Zespri RubyRed kiwifruit supply is expected to triple in volume this season with the marketer expecting to pass the milestone of 1m trays or 3,600 tonnes. read more

Gilfresh Produce, vegetable growers and packers based in Co. Armagh, are delighted to have been awarded a tender to supply several prepared vegetables lines to ALDI Ireland as part of its 'Nature's Pick' range. Gilfresh Produce have been supplying ALDI with a wide range of whole head and prepared… read more

Les Mousquetaires reports 10% growth in turnover in FY 2023Groupement Les Mousquetaires has reported a 10% increase in turnover (excluding fuel), to €39.9bln, in its 2023 financial year. In Belgium, France, Poland, and Portugal, the overall turnover of its Intermarché and Netto banners
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The associations of producers and exporters of banana in Latin America and the Caribbean, hope that, within the framework of the Fourth Global Conference of the World Banana Forum (WBF) that will take place in Rome between March 11 and 14, 2024: Retailers, within the framework of shared
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Around one million trays, or 3,600 tonnes of Zespri's berry-like RubyRedTM Kiwifruit are expected to be devoured this season. It is now available in most supermarkets and fruit and vegetables stores in New Zealand and will also be in markets throughout Asia Pacific including Japan, China, Taiwan
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Retailers adopt the FairTrade methodology to calculate the fair price, which takes into account efforts for environmental sustainability and fair wages, so that the costs do not only fall on the producers. Banana producer and exporter associations call for this
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Bayer launches Colti-Bayer, an innovative APP designed to transform the digital experience in agriculture. The new APP integrates genetics, protection and digital with the aim of optimising farmers' work and maximising their results. read more

iN's Mercato, the Italian discount retailer headquartered in Venice and present in 12 Italian regions with more than 560 points of sale, celebrates its 30th anniversary this year with many value projects, which testify to its social and environmental commitment; read more

Retailer Whole Foods Market plans to introduce a new, quick-shop store format and give customers in towns and cities a “quick, convenient shopping experience”, with easier access to fresh, high-quality products. read more

The results of the two-year research project were presented to the practical partners from the retail sector, production, the food banks in Lower Saxony and various other organisations at the final conference at the project's client, the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Consumer Protection.
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In the current 10th week, conventional cauliflowers from France cost an average of €9.97 (6-piece rises) at German wholesale markets and have thus remained almost stable compared to the previous week. Sales are satisfactory. Due to the high supply volume, food retailers are responding with numerous
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Irish home consumption and retail demand remain positive, colder wet conditions are likely increasing consumption. The availability of stocks continues to tighten, again prices are reflecting this. Some empty shelves can be seen towards the end of the day in retailers. The availability of seed
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Mastronardi Produce is pleased to announce that its berry division has joined the SEKOYA® blueberry platform in a strategic move to elevate its blueberry offering. A retailer favorite, SEKOYA varieties are renowned for their exceptional firmness, sweet flavor, jumbo size, and extended shelf
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Mushrooms continue to gain shelf space in Spanish supermarkets despite a price increase caused by the scarcity of an essential raw material for their cultivation: straw. This has posed a significant challenge this season. European regulations are increasingly preventing the use of effective
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The USA Bouquet Company, a manufacturer and distributor of U.S.-made fresh-cut floral bouquets and arrangements, hires Shaunn Alderman as an account executive. "Shaunn brings a valuable perspective to the sales position because of her years of writing about marketing and merchandising in
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The USA Bouquet Company, a manufacturer and distributor of U.S.-made fresh-cut floral bouquets and arrangements, hires Shaunn Alderman as an account executive. "Shaunn brings a valuable perspective to the sales position because of her years of writing about marketing and merchandising in
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According to the university, the study by the Research Centre for Retail Management (IRM-HSG) concludes that shops currently have an advantage over digital sales channels. Retailers who offer their goods both online and in-store benefit from the versatility. read more

The agricultural organization Asaja Córdoba has filed a complaint with the Ministry of Agriculture through the Food Information and Control Agency (AICA) regarding the marketing at a retail outlet in Cordoba of imported oranges from Egypt labeled as if they were from Palma del Río. This could
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On February 22nd, the Bremen-based wholesale company NHD Fruchtimport had double reason to celebrate. The company's founder and CEO, Hüseyin Demirel Sr., marked his 35th anniversary at the local wholesale market. This special occasion was celebrated with long-standing partners and customers
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