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Love, Roses And Reality: Valentine’s Day Sparks Sales Surge And Sustainability Debate
Valentine’s Day 2026 delivered another powerful boost to the floriculture sector, with 464 million flowers traded through Royal FloraHolland’s clocks and direct channels in the run-up to 14 February — up from 452 million stems last year . Of those, around 150 million were roses, underlining the enduring appeal of the classic Valentine’s bloom. But alongside strong sales, this year’s Valentine’s period also saw a lively conversation emerge around flower choice and sourcing. El
Bradford’s Darley Street Market Crowned UK’s Best Food Market
Bradford's "truly impressive" Darley Street Market has been judged the best food market in the UK – just over six months after opening. Image courtesy of Bradford Council The venue was awarded the title by The National Association of British Markets, which described it as a "bold, modern food destination." The market opened in July after numerous delays and a spiralling budget, as a replacement for the long-standing Oastler and Kirkgate markets. Alex Ross Shaw, Bradford Counc
Veggie Valentines: Adorable ‘Cuddling Carrots’ Discovered
Love is in the air - and apparently the vegetable crates - after a pair of "cuddling carrots" were discovered among the fresh produce donated to a food recycling organisation just before Valentine's Day. While sorting though the donations, volunteers at Food Works Sheffield uncovered two carrots so tightly entwined they looked as though they were embracing. The team decided the pair were far too charming to chop, so they gave them pride of place near the till. Warehouse manag
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Rising Temperatures Will Cause Even Wetter Winters, Putting UK Crops At Risk
More winter rain and warmer temperatures are expected as climate change causes the UK’s weather to become more extreme, driving the need for further innovation to help UK fresh produce growers adapt and survive. At current levels of global warming, wet winters could become even more frequent, affecting housing, transport, and food supply, say scientists. If global temperatures increase by more than 2oC, the Met Office predicts the number of days per year with heavy rainfall
Tesco Scales Whoosh Rapid Grocery Deliveries, Turning Threat Into Advantage
Tesco has turned rapid grocery delivery from a competitive threat into a growth driver by scaling its Whoosh service, which delivers from stores in as little as 20 minutes and now accounts for an important share of the retailer's online sales. Image: Tesco The collapse or withdrawal of many quick‑commerce startups, such as Getir exiting the UK in 2024, has given Tesco the space to use its large store estate and greater TV advertising to capture fast‑delivery demand. Traditi
Avocados And Berries Top Valentine’s Day Fruit Shopping For At-Home Dining
UK consumers are shifting to home-cooked meals and dine-in deals for Valentine’s Day this year, with fruits, especially avocados and berries, among the key basket drivers for friends and couples planning a home-centred occasion from breakfast through dinner. Valentine’s Day spending is forecast to rise by 12% to £1.6bn in 2026, according to shopper marketing agency Savvy, and consumers are choosing to stay at home to avoid busy restaurants and to cut costs. Two thirds of adu
Fresh Produce Consortium Confirms Carefully Planned CEO Transition With Continuity Assured
The Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) has confirmed that Chief Executive Nigel Jenney intends to step down from his role in early 2027, following a planned and structured transition period. Nigel Jenney, CEO of FPC The decision has been taken jointly by Nigel and the Board to ensure long-term continuity, stability and strong succession planning for the organisation. Nigel will continue to lead FPC throughout the transition and has also agreed to remain involved in a Non-Executiv
Sustainability Efforts Being Overlooked, Hampering Willingness To Go Further, Say Farmers
A widening disconnect exists between on-farm sustainability action and the recognition and support that farmers receive from policy makers and the wider food chain, posing a barrier to faster progress for British agriculture, warns new research. An overwhelming 92% of farmers say their environmental work goes unrecognised, according to the first Pinstone Pulse report titled 'From Pressure to Partnership' . Despite sustainability expectations increasing and significant on‑f
Amazon Expands Iceland Grocery Deliveries Within UK, Launches In Northern Ireland
Amazon has extended its partnership with Iceland Foods to give customers in Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh, and Nottingham online access to a wide selection of groceries, from fresh food to everyday essentials, delivered in as little as 60 minutes. Image: Amazon UK The launch in Belfast marks the first time customers can shop from Iceland on Amazon in Northern Ireland. The roll-out to more UK cities forms part of Amazon's expansion of its online grocery partnerships with Icelan
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