Brussels sprouts

Few cultures can turn demand as quickly as Brussels sprouts. When it's cold for a few days, sales usually go up. A week later, it can look completely different. The coming weeks are crucial for a successful end to the season. read more

SPAR Scotland has confirmed that its 2025 tradeshow and awards will take place on 25th September in Aviemore. The annual event brings together suppliers and SPAR retailers operating in the Scottish convenience sector. read more

After Brussels sprouts, raclette potatoes, leeks, and asparagus, it is now the turn of carrots to join the Minute range launched by Priméale in 2018. Given the popularity it has generated on the market, this range meets the needs of consumers. "Consumer research has shown that the French do not read more

Oxin Growers offers its members a diverse selection of both hard and soft fruits, as well as greenhouse and outdoor vegetables. Among the outdoor vegetables, broccoli and Brussels sprouts are the most important crops at the cooperative. Commercial Director Ruud den Boer provides an update on the situation. read more

How did the production of fruit and vegetable juices as well as frozen fruits and vegetables evolve in the three quarters of 2024? read more

"Prices in the Brussels sprouts market are at a good level this season," says André Noordhoek of Noordhoek Agro in Bleiswijk. "Although yields are slightly lower than usual, the prices are compensating for it. B-grade sprouts are selling for around eight cents, while A-grade is going for 65-70 cents." read more

In autumn, the Brussels sprouts season starts: However, the vegetable is not always equally popular – at least that's how it seems. This is also reflected in the per capita consumption figures and the data on cultivation areas in Switzerland. While in the years 2010, 2013, and 2018, only around 200 grams per person were consumed... read more

At the German wholesale markets, Dutch Brussels sprouts are currently supplementing the offering from German production. In the current 39th week, German Brussels sprouts are priced at an average of 2.05 euros/kg at the wholesale markets, which is only slightly below the previous year's level by 2%. read more

On September 18, 2024, at the Mazurkas Conference Center in Ożarów Mazowiecki, the Fresh Market 2024 took place – the largest B2B meeting in Poland and Central-Eastern Europe dedicated to the fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers industry. The event brought together key producers, suppliers, and buyers from major retail chains in Poland and neighboring countries. read more

Belgian horticulture accounts for 5.1% of the total cultivated area, but represents 19.6% of the agricultural sector's production value. The latest data from Statbel dates back to the year 2022, which was characterized by a significant decrease in outdoor vegetable cultivation areas. read more

AgResearch scientists, in collaboration with the Australian Meat Processor Corporation, are leading a project to improve the flavor of Brussels sprouts. Dr. Raise Ahmad, Jihan Kim, and Scott Hutching are using a flavor peptide extracted from beef offal to enhance the taste profile of the vegetable, with the goal of adding value to it. read more

The relationships between suppliers and supermarkets are always tense due to the power asymmetry, the speed at which operations take place, and the often present ability of supermarkets to switch suppliers. In challenging times, these relationships become even more strained.

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Despite the significant growth in the fresh convenience sector, frozen fruits and vegetables remain highly popular in the DACH region. Switzerland, in particular, has a strong preference for frozen food, not only in retail but also in the gastronomy sector. This has helped to strengthen the regional market. read more

CMR Group recently joined a campaign dedicated to informing consumers about the crucial role of the agri-food industry in safeguarding Spain's food security. read more

The Brussels sprout yields in the Dithmarschen district were particularly modest this year. "The winter of 2022/2023 was wet, followed by a short, cold spring. Then, in the summer, it suddenly became dry, which is why we had to irrigate relatively early. From July, it rained continuously for six
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The peak in demand and sales is usually reached around the Christmas holidays, and the season slowly winds down in spring. After the wet weather, winter arrives at the beginning of the year with temperatures in the minus range. The supply of stored Brussels sprouts decreases steadily and until
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Judy Louie Brown pulled off a memorable Christmas prank on her dad, shared on X (formerly Twitter). She devised a playful yet diabolical scheme involving Ferrero Rocher chocolates and Brussels sprouts. Embracing the Christmas spirit of fun and inner child-like antics, Brown carefully unwrapped
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Record-breaking sales for Brussels wraps in the UK; in the pre-Christmas period (week 47-51) they rose by 150% compared to the same period last year. This figure was reported in a press release by the Waitrose brand, which specified how searches increased
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Ninety tons of brussels sprouts will be served up by hotels and restaurants over the coming weeks, and these will be sourced from Belfast fruit and vegetable wholesaler North Down Group. For that reason, North Down Group is ramping up for its busiest week of the year, with the company also
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