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

Grilling was a popular theme for advertisements this week with Labor Day weekend just around the corner. Many retailers focused on traditional cookout favorites like corn, bell peppers, asparagus, zucchini, yellow squash, sweet onions, eggplant, and tomatoes. Some stores took it a step further by... read more

Makro Portugal and Lidl Portugal have appointed new CEOs. German wholesale giant Metro announced that André Rinnensland, a seasoned German manager, has replaced David Antunes as the CEO of Makro Portugal. Meanwhile, Lidl Portugal has named Hélder Rocha, who is currently serving as sales director of Lidl. read more

Rucola della Piana del Sele PGI is well positioned on the national market. "All the major supermarket chains have now included the product in their ranges. We are present in a number of stores, both under our own brand and under private label, and we have developed packaging for both." read more

Sure! Currently, I hold a senior position in the fresh produce industry where I oversee the sourcing, distribution, and marketing of various fruits and vegetables. In this role, I work closely with suppliers, retailers, and other stakeholders to ensure the quality and availability of our products in the market.

In my previous roles, I have worked in various capacities within the fresh produce sector, including as a procurement manager, sales representative, and product development specialist. In these roles, I gained valuable experience in negotiating contracts, building relationships with suppliers and customers, and developing new products to meet market demands. Overall, my background in the industry has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of the fresh produce supply chain and market dynamics. read more

The Banana and Plantain Cluster of Ecuador celebrates Lidl's commitment in the United Kingdom to exclusively offer "Living Wage Bananas." This follows years of mobilization by the Cluster to encourage more retailers to make this type of commitment. The Cluster is made up of Ecuadorian banana and plantain producers. read more