Downward Sales Trend on Grapes in the UK Market Due to Rising Living Cost

The UK market is disrupted at the moment, with many sectors striking and the cost of living increasing. Downward sales trends on several commodities, including grapes, have been observed in W7. As a result, a major supermarket in the UK has reduced imports from Peru this season. Customers are cash-strapped and retailers have switched from packing fruit in 500g to 400g packaging. As a result, the market seems to be oversupplied, and it is difficult for retailers to manage longer storage times. Therefore suppliers must ensure 100% quality when the fruit is packed, to account for logistical delays and travel time.