Jim Prevor, the Perishable Pundit gives his unique take on the great Brexit : Bremain debate looking back at history and forward to the implications for the UK’s relationship with the US, the fresh produce trade and beyond

Tommy Leighton examines the harsh economic realities facing the capital city’s wholesale landlords and tenants as the value of their sites rises and talk of composite markets gains traction

Gal Wollach, vice-president of international sales at R.O.P., says there has to be far more to modern produce packaging solutions than simply extending the shelf life of the product to gratify buyers

Nick Carroll, retail analyst at Mintel, says the UK convenience grocery business is booming as 17% of Brits visit local stores at least four times a week

With 40% of people in the UK feeling that their employer doesn’t do enough to engage them, Phil Foster from Love Energy Savings shares some top tips for improving employee engagement

Nic Jooste, director of marketing and corporate social responsibility at Dutch importer-distributor Cool Fresh International, points out why copying innovation goes against the grain of differentiation

Tom Davenport at MarketInvoice claims worsening supermarket payment terms are a ‘real worry’ for suppliers; explaining that a radical overhaul of the business relationship is required

As she heads off on a 12-month horticultural sabbatical, Waitrose buyer Amy Lance reveals what she hopes to achieve from working across the UK, California, west Africa and South Africa

Our very own Briony Dunmore recounts the first Crowdfunded asparagus feast in the UK; highlighting the benefits other produce categories could reap from funding similar profile and exposure building events

Jim Prevor, the Perishable Pundit, offers his insight into why generic promotional pleas to increase fresh-produce consumption might have failed and offers fresh ideas on different approaches