest share of British apples sold by BAPL growers, with around 4,000 tons supplied during the month. Aldi followed at approximately 3,200 tons, with Lidl close to 2,600 tons. Sainsbury's recorded about 2,400 tons, while Asda took roughly 1,500 tons. Waitrose, M&S, Morrisons, Coop, Ocado, Others, and Iceland each handled lower volumes, all below 1,000 tons. When comparing each retailer's share of British apples sold ag
92% Of Farmers Feel Sustainability Work Goes Unrecognised
Nearly nine in 10 UK farmers believe their sustainability efforts are being ignored by the wider food supply chain, according to fresh research from Pinstone Pulse. The findings paint a striking picture of frustration on the ground — even as many farmers are actively changing how they operate. The new insight tracker, developed by PR and communications agency Pinstone, reveals that 92% of farmers feel unrecognised for their on-farm sustainability work. That concern comes desp
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Bradford’s Darley Street Market Crowned UK’s Best Food Market
Bradford's "truly impressive" Darley Street Market has been judged the best food market in the UK – just over six months after opening. Image courtesy of Bradford Council The venue was awarded the title by The National Association of British Markets, which described it as a "bold, modern food destination." The market opened in July after numerous delays and a spiralling budget, as a replacement for the long-standing Oastler and Kirkgate markets. Alex Ross Shaw, Bradford Counc
Veggie Valentines: Adorable ‘Cuddling Carrots’ Discovered
Love is in the air - and apparently the vegetable crates - after a pair of "cuddling carrots" were discovered among the fresh produce donated to a food recycling organisation just before Valentine's Day. While sorting though the donations, volunteers at Food Works Sheffield uncovered two carrots so tightly entwined they looked as though they were embracing. The team decided the pair were far too charming to chop, so they gave them pride of place near the till. Warehouse manag
Rising Temperatures Will Cause Even Wetter Winters, Putting UK Crops At Risk
More winter rain and warmer temperatures are expected as climate change causes the UK’s weather to become more extreme, driving the need for further innovation to help UK fresh produce growers adapt and survive. At current levels of global warming, wet winters could become even more frequent, affecting housing, transport, and food supply, say scientists. If global temperatures increase by more than 2oC, the Met Office predicts the number of days per year with heavy rainfall
Tesco Scales Whoosh Rapid Grocery Deliveries, Turning Threat Into Advantage
Tesco has turned rapid grocery delivery from a competitive threat into a growth driver by scaling its Whoosh service, which delivers from stores in as little as 20 minutes and now accounts for an important share of the retailer's online sales. Image: Tesco The collapse or withdrawal of many quick‑commerce startups, such as Getir exiting the UK in 2024, has given Tesco the space to use its large store estate and greater TV advertising to capture fast‑delivery demand. Traditi
Avocados And Berries Top Valentine’s Day Fruit Shopping For At-Home Dining
UK consumers are shifting to home-cooked meals and dine-in deals for Valentine’s Day this year, with fruits, especially avocados and berries, among the key basket drivers for friends and couples planning a home-centred occasion from breakfast through dinner. Valentine’s Day spending is forecast to rise by 12% to £1.6bn in 2026, according to shopper marketing agency Savvy, and consumers are choosing to stay at home to avoid busy restaurants and to cut costs. Two thirds of adu
Sustainability Efforts Being Overlooked, Hampering Willingness To Go Further, Say Farmers
A widening disconnect exists between on-farm sustainability action and the recognition and support that farmers receive from policy makers and the wider food chain, posing a barrier to faster progress for British agriculture, warns new research. An overwhelming 92% of farmers say their environmental work goes unrecognised, according to the first Pinstone Pulse report titled 'From Pressure to Partnership' . Despite sustainability expectations increasing and significant on‑f
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