Growers face battlefield in supply chain
Serious problems continue to plague the fresh produce supply chain which may force growers to reduce the amount they produce, an NFU report being launched today will say. NFU horticulture board chairman Guy Poskitt will unveil Catalyst Revisited, an update to the NFU’s ground-breaking Catalyst for Change report, launched three years ago, which highlighted a […]
Action needed at UK and European level
Following yesterdays’s meeting of UK farming unions and ministers, Deputy Minister for Farming and Food in Wales, Rebecca Evans said, “The supply chain remains a critical element within both the milk and red meat sectors. “All in the supply chain need to act in a responsible manner if the industry is to safely negotiate the […]
How is Tesco committed to British farmers?
The NFU is today set to ask Tesco how it has progressed on a number of commitments made to British agriculture at the NFU’s annual conference two years ago. At the Tesco AGM , held at the QEII in Westminster, NFU President Meurig Raymond is due to ask whether Tesco’s aspirations to shorten supply chains, […]
ADM acquires 17 trucks to better serve customers in the UK
Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) announced today that it has launched a new fleet of 17 trucks for ADM Direct, the company’s grains and oilseeds sourcing branch in the United Kingdom. The fleet, which will be based at ADM facilities in Erith, Purfleet and Corby, will be used to transport raw materials and finished goods […]
Tensions in the potato supply chain follow two years of overproduction
Twelve months ago Potato Council’s ‘Market Dynamics Report’ highlighted that 2013 year-on-year retail volume sales had fallen by 8 per cent (the equivalent of 133,000 fewer tonnes). However, in 2014, just over 121,000 hectares were planted in again in Great Britain, a figure very similar to the year before. “A favourable growing season in 2014 […]
Local food sourcing puts regional retailer in running for national award
The East of England Co-op has been shortlisted for a national award in recognition of its innovative Sourced Locally supply chain, which provides shoppers with a fresh choice of locally-sourced produce on a daily basis. The independent retailer’s ability to have products delivered direct to store, straight from the fields and factories of local producers […]
Arla Foods recognised by Mcdonalds as Sustainable Supply Award winner
McDonald’s has announced its “2014 Best of Sustainable Supply” award winners in a report highlighting how suppliers achieved significant results by identifying opportunities and applying sustainable solutions in diverse places across the world. More than 600 entries were submitted, with Arla Foods earning a prestigious place alongside 50 other leading projects. McDonald’s leadership and external […]
Mums, grandparents and teachers report back on the supply chain journey behind McDonald’s most iconic products
McDonald’s UK today unveils a series of interactive reports revealing exactly how some of its most iconic products are made. The reports are told through the eyes of Quality Scouts, members of the public who this summer took part in unprecedented behind-the-scenes visits from farm to food production to restaurant counter. McDonald’s invitation for members […]
Asda launches PoultryLink seven crop contracts
The new supply chain scheme has been developed to provide security and confidence for Asda’s broiler and Turkey farmers to allow them to grow their businesses and in-turn ensure a sustainable British source of poultry products for Asda stores, explained Asda agriculture manager Pearce Hughes. “PoultryLink farmers will be able to access industry leading seven […]
