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News
Brits in the dark over fibre health benefits as millions miss target
New research shows the average consumer thinks they should be getting just 12.4g of fibre a day, less than half of the government’s recommendation
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Comment & Opinion
Why ‘30 plant points’ will usurp the old-fashioned 5 a day
The ‘30 plant points’ concept is a more comprehensive and meaningful way to track the variety of plants in our diets, says Caroline Hughes, marketing director at Gosh Foods
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News
UK food inflation to rise by 34% due to climate change in next two decades
New research from the Autonomy Institute has warned that while UK inflation unexpectedly hit 3.6% in June, worse is yet to come
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News
British fruit & veg should be put at heart of NHS plan, growers say
In a letter to the health secretary, grower representatives have warned that with vital funding for English fruit and vegetable production due to expire this year, growers risk being left behind
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News
Tesco launches ‘ambitious’ new drive to tackle 5 a day crisis
A wave of new Clubcard Prices and other offers will be launched across the summer on fruit, veg and other nutritious snacks for children
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News
UK blackcurrant harvest arrives two weeks early after warm spring
Growers across the country have reported a strong, high-quality crop with the first fruit picked on 25 June, marking one of the earliest harvests
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News
Innocent reveals £1m regenerative agriculture fund winners
The scheme supports innovative projects that champion regenerative agriculture and help safeguard the future long-term supply of fruit & veg
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Category Report
Currant affairs: how the cost of dried fruit is hindering home baking
As ingredient prices soar, classic bakes like fruitcake are on their way out. How can the sector get Brits back to their mixing bowls?
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News
Co-op launches mojito cocktail flavoured grapes
The ‘Mojito Fresh’ variety will arrive in UK stores from 23 July after growers noticed its flavour resembled the classic cocktail
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News
British berries experiencing ‘spectacular’ season in supply and demand
Data from British Berry Growers has shown almost all major multiple retailers are showing sales increase across strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and blackberries
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Analysis & Features
Will others follow Co-op in dropping Israeli produce?
Co-op has announced an end to the sourcing of Israeli goods, alongside those from 16 other ’countries of concern’
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News
Changes to seasonal labour model ‘would cost industry £43m per year’
Implementing the Employer Pays Principle in the UK horticulture sector would further impact food security, a study has warned
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News
Apple orchards 'could halve in 12 years without action'
The caution was issued by British Apples & Pears, which revealed the number of apple orchards in the UK could halve in just 12 years unless action is taken
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News
Fresh Del Monte UK reassures customers it’s business as usual
The Fresh Del Monte company, which operates in the UK and EU, has said it has no legal, operational or financial affiliation to Del Monte Foods which has filed for bankruptcy in the US
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Comment & Opinion
Hyper-unreal AI food video trends tap into human brain’s dark side
Two foodie trends in AI-generated short-form content are emerging: cutting glass fruit and feeding food to itself
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Analysis & Features
How will healthy sales targets and fines be applied?
Supermarkets wanted mandatory reporting on healthy sales targets. In a plan based on Nesta policy, they’ve got it – as well as sales targets
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News
Asda launches golden raspberries into UK stores
The berries will be available for a limited window, while the crop lasts, in Asda stores
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KVI Tracker
Strawberries and cream up to 30% more expensive as input costs soar
Strawberries across the major multiples have seen steady inflation as growers grapple with increased wage costs
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Comment & Opinion
Global sourcing doesn’t have to mean less sustainable
With pressures from climate change, the challenge isn’t whether to source globally – it’s how to do so with purpose, transparency and integrity, says Carole Tredrea, acting trade commissioner UK&I at New Zealand Trade & Enterprise
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Category Report
Who will blink first? Trends in fresh produce 2025
UK growers are demanding more government and retail support to help them compete with cheap foreign imports. Will they get it?