Waitrose relaunch garlic grappe with no plastic

By choosing IFCO RPCs, we are actively participating in the circular economy. Thanks to their unique “share and reuse” model for RPCs, the use of IFCO packaging solutions also helps us cut down on water consumption, energy use, solid waste and food waste, and ultimately reduces the overall environmental footprint of our supply chain operations.

Bulb onions are the world’s second biggest vegetable crop with an annual production of 100M tonnes. It is also one of the UK’s most important crops with around 500K tonnes produced in 2022, with a value of £160M. However, fusarium Basal Rot (FBR) poses a significant threat to the UK onion industry, causing devastating losses both pre- and post-harvest. Losses are driving onion growers out of business and, with climate change exacerbating the issue, innovative solutions are urgently needed.

We're excited to announce that Sunions, the UK's first tearless onions, are now back on the shelves at Waitrose, ready for your Christmas cooking. Developed using traditional farming methods over 30 years, Sunions are not only tearless but also pack a delicious flavour, whether cooked or raw.