The banana producers' and exporters' associations of Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Peru, and the Dominican Republic issued a statement on Monday rejecting the actions of German retailer Kaufland, which has resumed offering a kilo of bananas of Latin American origin at 0.88 euros. read more

Sascha Müller-Kraenner, Federal Managing Director of the DUH: "Not a single German supermarket chain is taking the fight against food waste seriously. Otherwise, supermarkets would eliminate additional cosmetic standards. The supermarkets are therefore not only responsible for" read more

Gruppo Selex, the leading player in the retail sector in Italy, celebrates the success of the second edition of Tutti in Campo, the initiative dedicated to supporting Amateur Sports Associations (ASD) and Amateur Sports Clubs (SSD) across the country. read more

The Cornelio project, the premium pepper branded Valfrutta Fresco that has managed to convince consumers and Large Retail, continues to evolve, confirming itself as one of the flagship products of the premium brand of the Alegra Group. With varietal innovation, expansion of production areas, and... read more

The global melon market is currently experiencing significant changes due to shifts in consumption patterns, logistical challenges, and the growing importance of product differentiation. With a rising demand for premium melon products, producers and exporters have had to adjust their strategies to stay competitive. Supermarkets are also adapting to these trends by offering a wider variety of melon options to meet consumer preferences. read more

Using Artificial Intelligence, nearly three million online interactions were analyzed to gain a precise and data-driven understanding of current organic consumers. With this pioneering work, the BNN reportedly highlights its role as read more

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94,000 employees work at the company, 52,000 of them in Austria. The EBT (Earnings Before Tax) of the group is 255 million euros, which corresponds to an EBT margin of 1.7%. For the first time, the company achieved a sales revenue of over 10 billion euros in the food retail sector in Austria. read more

New 'Lidl Green Fund' launched to award sustainable community projects across Northern Ireland

Lidl Northern Ireland has launched a new 'Lidl Green Fund' to provide £25,000 in funding to support local projects that address key environmental challenges related to climate change. read more

The tomato is one of the most important vegetables, both in terms of hectares invested - also due to its dual specialization for fresh and processed products - and in terms of consumption relevance, being the top fresh vegetable in terms of sales in supermarkets. It is precisely because of these achievements that in read more

Food packaging is filled with labels and logos, many of which indicate certifications and quality marks. For growers and traders, these have become a necessary requirement to engage in business with retailers—a sector that is responsible for around 90% of vegetable and fruit sales for home consumption. read more

Nowadays, new lifestyles and household routines are making the consumption of ready-made or quick meals increasingly necessary. As a result, there has been a growing demand for fresh-cut products, particularly from supermarkets and the hospitality and restaurant sector. In order to stay competitive, it is essential to have the right... read more

Po wprowadzeniu orzechów pili do Europy w 2024 roku przez firmę Pili Pi Nuts, ten egzotyczny orzech zanotował znaczący postęp w ciągu ostatniego roku. "Masłowy orzech pili jest teraz dostępny w kilku sieciach supermarketów i sklepach ze zdrową żywnością w Szwajcarii, we Włoszech, Niemczech i Danii" - mówi Ties Minnen z read more

March marks the arrival of spring and, among all the products of this season, strawberries are the emblem par excellence. From late February to early March, supermarkets dedicate a large display space to this category, often in prominent positions. read more

Despar Italia, the consortium company that gathers six food distribution companies and affiliated retailers under the Despar brand, expresses deep condolences for the sudden passing of Gianni Cavalieri, President of Despar Italia and President of Syneos, Ergon's parent company. read more

Discount supermarket Aldi and Too Good To Go, a mobile app and marketplace that connects consumers with local restaurants, cafes, and stores to purchase surplus food at a reduced price, are offering shoppers the opportunity to win a year's supply of Too Good To Go Surprise Bags before Food. read more

The leading New Zealand retail co-op Foodstuffs held its annual National Partnership Awards on 5 March, recognizing the contributions of its supplier partners. read more

South Africa: SPAR plans chain of up to 40 high-end grocery stores

South Africa's SPAR Group is planning a chain of about 30 to 40 high-end grocery stores, with the first set to open in the fourth quarter of this year, an executive said, as the retailer targets affluent shoppers. read more

The Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Fairytrail® series of Cascade Hydrangeas® have introduced an entirely new category to the market that grabs the attention of gardeners and nursery professionals. Unlike traditional mophead or panicle hydrangeas, these varieties feature dramatically trailing habits. read more

In the last ten years, the consumer price of strawberries has surged by 70%, but consumption, at least in the Hypermarket and Supermarket channel, has not been affected, remaining stable. On the contrary, in the last five years, there has been a sharp decrease in volumes in the traditional retail sector. read more