Cost of fresh produce finally set to drop

Cost of fresh produce finally set to drop

For the first time this year, the Food Price Index (FPI) shows a drop in the cost of fruit and vegetables as the country’s growers recover from a tough spell of weather-related challenges. United Fresh President, Jerry Prendergast, says the fall in prices for the...
Countdown scales up with new $150 million distribution centre

Countdown scales up with new $150 million distribution centre

This week Countdown announced its new, $150 million Auckland Fresh Distribution Centre (AFDC) is now officially open for business. The opening comes following Countdown’s recent announcement of plans for a new $99 million fresh distribution centre in Rolleston,...