"Contain the prices? Great choice... to be less competitive." This was the title of an editorial by IFN Director Roberto Della Casa a few months ago, observing the situation in the Spanish distribution sector: Carrefour and Alcampo, by limiting price increases, have lost ground, while Mercadona, Lidl read more

Unica Group will showcase its newest products at Fruit Logistica, designed to meet changing consumer preferences and enhance its presence in global markets. A key feature at the trade fair in Berlin will be Soloh, a tomato created specifically for the snack category. read more

Wzrost ruchu w handlu hurtowym w tym tygodniu, w związku z nadchodzącym chińskim Nowym Rokiem, spowodował znaczący wzrost cen owoców takich jak czereśnie i duriany, co doprowadziło do ogólnego poprawy sprzedaży. Ceny czereśni odnotowały wzrost o około ¥20-60 za skrzynkę. read more

Miesiąc styczeń rozpoczął się bardzo spokojnie na rynku marchwi. "Zbieraliśmy aż do Wigilii, po czym zaczęło zamarzać. Wtedy wiele marchwi zostało umieszczonych w szklarniach lub przechowywanych pod daszkami, które później zostały sprzedane jako marchew ze stodoły obok kontraktowych ilości z chłodni" - mówi. read more

Producers of frozen fries in the EU are still experiencing a decrease in demand from markets outside the EU, even though they have lowered their export prices. Meanwhile, suppliers from other countries are increasing their volumes. The competition from China and India has become stronger, leading European producers to make adjustments to their pricing, as reported by FreshPlaza. read more

Berry plant growers are entering the next season with increasing market demands and growing pressure from agricultural pests. In such conditions, it becomes crucial to base protective decisions on reliable, up-to-date, and compliant sources. read more

Severe weather conditions in Spain, Turkey, and Morocco have impacted vegetable supplies. Pieter de Ruijter from 4Fruit Company in Ridderkerk commented, "There is really something wrong." In Almería, for instance, many greenhouses are flooded. One cooperative had no read more