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UK Wholesaler Langridge Organic Affected By Refrigeration Cyberattack
London-based fresh produce wholesaler Langridge Organic has been caught up in the series of cyberattacks targeting supermarket refrigeration systems across Europe and Ireland, albeit successfully averting product losses after spotting suspicious activity. Image: Langridge Organic The organic fruit and vegetable wholesaler, which supplies independent retailers and home delivery companies including Whole Foods Market and Riverford, prevented potential stock damage after staff
Irrigation Bans Loom In 2027 As Government Backs On-Farm Reservoirs
Producers across England could face significant spray irrigation restrictions during the 2027 growing season, as the government steps up efforts to remove barriers to on-farm reservoir construction in order to strengthen agricultural water resilience. The need for greater investment in water storage was highlighted at the fourth Farming and Food Partnership Board meeting on 26 October, where poultry and horticulture sector representatives agreed a package of actions focused o
‘Perfect Produce’ Expectations Among Barriers To IPM Adoption, Study Finds
Grower concerns about meeting retailer expectations for blemish-free fruit and vegetables are among ten barriers which are limiting the uptake of integrated pest management (IPM) in the UK fresh produce industry, according to new research from the University of Warwick. The study, titled ‘Integrated pest management uptake in UK fresh produce: Barriers and opportunities’ is based on interviews with 24 stakeholders across the fresh produce supply chain, and underlines the need
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UK–EU Food And Drink Deal Reportedly Agreed Ahead Of November Summit
A draft UK–EU food and drink agreement has reportedly been agreed ahead of the leaders’ summit on 20 November, prompting fresh warnings from Fresh Produce Consortium chief executive Nigel Jenney about costs for global fresh produce imports. According to The Grocer, a 200-page draft sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) agreement has been circulated to EU member states for discussion, with an official announcement expected at the summit. The proposed agreement would remove border c
Higher Banana Shipments Lift Belize’s Export Earnings From UK
Higher banana shipments helped lift Belize’s export earnings from the UK in September 2026, while reduced banana exports to the European Union contributed to a fall in revenues from that market. Figures from the Statistical Institute of Belize, reported by FreshPlaza, show that domestic merchandise export earnings from the UK rose to approximately £2.07 million, compared with £1.22 million in September 2025. The increase of around £852,000 was attributed to greater banana exp
British Leek Growers Launch Campaign To Inspire Seasonal Shopping
The British Leek Growers Association has launched a promotional campaign to encourage shoppers to make more of British leeks during the 2026/27 season, which runs through to May 2027. Bringing together leading UK growers and seed companies, the initiative centres on five themes: consumer value, health, convenience, enjoyment and discovery. Practical cooking ideas and ways to reduce food waste will feature alongside nutritional messaging, including information about leeks’ fib
Fresh Produce Businesses Face Borrowing Squeeze As Bank Rate Rise Looms
Fresh produce businesses could face higher borrowing costs as financial markets anticipate the Bank of England’s first interest rate increase since August 2023. Markets expect the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to raise Bank Rate from 3.75% to 4% on Thursday 5 November, according to reporting by PA Media published in The Standard. The decision has yet to be taken. The prospect comes as inflation gathers pace. Office for National Statistics figures show that Consumer Prices I
UK Supermarkets Face Refrigeration Cyber Risk As Attacks Disrupt European Stores
British supermarkets face a refrigeration security risk highlighted by fresh attacks across Europe, with research identifying more than 800 internet-exposed refrigeration and building-management controllers in the UK. The warning comes after suspected cyberattacks disrupted supermarket cooling systems in countries including Sweden, Belgium, Luxembourg and Ireland on Monday 2 November, forcing retailers to remove chilled and frozen food from sale. The National Cyber Security C
Kevin The Carrot Returns As Aldi Launches Christmas Missing-Pet Mystery
Aldi has unveiled a first glimpse of its Christmas advertising campaign, with Kevin the Carrot and his daughter Chantenay searching for their missing family pet, Cauli Dog. The supermarket’s 10-second teaser, shared across its social media channels, opens with Chantenay wishing for the cauliflower companion’s safe return. Father and daughter then put up ‘LOST’ posters, before the clip ends without revealing his whereabouts. The storyline follows Cauli Dog’s role in last year’
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