Global Grape Summit announces stellar lineup of panelists, insightful sessions

The commercially focused event — in conjunction with The London Produce Show and Conference — will feature several educational sessions; M&S, Sainsbury's reps will be part of UK panel. Read more >

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Aldi extends partnership with Neighbourly to donate food, reduce waste

The supermarket chain expects surplus giving, which will take place at all of its stores, to increase by 50 percent as it continues its work with community engagement group. Read more >
Global Grape Summit announces stellar lineup of panelists, insightful sessions

The commercially focused event — in conjunction with The London Produce Show and Conference — will feature several educational sessions; M&S, Sainsbury's reps will be part of UK panel. Read more >
The Greenery reports disappointing year for net profit, announces future plans

The Dutch company says it plans to continue its partnership with UK-based APS but admits it has concerns over potential disruptions caused by Brexit. Read more >
Optimizing sorting tech would grant produce industry a 'quick win', says TOMRA

The Norwegian company says tackling waste can lead to profits; 'Selling fruit or vegetables as a lower grade of produce ... is far better than not selling it at all.' Read more >
South Africa anticipates challenging apple and pear season in Europe

The country’s topfruit marketing window and prices look set to come under pressure, but trade body Hortgro says fruit colour and eating quality will be “very good”. Read more >
LPS '19 preview: Italy’s Alegra aims to cement UK position as deciduous fruit supplier

The marketer is eager to emphasise its offer of large, reliable volumes with standardised quality across kiwifruit, pears and stonefruit. Read more >
Ethical Trading Initiative sees 'insufficient progress', terminates Fyffes’ membership

A year after suspending the company, ETI acts on formal complaints from groups representing workers in Honduras; the Ireland-based fruit company has the right to appeal. Read more >

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Perishable Pundit: The Words That Can't Be Spoken

Who Is buying product not in compliance with leafy greens metrics and where are the industry leaders stepping up to solve this problem? 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 >

‘Doing Good Today, For Tomorrow’ Becomes Commonplace

Companies get serious about ‘making what we have last as long as possible‬’‭ ‬ View full post >

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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 >

Aldi extends partnership with Neighbourly to donate food, reduce waste
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Global Grape Summit announces stellar lineup of panelists, insightful sessions
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The Greenery reports disappointing year for net profit, announces future plans
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Optimizing sorting tech would grant produce industry a 'quick win', says TOMRA
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South Africa anticipates challenging apple and pear season in Europe
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