Tesco introduces new measures in all stores to avoid shortages of certain foods
12.01.2024 - 12:11
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Tesco has announced it is making a change in all of its stores to avoid shortages of certain foods.
Shoppers may soon find that some vegetable products such as cauliflowers and cabbages are smaller than the ones they are used to purchasing. That's because the retailer has decided to accept smaller-than-usual vegetables from its suppliers, whose businesses have been impacted by flooding in recent weeks.
One grower reported that sprouts were growing underwater due to the flooding, and that it was a race against the clock to pull vegetables from the ground before they started to rot. It is hoped that Tesco's relaxation of size requirements will help to reduce the risk of shortages.
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Vegetables affected by the change include sprouts, cauliflowers, cabbages and leeks. Tom Mackintosh, Tesco Fresh Produce and Horticulture Director, said accepting smaller vegetables will "support the fresh produce industry while ensuring that customers are able to continue to buy British winter vegetables".
He added: “We’re pleased to be able to provide support to our growers, farmers and suppliers who are facing really challenging harvesting conditions.”
Heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding has affected growers around the country, including in Lincolnshire, East Anglia, Cornwall and Scotland. One of the biggest growers of winter vegetables, TH Clements, based near Boston in Lincolnshire, reported that they have only had a handful of dry days since October which has made harvesting difficult.
TH Clements commercial director John Moulding said: “This is the