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UK Food Sector to Boost Economy by £5 Billion

9/27/2025

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Story summary
  • The UK food system could gain £5 billion and create 60,000 jobs through targeted action in horticulture and poultry.
  • Indian startup Handpickd raised $15 million to strengthen its fruits and vegetables supply chain.
  • Pick n Pay opened its first Hypermarket in Pietermaritzburg to meet local needs.
  • South Africa's online retail sales are projected to exceed $7.42 billion this year.