Tomatoes

It’s a tough moment for the tomato sector, although the likes of Casa Julia, Silbury and Mutti are seeing encouraging signs.

With UK tomato supply predominantly reliant on imports, more sustainable horticultural practices appear to be the future.

For any tomato operator worth its salt, it needs to meet demand for authentic ingredients. The general consumer expectation in 2026 is restaurant-quality meals in the home, with minimal complexity. And in foodservice, operators are under pressure to balance premium requirements with tighter margins and labour challenges.