The weighted fresh produce market shows no signs of recovery in week 7 of 2026: in the large-scale retail trade, volumes are declining again after a slight increase in week 6, while the average price mix continues to rise. Among the channels, discount and hypermarkets are facing the greatest difficulties. read more

A low-carbon concept farm in Lincolnshire has successfully harvested its first commercial potato crop for the UK retail market in collaboration with Tesco and Branston. The project, launched last year, aims to trial production methods that minimize carbon emissions and contribute to achieving net-zero targets. read more

Lidl Italia, a leading retail company in the country, continues its growth path by reaching a significant milestone: the opening of its 800th store which took place this morning in Milan, at Viale Corsica 21, in the presence of the Prime Minister. read more

Growing consumption even on a mature product, return of bulk sales, increasingly segmented supply, recovery of surfaces after difficult years but with various uncertainties on the climatic and phytosanitary fronts, in addition to a European context marked by surplus and high stocks. read more

Tesco's UK chief executive was under pressure at the NFU Conference regarding farm returns, import standards, and long-term supply commitments, with a particular focus on fresh produce. Ali Capper, chair of British Apples and Pears, asked if Tesco would provide a 20-year written commitment. read more

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A pioneering low-carbon concept farm in Lincolnshire has successfully harvested its first crop of highly sustainable potatoes, which will be available in Tesco stores across the UK starting this week. read more

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The consumption of frozen foods continues to grow in Italian households. Looking only at the Retail channel (domestic consumption), the 2025 data - collected this year by NielsenIQ for IIAS - Istituto Italiano Alimenti Surgelati - show a consumption growth of +1.1%. read more

Berlin has confirmed itself as a dynamic city full of interesting insights, which have emerged not only from participating in the Fruit Logistica fair, but also from visits to some significant retail outlets, both in the discount and supermarket formats. read more

The Polish Trade and Distribution Organization (POHiD) is opposed to a government proposal that would require country-of-origin flags on fruit and vegetable displays, reports European Supermarket Magazine. POHiD argues that the measure would add costs and. read more

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rt Hon Rachel Reeves MP, ahead of the Spring Forecast, calling for urgent action to support UK environmental horticulture. The letter outlines the increasing cost pressures faced by growers and retailers. read more

According to F&H, as part of Carrefour's 2030 strategic plan, the retail giant has announced a significant collaboration with the Blachère Group. The agreement involves the fresh produce specialist taking over the management of 200 fruit and vegetable departments within the stores. read more

Spain: Transgourmet Ibérica and Llobet Group open first SPAR supermarket
Transgourmet Ibérica, one of the wholesalers that operates the SPAR brand in Spain, has opened its first SPAR supermarket in Vilanova del Camí, Central Catalonia. This achievement comes after forming a strategic partnership with the local Llobet Group. read more

Prezes Tesco wezwał dostawców do pomocy w zaspokojeniu rosnącego zapotrzebowania na świeże, zdrowe jedzenie, które jest teraz silniejsze niż kiedykolwiek. read more

The so-called "specialty beans category" is frequently highlighted in various market reports. With its potential as a meat substitute and protein source, the sky appears to be the limit for this segment. Supermarkets recognize opportunities in the legume category, but many retailers are still facing challenges. read more

Walking around Vietnamese wholesale flower markets or retail stores, both online and offline, it's not difficult to find pots of azaleas, cymbidium orchids, phalaenopsis orchids, or bouquets of roses originating from abroad, mainly China. They are displayed alongside locally grown varieties. read more

In an open letter, French (Cénaldi) and Belgian (Ingro, Unigrow, and the Flemish organization Boerenbond) vegetable producers for processing, canning, and freezing have expressed their frustration over requests for price reductions from manufacturers that sometimes exceed 10%. This economic pressure is... read more

M&S and Co-op have joined the call for a new 'Good Food Bill' amid concerns about the failing food system in the UK. Over 100 retailers, food businesses, investors, health organizations, food and farming NGOs, and academics are urging the UK government to implement a 'Good Food Bill' to safeguard citizens and farmers. read more

If there is one key takeaway from Fruit Logistica Berlin, it is that mono-material packaging is becoming an increasingly important requirement. Retail chains from Northern Europe to Australia now require packaging made of one material to help consumers easily identify it. read more