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Ahead of Brexit, British retailers suffer worst September since the mid-1990s

British Retail Consortium says average growth over the past 12 months slowed to 0.2%, the weakest rate since the group began keeping records. Read more >

Fresh This Month

Forward-thinking finalists highlight short list for Food Made Good Awards

The winners of the awards will be announced 5 November at the Troxy; this year's leaders are inspiring chefs and those offering plant-based and climate-friendly solutions. Read more >
Scottish berry grower wins big at UK fresh industry's produce awards

Angus Soft Fruits captures Wholesale or Foodservice Supplier of the Year and Marketing or Digital Initiative of the Year at UK Fruit & Vegetable Awards. Read more >
Linkfresh's new 365 Business Central release puts focus on user productivity

Provider of supply chain ERP solutions for the fresh produce industry says its update includes more than 60 new features within its suites. Read more >
Soil Association opens Brexit readiness helpline for organic farmers

The group says a no-deal resolution "brings maximum uncertainty for organic food and farming, raising critical issues on the ability to trade and export." Read more >
Ahead of Brexit, British retailers suffer worst September since the mid-1990s

British Retail Consortium says average growth over the past 12 months slowed to 0.2%, the weakest rate since the group began keeping records. Read more >
Oxfam report alleges abuses in major supply chains that serve supermakets

The charity confederation says retailers’ "relentless" drive to cut costs and maximize profits is fuelling poverty and abuse in their supply chains. Read more >
Greencoat Capital announces greenhouse project in UK it says is 'world first'

The £120m effort is slated to be completed in 2020, with the Netherlands reportedly committed to leasing the space. Read more >

Fresh Opinions

British Apples And Pears Poised To Grow

The English Apple and Pear industry is gearing up to achieve 60% of the market by 2030 with year-round availability. 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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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 >

Forward-thinking finalists highlight short list for Food Made Good Awards
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Scottish berry grower wins big at UK fresh industry's produce awards
Read More >
Linkfresh's new 365 Business Central release puts focus on user productivity
Read More >
Soil Association opens Brexit readiness helpline for organic farmers
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Ahead of Brexit, British retailers suffer worst September since the mid-1990s
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