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Hospitality Sector Urges Government to Include Industry in Youth Employment Initiatives
UKHospitality is urging the Government to formally recognise the hospitality sector as a key player in national efforts to get young...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 30


M&S Unveils New 'Plan A' Projects to Boost UK-Grown Fruit and Veg
Marks & Spencer (M&S) has announced a series of new initiatives under its 'Plan A' sustainability programme, aiming to enhance the...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 30


New PCN Factsheet Launched by GB Potatoes and CUPGRA to the Whole Industry.
After the successful launch of the new technical guide on PCN, “A Guide for Managing PCN in Great Britain,” to members, GB Potatoes and...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 30


Waitrose Sees Surge in Demand for British Produce Amid Growing Consumer Support for Local Farming
Waitrose has reported a significant increase in sales of British produce, attributing the surge to heightened consumer interest in...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 29


Direct Flights From Uganda to UK Set to Boost Fresh Produce Exports
Uganda has reinstated direct air links with the United Kingdom for the first time in nearly a decade, offering a major boost to the...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 29


Harvesting Success: How Strategic HR Initiatives Keep Fresh Produce Teams Thriving
In the fast-paced world of fresh produce, where perishable goods and seasonal fluctuations are the norm, robust Human Resources (HR)...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 29


Nigel Jenney: The Unyielding Voice of Britain's Fresh Produce Industry
As post-Brexit import rules continue to sow confusion and cost across the UK's fresh produce industry, one figure has remained unwavering...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 28


From Field to Fork: Morrisons Salutes British Growers in Bold New Campaign
Morrisons has launched a powerful new campaign – Fresh from Market Street – that puts the spotlight firmly on its direct relationships...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 28


Fresh Demand For Workers: Seasonal Roles Drive Job Market Gains As Wages Climb
The UK job market recorded its second consecutive month of year-on-year growth in April, driven by a surge in seasonal vacancies across...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 28


UK Shoppers Face Higher Bills as Fresh Food Inflation Accelerates
Fresh food prices in the UK have experienced a notable increase, with inflation reaching 2.4% in May 2025, up from 1.8% in April. This...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 27


Investors Battle for Britain’s Supermarkets Amid Property Gold Rush
The UK supermarket property market is experiencing a surge in investor interest, driven by the sector's resilience and attractive...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 27


Brittany Ferries Threatens Legal Action Over Portsmouth Freight Disruption
Tensions are rising at Portsmouth International Port as Brittany Ferries has announced it is preparing legal action over what it...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 26


London’s Historic Wholesale Markets Face Closure After Dagenham Relocation Plans Abandoned
Plans to relocate three of London’s historic wholesale markets—Smithfield, Billingsgate, and New Spitalfields—to a consolidated site at...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 26


Digital Connectivity Key to Unlocking Agritech’s Full Potential
Improved digital connectivity is essential to the future growth of agritech and wider UK food production, according to IT and...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 26


Supersize Strawberries Signal Sweet Start To British Berry Season
The UK’s spell of bright spring sunshine has delivered more than just a welcome break from the grey—it’s sparked an extraordinary surge...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 23


NFU Sees Potential in UK-EU Reset But Calls for Clarity
The announcement of a new trade deal with the EU has been received by UK growers as a development with potential to reduce current trade...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 23


Morrisons Magic: Supermarket Giant Revamps Stores With New Look, Fresh Deals, and Global Flavours
Morrisons has announced a major transformation across its UK stores in a move designed to enhance customer experience, offer better...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 23


‘Obsolete Overnight’: Portsmouth’s Brexit Checkpoint Now at Risk of Demolition
A £25m post-Brexit border control post in Portsmouth may have to be demolished if the UK government’s deal with the EU removes the need...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 22


UK Vegetable Season Starts Early Thanks to Warm Spring
An unseasonably warm spring is prompting an early harvest for UK vegetable growers, with producers in Cornwall reporting that new season...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 22


Hackers Hold Supermarket Supplier To Ransom
A distributor to the UK's major supermarkets has said it is being held to ransom by cyber hackers. Logistics firm Peter Green Chilled...

Sarah-Jayne Gratton
May 21
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