M&S readies for takeoff with Ocado by releasing a number of new products

The retailer unveils hundreds of new items prior to the official start of its partnership, expanding its range of products throughout stores and online, including greater fruit and veg options. Read more >

Fresh This Month

New Zealand: T&G posts strong first half of 2020 despite Covid challenges

CEO Edgecomb: “Our decision to charter a ship early in the season, to move apples to Europe and the United Kingdom, meant we got ahead of any potential logistical challenges." Read more >
Flexible packaging leader ePac expands growing network into France

The new facility in Lyon, which will continue the mission of providing quick-turnarounds on roll stock and pouches, builds on the company's interests in Europe. Read more >
UK government provides assist on high-tech SmartParc food facility in Derby

The £18m investment will help launch the £300m project and research centre, giving the city an economic jolt and the UK a massive boost in manufacturing and distribution. Read more >
Branston employees happy to take on 80-day fitness challenge for charity

Workers take on the task of completing a nearly 25,000-mile trek by walking, running, cycling and canoeing for several charitable groups in the North and in Scotland. Read more >
Greengages are all the rage at Waitrose shops for home cooks, pastry chefs

With help of a bumper crop from its longtime grower Michael Bentley, the UK retailer gives customers looking to make jams an early treat. Read more >
M&S readies for takeoff with Ocado by releasing a number of new products

The retailer unveils hundreds of new items prior to the official start of its partnership, expanding its range of products throughout stores and online, including greater fruit and veg options. Read more >
National Food Strategy targets children's health and access to quality meals

Dame Emma Thompson and Young Ambassadors get behind recommendations that call for expansion of free school meals and increase of Healthy Start food vouchers. Read more >

Fresh Opinions

Impact of Covid-19 on the European produce supply chain

This crisis has taught us that the fruit and vegetable supply chain in Europe and globally is fragile. View full post >

On the side of angels

With evidence backing fresh produce, why is it not included in the protocols and treatment plans of health insurance companies and hospitals? View full post >

Frieda Caplan: So Good At Lifting Us Up

Her presence reminds us that we can be more inclusive, more successful and generous of heart. View full post >

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Fresh Insight

Covent Garden Tenants issue High Court action against CGMA to halt redevelopment

Covent Garden Tenants Association claims the Market Authority is acting illegally in carrying out a plan for New Covent Garden Market that it argues is ‘unworkable, unnecessary and uneconomical.’ Read more >

New Zealand: T&G posts strong first half of 2020 despite Covid challenges
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Flexible packaging leader ePac expands growing network into France
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UK government provides assist on high-tech SmartParc food facility in Derby
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Branston employees happy to take on 80-day fitness challenge for charity
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Greengages are all the rage at Waitrose shops for home cooks, pastry chefs
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