All Fresh produce articles – Page 139
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Fairtrade in spotlight after claims of abuse
Insiders say the Fairtrade fruit industry should brace itself for close media scrutiny following claims of worker abuse at a UK banana supplier.The allegations came to light last week when a Polish worker at Pratt's Bananas in Luton...
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What the papers said - 2nd June 2007
? England could face a shortage of strawberries and cream because of a lack of foreign fruit pickers, claims The Mirror. The traditional summer treat is under threat because the usual harvest-time influx of EU workers has begun to dry up. ? The...
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insight - strawberries
685 million meals featured strawberries last year The strawberry grocery market is worth £350m a year and grew 8% in the 52 weeks to November Over 55% of strawberries are eaten by the over 45s As many are eaten for health reasons as for enjoyment...
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Cranks inspires new ready-meals range
Cranks is expanding its portfolio with a range of premium prepared meals. Developed by Bighams and available initially in the meat-free section of the Waitrose chiller cabinet, the range comprises: chickpea, red pepper & spinach curry;...
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PLJ draws on low-cal content for its revival
PLJ, a stalwart brand of the cordial aisle, is poised for a revival to tap into consumer demand for healthier beverages.In recent years, lemon juice cordial PLJ has kept a low profile but the 86-year-old drink was well-known as a...
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Wage hike will sink growers claims NFU
Farmers say they are dismayed by a deal on wages that will raise their costs by £50m per year.The Agricultural Wages Board settlement will raise levels of pay across the sector by 4.5% - well ahead of settlements in other sectors and...
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EU plans cash support for school fruit and veg
The School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme could get a multimillion pound boost from Brussels in an effort to stamp out child obesity.EU agriculture commissioner Mariann Fischer Boel told journalists last week she was considering spending up...
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campaign trail - Ribena
Berries desperate to make it to the juicing factory are the stars of Ribena's latest TV ad, which charts their perilous journey as they cross forests and rivers. Before arriving at the Ribena gates, some unfortunate fruits meet a sticky end. They...
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A brand first from Branston
Potato supplier Branston has launched the first potato brand in Tesco under The Real Potato Co banner.Branston will initially supply two exclusive new varieties - Bellini and Piccolo - to 250 Tesco stores, with hopes of a wider rollout...
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Eat Natural bar brand revamp keeps it simple
Eat Natural has overhauled its fruit and nut bars to create a more contemporary feel and highlight the brand's 'simple' platform. The company is rolling out new packaging across its range and is poised to add new seasonal lines and...
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Stokes greengrocer in first signs of recovery
The Stokes chain of greengrocers is making a comeback after closing half its 65 stores last autumn.Barely eight months after the radical restructuring, profits at the West Country business have soared, with sales up 25% at some stores...
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Calendar guide to seasonal produce
The Horticultural Development Council is stepping up its campaign to promote seasonal fruit and veg with a recipe calendar.Although the levy board is not allowed to openly push British produce, it is encouraging shoppers to buy...
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Pear cider ruling gives perry a timely boost
The National Association of Cider Makers (NACM) has ruled the term 'pear cider' can be used in the marketing and labelling of perries - made from fermented pear juice. Products made from other fermented fruit cannot be called ciders...
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Talking shop - Mike Wilson, chief executive of the Gangmasters Licensing Authority
The GLA standards have produced positive changes across the industry since they were introduced last autumn. It has led to scores of investigations and the suspension of a number of gangmasters, with possible prosecutions in some cases....
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Agrofair puts pedal to metal on Fairtrade
Fairtrade fruit supplier Agrofair is targeting aggressive expansion under the leadership of new MD John Bowes.The Fairtrade movement had failed to communicate the full benefits of buying accredited products to consumers, he...
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Price Survey - 19th May 2007
Despite offering several of the lowest-priced products on the list, Asda is only the third cheapest retailer this week after Tesco and Morrisons lowered key prices to take first and second position respectively. The lettuce and syrup in Tesco's...
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Imported potatoes in mislabelling inquiry
Trading standards haven't ruled out prosecutions in the cases of two retailers being investigated for mis-selling potatoes.Echoing the FSA survey on farmed fish incorrectly labelled as wild (see page 48), officers said chemical testing...
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Growers in struggle to secure foreign labour
Sensational press about gangmaster labour is putting foreign workers off the UK's agriculture and horticulture sectors, growers have warned.It was compounding an existing labour shortage and could hit the production of fresh produce in...
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Soup at work made easier
Baxters is adding microwaveable pots to its Soup Choices pouch range to target people lunching at work. Launched in Tesco this month, the newcomers come in two smooth varieties - tomato & sweet basil and butternut squash, carrot & red...
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Co-op trays go green
The Co-operative Group is trying to green its fresh produce display by turning to reusable plastic containers for all its fresh produce.It has struck a deal with Chep for an unspecified amount to provide and manage six million container...