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Welcome to the Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) web site. FPC is the trade association for the fresh produce sector in the UK. Membership covers every area of the industry spectrum including wholesalers, importers, packers, food service, retailers and floral.
The FPC is committed to the increased success of the produce and floral industries of the United Kingdom. Find out more...
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We represent our members in many key areas. Find out more about what we do.
We offer business services for Health & Safety, Energy and Insurance.
Our website provides the latest news & market information plus access to publications.
CARBON CALCULATOR - Get ahead of the game, measure your carbon emissions
http://www.brown-co.com/environmental/carbon_footprint.php
We have
been working with Covent Garden Market Authority and Brown & Co to develop this carbon calculator. Click on the link to identify where efficiencies can be made and costs reduced, particularly in energy use and market your produce as having a low carbon footprint.
Website design & development: 1 Choice Internet Ltd |
Latest News
IDC puts air-freighted produce in perspective
FPC comments on PRC Quarter 4 Report
FPC calls on UK to follow Scottish lead to expand School Fruit & Veg Scheme
FPC Pesticide Registration MRLs and Risk Assessment by Cathy Eiden EPA
FPC Press Release - be reasonable about 'seasonable'
Mapping waste in the supply chain
Slough gangmaster loses GLA licence
FPC Press Release - Fresh produce industry puts best foot forward 02 04 09
PAN scrutinises retailer over pesticides
27 March 2009
How to create a DUCR v10 ALV - 3 Pilot Phases in March/April. If you wish to be involved in the 4th Phase phase 11 May contact FPC
Supply Chain Practices Consultation
24 February 2009
FPC Press Release - Confusion fuels concerns for horticulture 23 February 09
FSA consumer survey - 20 February 09
Automatic Licence Verification System (ALV) pilot seeks input - 13 February 09
SITPRO Ports Review - 06 February 09
FPC Press Release - FPC dinner celebrates Kenyan links 04 02 09
Response to Freshinfo Soil Association target article 27 01 09
FPC Response to FPJ David Shapley column 27 01 09 - subject: EU crop protection restriction - letter to the editor from Nigel Jenney
National Outbreaks and Incidents - Dr Bob Adak HPA January 2009
FPC Press Release - European Parliament Jeopardises Fruit & Veg Supply
FInal EU Proposals on Crop Protection Products
PRESS RELEASE - Future of horticulture remains critical
Gordon Brown responds to EU proposals
Fruit Logistica - Pre-book and save
PRESS RELEASE - FPC marks the passing of former president
PRESS RELEASE - Food security still at risk from EU proposals
Revised Marketing Standards get the go-ahead
EU proposals on pesticides – next steps
Importers Division nominations
Commission to set nutrient profiles
European consumers and food labelling
FPC Membership
We are the trade association for the fresh produce industry and represent our members in key areas.
We organise a range of meetings and forums within our divisions to discuss current issues and concerns and take action on behalf of members.
We work closely with a range of stakeholders including DEFRA, HMRC and RPAI. We have successfully influenced the implementation of the revised Plant Health legislation promoting the acceptance of a risk-based approach to import inspections, and development of an electronic system of notifying arrival to ensure minimum disruption to members’ businesses. More...
