On April 7th, Carrefour, Leclerc, Lidl, and Aldi were summoned by the DGCCRF (French fraud control authority) for engaging in deceptive commercial practices related to failing to comply with regulations regarding the labeling of the origin of their fruits and vegetables, and in some cases, pricing as well. read more

It has to be an issue concerning growers all over the world - every day you work to grow clean produce, clean plants, clean flowers, to set up a sustainable business, to take care of your employees, but the majority of your work is reduced to a price debate in the supermarket. But once read more

UK: Retail footfall in March fell below expectations. Helen Dickinson, Chief Executive of the British Retail Consortium (BRC), mentioned that warmer weather could potentially help maintain footfall in the coming months. However, without an Easter boost in April and ongoing economic concerns, momentum remains uncertain. read more

SPAR Sri Lanka has expanded its store network by opening new stores in Kandy and Kurunegala. The new Kandy supermarket brings SPAR Sri Lanka's total number of stores on the island to 12, with plans to open the 13th outlet in Kurunegala in April. read more

Regional foods are finding a new home at EDEKA. Under the EDEKA Regional brand, EDEKA is bringing together products that come from familiar local sources and clearly highlight their region of origin. The products stand out thanks to short supply chains and close collaboration with regional suppliers. read more

After conquering the urban space with iconic installations and out-of-home activations, Chiquitaporta brings the Pop by Nature spirit also inside the retail stores, transforming the fruit and vegetable department into a true artistic experience. read more

Avisomo's Crispi baby leaf lettuce has been available at Coop Mega stores under the Reindyrka brand for the past month. The retail setting poses a rigorous test, with temperature changes, exposure to light, and extended storage periods that can impact product quality. However, testing results have shown... read more

Mercadona puts its hand on the heart of its supermarket model and prepares a transformation that goes far beyond a simple store restyling. With Store 9 (Tienda 9 in Spanish and renamed T9), the Spanish chain inaugurates a new phase of its evolution: more space for... read more

Sun World International and Mission Produce have announced a collaboration to explore opportunities in the mango category, with a shared focus on identifying innovative commercially viable varieties that benefit growers, retailers, and consumers. read more

Sun World International and Mission Produce have announced a partnership to investigate possibilities in the mango industry, with a common goal of discovering innovative commercially successful mango varieties that will be advantageous for growers, retailers, and consumers. read more

Retailer Tesco is planning to introduce a new AI assistant that aims to assist its millions of customers in creating their shopping lists. read more

W 2006 roku rozpoczęto nowy program bananów fairtrade, pozyskując banany z kooperatywy w Ekwadorze. „Nie było łatwo rozpocząć nowy łańcuch dostaw bananów” - mówi Jessie Myszka z Equal Exchange. „Bananów zwykle jest numerem jeden na dziale z produktami spożywczymi, dlatego zmiana łańcuchów dostaw była wyzwaniem". read more

Mehmet Middik is one of the twelve retailers who recently relocated to the newly opened ABA Köln Frische Centrum at the beginning of the year. "We find a modern and, above all, clean facility here," says Middik, who has been running the GoWi company for the past ten years and mainly caters to walk-in customers with a diverse range of products. read more

Lidl Ireland has confirmed the opening date of its new store in Ballybough, Dublin. The store will open at 8am on Thursday, April 9th, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring football captain and LGFA star Carla. read more

Trade measures, geopolitical developments, and increasing diesel costs are impacting the pricing of fresh produce in the U.S. market. Roma tomatoes are specifically being highlighted as facing pressure within the supply chain, with retail prices averaging around $2.75 per pound nationally and approximately $2.49 per pound. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) is organizing the Breeder Showcase at The Floral Conference, scheduled for May 19–20, 2026, in Miami, Florida. This showcase will be a key feature of the event, bringing together breeders, growers, suppliers, and retail floral buyers. read more

The "on-field" analysis by Italiafruit News provides a snapshot of the pear shelf in March 2026, comparing it to the one observed in 2025 in the same six retail points in the Reggio Emilia area. The overall picture that emerges is of a solid shelf. read more

The Eurasian Economic Commission has approved a temporary exemption from import customs duties on selected vegetables during the off-season. The measure applies to products intended for retail markets and will remain in force until June 30, 2026, with a separate deadline for tomatoes. read more

From April 16th, Willem-Jan Boelema will resign from his position as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of The Greenery and will also step down as a statutory director. A spokesperson for The Greenery confirmed this upon inquiry. Boelema had joined as Sales Director Retail in 2019 and subsequently took on the role of CCO. read more

Sun World International and Mission Produce have announced today a partnership to investigate opportunities in the mango industry, with a mutual goal of discovering new commercially successful varieties that will be beneficial for growers, retailers, and consumers. Despite the increasing global demand, the read more