SPAR China's partner is modernizing its store portfolio. In northern China, SPAR Shandong is opening modernized and renovated SPAR supermarkets throughout the region. The recently renovated SPAR Shandong Supermarket at Shouguang Wanda Plaza has reopened for customers. read more

Plantpeddler celebrated National Poinsettia Day on December 12th by gifting Poinsettias to prominent figures in Iowa. The recipients included Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig, Iowa Senate Majority Leader Mike Klimesh, President Dr. Wendy Wintersteen of Iowa State University, and others. read more

A new space, a strengthened vision, and an investment looking towards the future of the traditional channel. On Friday morning, the official inauguration of the new stand of Spreafico Francesco & F.lli took place inside the Milan Fruit and Vegetable Market, a key step in. read more

The analysis of the Agroter Fruit and Vegetable Monitor, in collaboration with Circana, highlights a November characterized by abnormal trends compared to the rest of the year for the fruit and vegetable department of large-scale retail, as has been the case in other autumn months. In particular, there has been a sharp drop in prices. read more

The mango season in Brazil is ending with stable prices, high quality, and unexpected market trends, according to Willian Aislan Lima, the commercial director of Mango Man Trade. Lima, who ventured into independent exporting in 2025 after over 14 years in the industry, mentioned that Brazil was largely isolated in this regard. read more

Amenduni Nicola Spa, a company from Puglia specializing in the production of high-precision machinery for extracting avocado oil, was awarded for the fourth consecutive time as the best company in the oil processing machinery category at the Avocado Awards, organized by the Avocado Society. read more

From January to October, Georgia imported 21,110 tons of tomatoes worth USD 15 million. According to official statistics, the value of imported tomatoes rose by 8.3% year-on-year, while import volumes decreased by 6%. The average import price also increased: Whereas one kilogram of imported read more

An investment looking towards the future without forgetting the roots of a journey that began a quarter of a century ago. The official inauguration of the new Spreafico stand inside Foody, the Fruit and Vegetable Market of Milan, took place on the morning of December 12, 2025. The event marks a read more

The winter season is approaching its peak consumption period. However, for Agro Mediterranea Distribuzione, an Apulian company that supplies fruit and vegetables to large-scale organized distributors, this December is shaping up to be quite atypical. Filippo Frongia describes an unusual read more

This week, there has been a change in the market towards Chilean sea-freighted cherries. Traders have mentioned that because of the lower volume of air-freighted cherries and the noticeable price difference with sea freight, most have transitioned to selling sea-freighted fruit. The majority of sea-freighted cherries are now being sold. read more

Grupo Alcoaxarquía is expanding its presence in the avocado and mango market with the inauguration of a new logistics platform, office, and packaging facilities in Perpignan, France. This expansion comes at the beginning of the Spanish avocado season, and the company plans to further grow its market share with this product this year. read more

Several Italian retailers and international retail groups have confirmed their participation in the Fresh Food Leader B2B event, "International Meetings with Large-Scale Retailers," scheduled for January 22, 2026 in Bergamo. The event, now in its fourth edition, brings together fruit and vegetable... read more

Storing fruit under low pressure is one of several technologies used to extend the shelf-life and improve the shipping capabilities of certain fresh produce items. "The idea is to keep the fruit in a vacuum chamber at ultra-low pressure, which reduces the amount of oxygen it is exposed to," explains Brendon Anthony. read more

The Migross Group mourns the passing of Giovanni Mion, co-founder and key figure in the development of the Verona-based company, as reported by Il Sole 24 Ore and local press in Verona. A visionary entrepreneur deeply connected to the region, Mion passed away at the age of 74. read more

In March 2026, for the fourteenth time, the blueberry world will come together in one place - at the 14th International Blueberry Conference. This unique event, which for years has brought together enthusiasts of this extraordinary berry - producers, experts, importers, and suppliers of modern read more

Citrus fruits remain the leading agricultural export of Egypt, with total shipments surpassing 2 million tons, as reported to the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation. Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Alaa Farouk, confirmed this information. read more

Afghan and Iranian apples are performing well in the Indian market this season, according to Mr. Kamaruddeen, managing director of Aeden Fruits. He stated, "The market for imported apples in India consistently grows each year. Currently, Afghan apples are dominating the market, as they are highly favored." read more

Huanglongbing continues to be a significant challenge for sweet orange production in tropical and subtropical regions, impacting orchard productivity and sustainability in the long term. The disease is caused by the bacterium 'Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus' and is spread by the Asian citrus psyllid. read more

The mantra does not come only from the push of EU regulations, from the SUP directive to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulations (PPWR), but also from the desires of consumers, who are increasingly focused on sustainability. Reducing single-use plastics is a target of the Green Deal. A role read more

Gary Marshall, Chairman of the Covent Garden Tenants Association, visited Melbourne Market earlier this month to exchange views with market operators and wholesalers on shared operational challenges. Melbourne Market is the main wholesale fruit, vegetable, and cut flower trading center in. read more