The Fresh Produce Journal Podcast

News, views and the insider scoop from the journalists behind the top stories affecting the UK fruit and veg sector, hosted by Nina Pullman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Fresh Produce Journal Podcast is a news podcast hosted by Fruitnet, with 15 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Fruitnet hosts The Fresh Produce Journal Podcast, a news show with 15 episodes published.

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  Episode #14

  Are droughts and crop shortages the new normal?

  Aug 12, 202629 min

  As the UK enters its fifth heatwave of the year and growers face drought, crop shortages and uncertain harvests, host Nina Pullman is joined by Fresh Produce Journal editor Fred Searle and staff writer Julia Bottoms to discuss if, and how, the industry can adapt to extreme weather as the new normal.   Plus, veg producer Barfoots’ chief operating officer Keston Williams outlines the company’s plans for future sustainability investments, from hydrogen fuel cells to underground water transfer pipes.   Articles relevant to this episode How water became the watchword in fresh produce Brassica ‘emergency’ set to continue Barfoots celebrates 50 years Don’t forget to hit subscribe so you never miss a show. To find out how to sponsor the Fresh Produce Journal Podcast, email us at podcasts@fruitnet.com The Fresh Produce Journal Podcast is produced and presented by Nina Pullman for Fruitnet Media International. It is part of the Fruitnet Podcast Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #13

  The FPJ Big 50 Products: Risers, fallers and what's to come

  Jul 17, 202629 min

  Which category has knocked the long-standing leader off the top of the FPJ Big 50 Products leaderboard? How have geopolitical conflict and inflation shaped the last year of fresh produce sales? And which categories have bucked the trend to see innovation and premiumisation pay dividends? Nina Pullman and Fred Searle reveal all in this companion podcast to the 2026 Big 50 Products supplement. Articles relevant to this episode Change at the top of the FPJ Big 50 Products. Analysis: How fresh produce must adapt to a new normal . Don’t forget to hit subscribe so you never miss a show. To find out how to sponsor the Fresh Produce Journal Podcast, email podcasts@fruitnet.com or email subscriptions@fruitnet.com to order your copy of the FPJ Big 50 Products 2026. The Fresh Produce Journal Podcast is produced and presented by Nina Pullman for Fruitnet Media International. It is part of the Fruitnet Podcast Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #12

  How EU realignment risks global fruit imports

  Jul 2, 20268 min

  Nina Pullman is joined by chief executive of the Fresh Produce Consortium, Nigel Jenney, to discuss how the upcoming EU-UK reset deal could spell trouble for imports from the rest of the world. While set to ease trade with Europe, the new plans could increase checks across widespread fruit and veg imports from the rest of the world, with increased costs, delays and potentially higher food prices as a result. Jenney warns importers to make sure they realise the impact of changes and raise any concerns before negotiations conclude. Elsewhere, after 22 years' at the helm and with a planned departure for mid 2027, Jenney reflects on the changing fresh produce industry, some of the biggest challenges he's faced and why young people need to be made aware of the opportunities within the sector. Recorded at Festival of Fresh, for Fruitnet's Podcast Network. Produced and presented by Nina Pullman. Articles relevant to this episode: Importers urged to consider impact of new checks Growing more in the UK ' won't solve food security ' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  The Fresh Produce Journal Podcast

  The most influential people in fresh produce

  May 20, 202642 minS0

  <p>In this complementary episode to the new People in Produce issue of FPJ, Nina, Michael and Fred share their top three most influential people in the sector today.</p><br><p>Plus, recruitment expert Max MacGillivray joins Nina to discuss a gap in the market for senior figures used to six-figure pay packets, who now face a consolidated industry with fewer high-level roles.</p><br><p>Max explains how roles in peripheral industries to food, such as storage or defence, could hold unexpected potential, compared to less secure avenue of self employed consultancy.</p><br><p>Relevant articles to...

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  Episode #10

  Price wars and production costs

  Apr 28, 202622 minS0

  <p>Nina Pullman is joined by Michael Barker to debate the pros and cons of the Easter price battle between Morrisons, Aldi and Lidl, with all three retailers cutting British veg lines to 4p. They consider the industry reaction at a time of rising production costs, how retailer strategies vary from discounting to loyalty, and the UK’s unique position on produce pricing compared to other markets, such as the US.</p><br><p>Meanwhile, tomato growers have been all over the mainstream news making the case for more support as they face a litany of rising costs, from the Ir...

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