{"id":383,"date":"2026-11-09T11:23:13","date_gmt":"2026-11-09T11:23:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/georgeperry.co.uk\/produce-index\/?p=383"},"modified":"2026-11-09T11:24:21","modified_gmt":"2026-11-09T11:24:21","slug":"weekly-fresh-produce-index-9th-november-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/georgeperry.co.uk\/produce-index\/weekly-fresh-produce-index-9th-november-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekly Fresh Produce Index | 9th November 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\n.gp-index {font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;color:#172c35;line-height:1.55;max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto;font-size:15px}\n.gp-index h1 {color:#153c39;font-size:32px;line-height:1.15;margin:9px 0 14px}\n.gp-index h2 {color:#153c39;font-size:23px;margin:29px 0 12px}\n.gp-index p {margin:10px 0 15px}\n.gp-index .gp-eyebrow {font-size:12px;font-weight:bold;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;color:#56816c}\n.gp-index .gp-date {font-size:14px;color:#53666a;padding-bottom:16px;border-bottom:3px solid #4f9068}\n.gp-index .gp-lead {font-size:17px;line-height:1.6}\n.gp-index .gp-points {display:flex;gap:12px;flex-wrap:wrap;margin:20px 0}\n.gp-index .gp-point {flex:1 1 190px;border:1px solid #d7e8dd;background:#f5faf7;border-radius:8px;padding:15px}\n.gp-index .gp-point strong {color:#215a44;display:block;margin-bottom:6px}\n.gp-index .gp-table-scroll {width:100%;overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch}\n.gp-index table {border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;min-width:670px;font-size:13px}\n.gp-index th {background:#174a3a;color:white;padding:11px 9px;text-align:left}\n.gp-index td {padding:10px 9px;border-bottom:1px solid #e2e9e4;vertical-align:top}\n.gp-index tbody tr:nth-child(even) {background:#f5f9f6}\n.gp-index .gp-source {font-size:12px;color:#60716d;margin:8px 0 13px}\n.gp-index .gp-cta {background:#174a3a;color:#fff;padding:22px;border-radius:9px;margin:27px 0}\n.gp-index .gp-cta h2 {color:#fff;margin:0 0 10px}\n.gp-index .gp-cta a {color:#d7f3dd;text-decoration:underline}\n.gp-index .gp-cta p {margin:9px 0}\n.gp-index .gp-disclaimer {font-size:12px;color:#53666a;border-top:1px solid #d7e5d9;padding-top:13px}\n.gp-index .gp-trend-up{color:#9d2e26;font-weight:700}\n.gp-index .gp-trend-down{color:#1c7b49;font-weight:700}\n.gp-index .gp-trend-stable{color:#5d6667;font-weight:600}\n.gp-index .gp-subtitle{font-size:14px;color:#53666a}\n@media(max-width:550px){.gp-index h1{font-size:28px}.gp-index h2{font-size:21px}.gp-index .gp-lead{font-size:16px}}\n@media print{.gp-index h2,.gp-index .gp-cta{break-inside:avoid}.gp-index .gp-point,.gp-index tr{break-inside:avoid}}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"gp-index\" aria-label=\"George Perry Weekly Fresh Produce Index\">\n<div class=\"gp-eyebrow\">George Perry Ltd | Fresh Produce Market Intelligence<\/div>\n<h1>UK Wholesale Fresh Produce Market Report: Week Commencing 9th November 2026<\/h1>\n<p class=\"gp-date\">Week commencing Monday 9th November 2026<\/p>\n<p class=\"gp-lead\">Welcome to the UK wholesale fresh produce market report for week commencing Monday 9th November 2026, compiled directly by the trading team at George Perry Ltd. Operating out of Birmingham Wholesale Market, our team provides commercial buyers, secondary wholesalers, independent grocers and catering businesses with real-time insight into fruit availability, eating quality and seasonal supply movements across the market floor.<\/p>\n<h2>Market Overview &#038; Seasonal Trends<\/h2>\n<p>Trading across Birmingham Wholesale Market has shown clear momentum as we progress through November. Commercial buyers are increasingly turning their focus towards late-autumn lines and early preparation for the upcoming festive period. Across the fruit sector, overall supply channels remain stable and well-supported, with minimal structural disruptions across key staple commodities.<\/p>\n<p>The English apple campaign is transitioning smoothly into stored UK crop lines. As atmospheric storage conditions stabilise, eating quality, crispness and brix levels are set to improve steadily over the coming weeks. Meanwhile, the soft fruit market remains a focal point for buyers: strawberry availability continues to run tight as European production shifts, though South African imports are providing solid backup across blueberries and raspberries. Foodservice and catering orders are gaining pace across the Midlands as event venues and hospitality outlets begin stocking for early Christmas bookings.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gp-points\">\n<div class=\"gp-point\"><strong>\ud83c\udf53 Berry Availability<\/strong>Soft fruit supplies remain constrained on strawberries, while South African blueberry and raspberry imports maintain steady volume.<\/div>\n<div class=\"gp-point\"><strong>\ud83c\udf4e UK Apple Transition<\/strong>Stored English apple crop is coming to market, with eating quality and flavour profiles expected to strengthen consistently.<\/div>\n<div class=\"gp-point\"><strong>\ud83e\udd51 Seasonal Value<\/strong>Avocados, bananas and good-eating citrus lines present the most dependable volume and commercial value options for buyers this week.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Weekly Fresh Produce Market Index<\/h2>\n<p class=\"gp-source\">Trading observations and supply trends from the George Perry market floor for the week beginning 9th November 2026.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gp-table-scroll\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Weekly produce market index\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"col\">Produce Line<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">Market Activity<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">Supply Status<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">Eating Quality<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">Supply &#038; Market Insight<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Bananas<\/td>\n<td><span class=\"gp-trend-stable\">\u2192 Stable<\/span><\/td>\n<td>Very Good<\/td>\n<td>Excellent<\/td>\n<td>Consistent arrival schedules delivering excellent fruit colour, steady ripening control and exceptional sugar levels.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Strawberries<\/td>\n<td><span class=\"gp-trend-stable\">Slower Trading<\/span><\/td>\n<td>Short<\/td>\n<td>Very Good<\/td>\n<td>Limited Dutch glasshouse supply available on the floor. Buyers are watching for the arrival of new-season import arrivals.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Blueberries &#038; Raspberries<\/td>\n<td><span class=\"gp-trend-stable\">\u2192 Stable<\/span><\/td>\n<td>Good<\/td>\n<td>Very Good<\/td>\n<td>South African import channels are maintaining solid crate volumes with good shelf life and strong visual appeal.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Apples (UK &#038; Imported)<\/td>\n<td><span class=\"gp-trend-stable\">Slower Trading<\/span><\/td>\n<td>Average<\/td>\n<td>Average<\/td>\n<td>Stored English fruit is moving into main supply channels. Overall eating characteristics will improve as conditioning settles.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Grapes<\/td>\n<td><span class=\"gp-trend-stable\">\u2192 Stable<\/span><\/td>\n<td>Good<\/td>\n<td>Average<\/td>\n<td>Supply continues to transition between seasonal global origins, resulting in slight variation in berry firmness and flavour.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Clementines &#038; Satsumas<\/td>\n<td><span class=\"gp-trend-up\">\u2191 High Demand<\/span><\/td>\n<td>Very Good<\/td>\n<td>Average<\/td>\n<td>Satsuma supply remains plentiful on the market floor, though trade purchasing is moving at a measured pace.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Avocados<\/td>\n<td><span class=\"gp-trend-stable\">\u2192 Stable<\/span><\/td>\n<td>Very Good<\/td>\n<td>Excellent<\/td>\n<td>Plentiful supply across major size counts, offering high consistency and outstanding value for catering buyers.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Limes<\/td>\n<td><span class=\"gp-trend-down\">\u2193 Supply Easing<\/span><\/td>\n<td>Good<\/td>\n<td>Very Good<\/td>\n<td>Import arrivals have picked up significantly across UK ports, helping to restore balance to weekly market availability.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"gp-source\">Note: This market index monitors weekly supply dynamics, origin shifts and trading conditions rather than specific unit prices. Actual wholesale trading depends on product size, origin, grade and volume requirements.<\/p>\n<h2>Warehouse &#038; Catering Trade Outlook<\/h2>\n<p>Activity across our Birmingham Wholesale Market stands has seen an uptick in wholesale order volume from foodservice suppliers, contract caterers and hospitality businesses. With corporate functions and early Christmas party bookings commencing across the West Midlands, demand for consistent garnish lines, staple fruit trays and high-tier display produce is climbing.<\/p>\n<p>Over the next seven days, the market team anticipates steady trading conditions. Citrus lines will see expanded Spanish and Mediterranean arrivals, while lime supplies should remain balanced following recent import increases. Strawberry availability will remain the main area to watch until supplementary winter supply routes reach full capacity.<\/p>\n<h2>Value Lines for Trade Buyers<\/h2>\n<p>For caterers, independent grocers and commercial buyers aiming to optimise purchasing margins this week, <strong>avocados and bananas<\/strong> provide the most robust availability and quality combination. Additionally, selected lines of Spanish oranges are exhibiting strong juice content and excellent colour, making them a top-tier choice for fresh juice operations and hospitality display work.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gp-cta\">\n<h2>Source Quality Fresh Produce for Your Business<\/h2>\n<p>George Perry Ltd is one of the longest-established fresh produce wholesalers in the UK, operating from Birmingham Wholesale Market. We supply independent retailers, caterers, foodservice providers and secondary wholesalers with premium fruit and vegetables tailored to trade needs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact the George Perry trading desk:<\/strong> Email <a href=\"mailto:sales@georgeperry.co.uk\">sales@georgeperry.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>View our full suite of market intelligence updates at <a href=\"https:\/\/georgeperry.co.uk\/produce-index\/\">https:\/\/georgeperry.co.uk\/produce-index\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"gp-disclaimer\"><strong>Market Disclaimer:<\/strong> This trade report reflects market observations gathered at Birmingham Wholesale Market for the specified week. All information is provided for guidance only. Produce availability, origins, quality grades and trading conditions are subject to change based on weather and logistics. Contact our sales office for specific daily trade quotes.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>George Perry Ltd | Fresh Produce Market Intelligence UK Wholesale Fresh Produce Market Report: Week Commencing 9th November 2026 Week commencing Monday 9th November 2026 Welcome to the UK wholesale fresh produce market report for week commencing Monday 9th November 2026, compiled directly by the trading team at George Perry Ltd. 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