In the past decade, Aldi has seen a significant increase in sales of organic food. Internal research shows that 18% of shopping baskets last year contained at least one organic product, indicating a 5.63% increase in organic product sales compared to 2022. Aldi, one of the first supermarkets to embrace organic options, has experienced a surge in demand for these products. read more

Coles has introduced compostable fresh produce bags to promote sustainability and reduce plastic usage in Western Australia. The supermarket chain has replaced single-use plastic bags for fresh produce with compostable alternatives in all stores across the region. This initiative aligns with the upcoming plastic ban in the state, which is set to take effect on 1st. read more

The new Hydrangea paniculata 'Groundbreaker Blush' was introduced for the first time at the autumn edition of Plantarium | Groen-Direkt 2024 and promptly received a gold medal at the "Green Retail Awards" in the "Best Novelty" category. The independent expert KVBC jury evaluated it visually. read more

Tesco and Ella's Kitchen join forces to promote healthy eating habits. In 50 Tesco stores across England and Wales, customers buying one of the 60 Ella's Kitchen baby food product lines, a British manufacturer, will receive a coupon as a gift. read more

The NFF Horticulture Council has reiterated its demand for stricter government regulations on supermarket trading practices as annual profits are disclosed by the big publicly traded companies. Council chair, Jolyon Burnett, stated that the outcomes would be self-evident, emphasizing that not even a cost-of-living crisis would deter their stance. read more

The Heirloom Tomato Merchandising Kit, recently launched by organic grower and shipper Wholesum, is specifically crafted to empower retailers and produce merchandisers in showcasing heirloom tomatoes, highlighting their distinctive appeal, and increasing sales in this rapidly expanding subcategory. read more

The peak farm organization in the state stated that the billion-dollar profits of the major supermarkets serve as a reminder that Australian families are bearing the cost of failures in competition policy. Coles reported a $1.1 billion annual profit on Tuesday, while Woolworths announced a $1.7 billion profit on Wednesday. NSW. read more

Aberdeenshire-based Benzies Produce has been a long-standing supplier of carrots to Asda in Scotland for over 16 years. In a recent development, the company will now also provide over 500 tonnes of locally grown parsnips to all 62 Asda stores in Scotland, marking a significant expansion of its operations. read more

"Marki zestawów posiłków powinny odejść od marketingu z rabatami" - Wnioski od Patricka Stala, Wiceprezesa ds. Marketingu
Grupa HelloFresh donosi: "Z ponad miliardem posiłków podawanych rocznie, Grupa HelloFresh jest jedną z największych firm spożywczych dostarczających bezpośrednio do konsumentów na całym świecie. Każdy z naszych ośmiu posiłków" read more

"Goya Lamb's lettuce has successfully passed its final test," declared Maraldi Sementi at the launch of the baby lettuce. This is confirmed by the excellent results obtained in the various tests carried out in Italy and France, the two countries in the world where this type of lettuce is most popular. read more

Reusable packaging specialist Ifco has released a behind-the-scenes documentary titled "The Cycle of Tomorrow," showcasing how it is contributing to revolutionizing the fresh grocery supply chain for the prominent European retailer Rewe Group. read more

According to the Federal Statistical Office, due to the cool and wet weather this year, an estimated 734,000 tons of apples are expected to be harvested - 15.7% less than last year, but still more than enough to fill the shelves of supermarkets and storage. read more

The Kroger Co. has launched Vanderpump Blooms x Bloom Haus™, a floral collection curated by businesswoman, TV personality, author, and philanthropist Lisa Vanderpump. This collection is exclusively available at Kroger Family of Stores starting from September 4. "We are extremely excited to partner with Lisa on this project." read more

Germany: Christina Rüter joins the management team at Alnatura.
Organic retailer Alnatura has announced the appointment of Christina Rüter as its new Managing Director for Strategic Brand Management and Product Management. She will assume her new role on October 1st. read more

JD Super, the supermarket division of JD.com, is delivering "tree-ripened" Malaysian durians directly to Chinese consumers. These premium fruits, sourced from Malaysia, reach China in as little as five hours thanks to a meticulously managed cold-chain logistics process. The first batch was well-received. read more

Producenci i eksporterzy w Chile przygotowują się do obfitego sezonu eksportu wiśni do kluczowych rynków Chin i reszty Azji. Camila Borquez Maldifassi, właścicielka i założycielka firmy Fresh Produce Trading z Chile, z niecierpliwością oczekuje nadchodzącego sezonu wiśniowego 2024/25 oraz udziału w wystawie. read more

The issue of residue of active substances in fruits due to increasing demands from consumers, including retail chains, highlights the importance of checking in advance which products can be used for protection.

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By purchasing products from the brand, Tesco customers receive coupons that can be exchanged for a vegetable (choose from zucchinis, broccoli, cauliflowers, cabbages, and pumpkins). With this initiative, they aim to

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A central element is the split-screen mechanic of the campaign motifs: People are shown in everyday life situations and in their homes, but with the twist that they can reach into an Aldi shelf with one hand. For example, a young man in the kitchen reaching for fresh vegetables. read more

The domestic apple is one of the stars among regional foods: it is the oldest and healthiest fast food in the world, grows in a climatically advantageous growing area, and is the most important domestic fruit variety in Austrian food retail. "Our fruit farmers. read more