All Fresh produce articles – Page 135
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EU set to ease laws on wonky veg
European legislators have paved the way for a U-turn over the sale of irregularly shaped vegetables as consumers across the Continent struggle with rising food bills.
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Outspan and Aimia combine to produce Outspan Pure Juices
South African fruit company Outspan has teamed up with UK-based Aimia Foods for its first foray into the drinks category.The two-strong pure juice range will come in apple and orange variants and contain no artificial colours, preservatives,...
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English apples boosted by supermarket support
Sainsbury's, Morrisons and the Co-op have all been praised for their support of English apples at the start of the 2008/09 season.The three retailers had all invested heavily in TV campaigns urging shoppers to buy English apples, according...
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RSPCA welfare fears over stocking density
Animal welfare concerns need to be fully allayed before Freedom Food follows the egg industry's lead in doubling the maximum number of free-range hens allowed on British farms, the RSPCA has said. The British Egg Industry Council has amended...
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EU law forces Sainsbury’s to ditch witches’ fingers
Sainsbury’s has abandoned plans to sell misshapen vegetables as Halloween-themed healthy snacks due to prohibitions on the sale of irregular produce under European Union law.
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'Retailers profit while growers are crucified'
Retailers have been accused of increasing retail prices but failing to share the proceeds with vegetable growers hit by heavy costs. The UK retail price of vegetables has risen significantly in the past year, with potatoes up 25.2%, carrots up 18.3%...
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Herb business inspires Arran to get cooking
Arran Fine Foods has extended its range of preserves and mustards with five new recipes.Produced in partnership with local suppliers on the Scottish island, the products include Cask Matured Apple & Arran Ale Chutney, Vintage Marmalade with...
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Turning ugly: EU slams Sainsbury's campaign
Sainsbury's has been accused of pulling a PR stunt with a new ‘ugly fruit and veg’ campaign launched this week. The retailer said it had launched the campaign to force the EU to relax strict specifications on the size and shape of fruit and veg....
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Supermarket pressure slows rise in price of fruit and veg
Growers say retail prices must increase further to offset cost hikes, but abundant EU harvests may prompt further reductions, reports James Ball
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SIAL 2008: Cath Henley, Tyrrells Potato Chips
Cath Henley of crisps maker Tyrrells reports exclusively for thegrocer.co.uk from this year's SIAL trade show
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UK importers cleared in price-fixing investigation
UK banana importers have been given a clean bill of health by the European Commission following the conclusion of its price-fixing investigation. None of the UK-based businesses raided by authorities during the investigation – including Fyffes, JP...
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Third Party: Don't let your salads be left on the shelf
With shoppers increasingly opting for value lines, margin-hitting markdowns are proliferating, finds Penelope Ody
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Taking the work out of vegetables
Waitrose has launched a new range of pre-prepared seasonal vegetables to make life easier for shoppers in the kitchen. The mixes are touted as ideal additions to soups, casseroles and stews. The range includes Vegetable & Bean Casserole, Irish Stew,...
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Defra approves New Covent Garden plan
New Covent Garden Market has been given the green light by Defra to push ahead with its redevelopment project. The approval means Covent Garden Market Authority can begin the process of looking for a private development partner for the site, which...
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Wilja welcomed to Asda potato range
Asda has introduced the Wilja potato as part of a revamped traditional tuber line-up for the autumn. Wilja potatoes, which are long and oval with a yellow skin and pale yellow finish, are said to boil particularly well and are versatile for cooking....
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Produce intake ‘will fall if pesticide laws change’
Changes to European pesticide legislation threaten to send fruit and veg prices soaring – affecting consumer purchasing behaviour, consumption patterns and even voting preferences, a report has warned. European ministers have been meeting in...
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Gü launches family-sized desserts
Chilled desserts specialist Gü has launched two family-sized desserts to tap growing demand for sharing puds. The 450g offerings, Gü Chocolate & Vanilla Cheesecake and Frü Zesty Lemon Cheesecake (rsp £3.99), provide ‘8 cautious slices’ or ‘6...
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Treasure hunters
Adrian Scripps is bringing excitement to the apple market with Kanzi and Greenstar replacing conventional Cox crops, says Michael Barker
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Morrisons movie tracks apple from tree to till
Morrisons has produced a film that follows its apples from orchard to its shelves in a bid to highlight its credentials for offering UK-sourced fruit and vegetables.
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Take a fresh look at dried fruits
Urban Fresh Fruit produces healthy snacks that also address environmental and ethical issues. Now it’s on a mission to crack the food-to-go market. Joanne Grew reports