Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Bank of England Set to Cut Rates, Boosting Business Growth
The Bank of England policymakers are widely expected to cut borrowing costs for businesses and homeowners by reducing official interest...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 72 min read
Trump's Tariffs Set to Shock UK Economy, Halving Growth and Raising Inflation, Warns NIESR
Following Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election, the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR) has...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 72 min read
Fragile Supply Chains Exposed as Deadly Floods Devastate Spanish Agriculture
The devastating floods and storms that have swept through southern and eastern Spain, claiming over 250 lives, have also exposed the...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 72 min read
Greenhouses Reborn: A Community-led Fresh Food Revolution
A derelict complex of greenhouses in Sheffield is blooming back to life, thanks to the efforts of a local social food enterprise. Food...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 62 min read
Morrisons Extends Support to Fruit & Veg Growers with New 5% Discount for Farmers
Morrisons has unveiled a new initiative to support its farmers, offering them a 5% discount in stores and online. This gesture of...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 63 min read
Half of Lorry Drivers Dismayed by UK's Lack of Quality Rest Stops
Nearly half of all lorry drivers in the UK are dissatisfied with the quality and availability of suitable rest stops, according to a new...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 62 min read
Aldi Accelerates UK Expansion with 11 New Stores Before Christmas
Aldi is ramping up its presence in the UK retail sector, with ambitious plans to open 11 new stores before Christmas. This expansion is...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 62 min read
Shropshire Grower Expands Production of 'Finding Nemo' Potatoes After Tesco Trial Success
A quirky variety of potato named after the beloved Disney character is set to make waves in kitchens across the UK after a successful...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 52 min read
Farmers Warn of "Tax Raid" Threatening 75% of British Food Production
Farmers have issued a stark warning that Rachel Reeves's recent tax reforms could adversely affect approximately 75% of British food...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 52 min read
A Legacy of Love and Fresh Produce: The Passing of Bernard and Joan O'Malley
Bernard O’Malley, the founder of major UK fresh produce supplier Nationwide Produce, has passed away at the age of 88, marking the end of...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 54 min read
Tiny Tomato Plants That Pack a Punch Could Prove Breakthrough Crop For UK Precision Breeding
A precision-bred tomato variety that produces up to 400% more fruit over one year than conventional tomatoes could be a breakthrough crop...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 42 min read
Bank of England Poised to Cut Interest Rates as 2025 Budget Tempers Market Expectations
The Bank of England is expected to lower interest rates this week, while markets are betting on fewer cuts next year after forecasts...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 44 min read
Deadly Spanish Floods Wipe Out Fruit and Veg Crops, Heightening UK Supply Fears
Experts have warned that it is likely that supply chains of some crops on the Spanish farmland deluged by the floods, such as citrus...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 42 min read
Sainsbury’s Brings Fresh Produce Price Battle to Convenience Stores with Aldi Match Expansion
Sainsbury’s has stepped up the grocery price war by extending its Aldi Price Match scheme into its convenience stores, becoming the first...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 12 min read
UK Government Borrowing Costs Soar: Markets React Sharply to Reeves' Budget Plan
The cost of UK government borrowing has surged to its highest level in over a year following Wednesday’s Budget announcement, raising...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 12 min read
Flash Floods Devastate Spanish Agriculture, Exposing Fragility of UK Food Supply
The devastating flash floods that have swept across Spain are a stark reminder of the urgent need for stronger domestic food resilience...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Nov 13 min read
Getir's Rise and Fall: How Rapid Expansion Led to an Even Faster Collapse
The name “Getir” might not ring a bell for most UK shoppers—and with good reason. After just two-and-a-half years in operation, the...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Aug 162 min read
Dole Reaps the Rewards: Strong Q2 Performance Sets Stage for Continued Growth
Dole plc, a leading global fruit and vegetable producer and distributor, has reported a robust 1.5% increase in fresh fruit revenue for...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Aug 152 min read
UK Inflation Rise Signals Return to Economic Stability
The UK has experienced its first inflation increase of the year, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rising to 2.2% in July. This...
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Sarah-Jayne Gratton
Aug 152 min read
UK's Fresh Veg Crisis: Home-Grown Produce Hits Record Low Amid Growing Reliance on Imports
The UK's declining self-sufficiency in fresh vegetables is an issue of growing concern, with the country now more reliant than ever on...
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