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FPC Fresh Produce Hub Delivers Standout Success At IFE 2026
The Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) has hailed the FPC Fresh Produce Hub as a resounding success at International Food & Drink Event 2026, with strong exhibitor engagement, high visitor footfall and immediate rebookings already confirmed for 2027. Held at ExCeL London from 30 March to 1 April, the Hub once again proved to be a focal point for the fresh produce industry, bringing together leading growers, suppliers and service providers in a vibrant, collaborative space designe
UK Food Industry Unites To Tackle Hunger Through Nationwide Campaign And Supply Chain Innovation
Five of the UK’s leading supermarkets have joined forces in an unprecedented collaboration to tackle food poverty, launching a nationwide fundraising campaign alongside a broader industry initiative to redistribute surplus food to those in need. The campaign, titled Let’s Make a Meal of It , is running throughout April across Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Waitrose and Marks & Spencer, enabling millions of customers to donate in-store and online. Every £1 raised will fund the
Government Moves Grocery Watchdog To Defra
Responsibility for the UK’s grocery watchdog is set to transfer to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) in a move aimed at strengthening fairness across the food supply chain. The Groceries Code Adjudicator (GCA), which regulates relationships between the UK’s largest supermarket retailers and their direct suppliers, will shift from the Department for Business and Trade to Defra from 1 July 2026. The change is designed to create a more “joined-up” a
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Tories Warn Fertiliser And Carbon Taxes Risk Undermining UK Food Security
Concerns over the impact of fertiliser and carbon-related taxes on UK agriculture have intensified, with senior Conservatives warning that current policies could threaten domestic food security and place further strain on already pressured farming businesses. Kemi Badenoch has pledged to scrap the Government’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) if her party returns to power, arguing that the policy is adding significant cost pressures to farms reliant on fertiliser in
Years Of Planning Shield Gulf Food Systems From Iran War Shock
Gulf nations have drawn on years of strategic planning, investment and structural reform to maintain food supply stability despite the severe disruption caused by the ongoing Iran conflict, according to recent analysis. The war, which has disrupted key trade routes including the Strait of Hormuz, has placed extraordinary pressure on global supply chains. The waterway is a critical artery for both energy and agricultural inputs, and its disruption has already triggered volatil
Belgian Potato Suppliers Target UK Market Expansion
Belgian potato suppliers are stepping up efforts to expand their presence in the UK market, as rising production and a strong focus on innovation create new export opportunities. Latest industry figures show that Belgium’s potato plantings increased by 12.5 per cent between 2023 and 2025, reaching an estimated 107,685 hectares. This growth is strengthening the country’s position as a major European supplier and supporting ambitions to develop key export markets, including th
UK Food Inflation May Exceed 9% This Year, Even If Hormuz Reopens
UK food inflation could rise to at least 9% by the end of 2026 as the Iran war pushes up energy costs and disrupts supply chains, according to revised forecasts from the Food and Drink Federation (FDF). The trade body said its forecast has nearly tripled from an earlier estimate of 3.2%, and takes into account assumptions that the Strait of Hormuz will re-open within the next two to three weeks. The outlook reflects a sharp deterioration in the outlook for the energy-intens
Chancellor Meets Supermarket Leaders For Price Discussions As Concerns Grow
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has met leaders from Britain’s biggest supermarkets to discuss the pressure on household budgets and the risk of higher food prices and shortages while energy, fuel, and fertiliser costs continue to climb. As concerns grow, the talks held yesterday (Wednesday, 1 April) were expected to focus on possible supply bottlenecks and the potential extent of the impact of the Middle East conflict on the cost of living. Executives from Sainsbury’s, Tesco and M
Fresh Produce Sells Better Near Supermarket Entrances, Study Finds
Positioning fruit and vegetable sections at supermarket entrances increases sales and may improve women's diet quality, according a new study funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). Published in the journal PLOS Medicine , the research found that when fresh produce was moved to a more prominent position near entrances, stores sold more fruit and vegetables. In total, around 2,525 additional portions of fruit and veg were sold per store, per week
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