Growing the SPAR Brand in China

Since 2008, SPAR Shandong has built a central hub and a customized supply chain network with 16 warehouses that distribute fruits and vegetables, chilled products, frozen products, as well as a wide variety of grocery and snack items across six regions: Shandong, Beijing, Hebei, Inner Mongolia... read more

During a quieter moment amidst the busy atmosphere of the Bahrain International Airshow, few delegates sitting down to lunch are likely to have wondered where the flowers decorating their tables originated from – with aviation playing a crucial role in bringing them to the table. read more

The kiwifruit harvest is currently taking place in northern Spain, where the lack of sufficient chill hours last season has led to a decrease in production, particularly noticeable in the southern part of the Galicia region. This decline has mainly impacted the green Hayward kiwifruit variety. read more

Apple supply in New York State seems to be sufficient. Tim Mansfield from Sun Orchard Fruit Co. mentions, "For us in New York, it doesn't seem to have picked out as we thought it would. It's not a bumper crop but the quality and sizing are good for the most part." The apples are in a good marketable range. read more

Until September 2024, a volume of 5,004,938 tons of fresh fruit was exported (+9.5%) worth 7.379.203 billion euros (+9%). After citrus fruits, the most exported fruits were stone fruits, watermelons, melons, and berries. Noteworthy is the growth in stone fruits, except for. read more

Despite draconian fiscal measures and the raising of the key interest rate to a record high of 21%, with the clear intention to raise it further, prices for the most important fruits and vegetables are still on the rise, according to the weekly price monitoring conducted by 'EastFruit'. read more

The World Union of Wholesale Markets has officially endorsed a new initiative to establish an International Day of Fruits and Vegetables. read more

Zespri states that its main priority is to create long-term value for New Zealand kiwifruit growers. This was highlighted in the company's latest Kantar Brand Power report, which ranked Zespri as the top fruit brand in its core 15 markets for the first time. read more

Growers in what is now South Africa's largest grape production region, the desert-like area along the Orange River, have begun harvesting, and the first shipments are expected to depart for UK and European markets by the end of the week. read more

During four immersive days from November 6-9, 600 attendees from all licensed Arra grower companies came together to enhance their understanding of grape varieties produced in Brazil through intensive, hands-on sessions. read more

Berry grower James Porter, who operates on the east coast of Scotland for Angus Soft Fruits, explains to Fruitnet MD Chris White why he has traveled to London to participate in the large protest against the Labour government's new inheritance tax regulations. read more

Chiny przywitały swoją pierwszą dostawę awokado z Tanzanii po tym, jak kontener dotarł do Centrum Dojrzewania i Dystrybucji Mr. Avocado na Południu Chin. read more

Many top table grape breeders are closely monitoring the varieties that South African growers have been planting in recent seasons as they begin this year's new harvest. read more

How large was the potato import to Poland in the 2023/2024 season, and how does the beginning of the 2024/2025 season compare in this regard? read more

This is due to the fact that energy prices returned to a more moderate level after the first quarter of 2023 following a turbulent period of one and a half years with very high energy prices. Research from Wageningen Economic Research shows that the increase in read more

In order to meet the requirements of modern commerce and changing consumer needs, Alnatura has successfully digitally transformed its space management. By switching to SaaS with the innovative solutions of Blue Yonder Category Management, the company was able to achieve this. read more

The Valencia-based postharvest specialist Citrosol has released its inaugural sustainability report, signifying a significant step in its sustainability efforts and reiterating its dedication to social and environmental responsibility. read more

A shipment of blueberries grown by Qali, a part of Agrícola Cerro Prieto (ACP), has become the first Peruvian container to depart from the Port of Chancay, which was officially inaugurated last week. read more

"The Chamber President stated at the first Organic Forum that it should not be the case that organically produced food from Austria is sometimes sold cheaper than conventional food of the same origin. The highest quality and added value in production must also be reflected in the price." read more

First shipments of Guatemalan Hass avocados could reach the US market in time for next year's Super Bowl weekend on February 9, following an announcement earlier this month by the United States Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS). read more