The sub-indicator of willingness to buy, which is important for the retail sector, remains almost unchanged. Consumer restraint persists, while at the same time, consumers are planning to save less. In comparison to the previous month, their propensity to save has decreased. read more

The sub-indicator of acquisition propensity, which is important for retail, remains almost unchanged. Consumer restraint continues, while at the same time consumers are planning to save less. Their inclination to save has decreased compared to the previous month. read more

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has filed a lawsuit in the Federal Court of Australia against four fresh produce suppliers and three senior executives for allegedly fixing prices when supplying fresh vegetables to Aldi, violating Australia's cartel laws. read more

The national distribution system is undergoing profound changes that do not only concern the ownership structure, as in the case of Carrefour (for more information read here), but also the development of new formats and strategies; just think of the evolution of supermarkets. read more

Starting from September 1st, Nick Nieuwesteeg has joined Plantipp and its American sister company, Concept Plants. With more than thirteen years of experience in the industry, Nick brings a wealth of energy and knowledge. Having held management positions at both plant breeders and retailers, he has... read more

AGF Monitor compares weekly price trends of various fruits and vegetables available online. Prices are monitored by Supermarktscanner.nl, with the price poll conducted at the end of each week. In week 35, Hoogvliet supermarket promoted cucumbers by reducing the price by 10 cents. Other supermarkets... read more

PrepWorld has introduced a new brand of prepared pomegranate at Costco. read more

This autumn, Morel Flowers will open its doors to horticultural professionals for an exclusive opportunity to experience its Production and Breeding Trials. The company extends a warm welcome to growers, retailers, and industry experts eager to engage with its latest genetics and innovations. read more

Pierwsze genetycznie zmodyfikowane (GE) produkty spożywcze w Wielkiej Brytanii powinny trafić do supermarketów na początku 2026 roku, w wyniku nowej ustawy wprowadzonej na mocy ustawy o technologii genetycznej (Precyzyjne Hodowle) z 2023 roku. Ustawa pozwala na sprzedaż organizmów precyzyjnie hodowanych (PBO) w Anglii jako żywność dla ludzi i paszę dla bydła. read more

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has initiated legal action in the Federal Court against four suppliers and three senior executives for suspected price fixing in the supply of fresh vegetables to ALDI, which violates Australia's laws against cartels. read more

This autumn, Morel Flowers will open its doors to horticultural professionals for an exclusive opportunity to experience its Production and Breeding Trials. The company extends a warm welcome to growers, retailers, and industry experts eager to engage with its latest genetics, innovations, and developments. read more

In the analyzed week, the average price mix of fruits and vegetables with fixed weight shows a significant increase, which supports sales in terms of value but penalizes volumes. In terms of distribution channels, sales are declining in hypermarkets and supermarkets, while self-service stores are growing and discount stores remain stable. read more

The new organic produce season has started again in Belgium in recent weeks. "We started at the end of July or beginning of August. We always aim to have the first leeks ready around this time, as demand from retailers increases and we can begin our programs," says organic grower Pieter. read more

Irish shoppers take 37 minutes to do the "big shop" - new research reveals

New research has revealed that Irish shoppers spend an average of 37 minutes doing their "big shop" every week. The research, conducted by Bounce Insights on behalf of ALDI Ireland, surveyed more than 1,000 people. read more

The category of prepared pomegranate seeds has welcomed a new addition with the introduction of Poppin' Poms pomegranate seeds at Costco. Created by fresh-cut fruit provider PrepWorld, this marks the brand's first nationwide retail availability in the UK. Prepared pomegranate seeds have been experiencing consistent growth in demand. read more

Businesswoman, broadcaster, author, and activist Mary Portas OBE will be speaking about retail at the Garden Centre Association's (GCA) annual conference at Carden Park Chester on Tuesday, January 27th (January 25-28, 2026). Mary gained recognition for her work in driving change, and in 2024 she was awarded an OBE for her contributions. read more

Branston potato growers visited a farm in Lincolnshire last week to explore the upcoming generation of potato varieties that may soon be available in supermarkets. One of the standout performers featured was a salad potato that has been in development for the past decade and is praised for its delicious taste. read more

The marketing of the winter onion harvest is completed. So far, the yields and qualities of summer onions have been quite satisfactory. However, there is still a lack of impulses on the sales side. The demand in the local retail sector is quiet, but it should pick up with the end of the summer holidays. read more

On the eve of Ganeshotsav, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Flower Market in Pune witnessed a massive turnout of customers. The market was buzzing with excitement as retail customers and bulk buyers, retail florists, flower decorators, and event organizers alike flocked to purchase flowers and leaves for. read more

Rijk Zwaan Australia has been continuously working on developing lettuce varieties that cater to the needs of consumers, growers, and retailers. One such variety is the Salanova® lettuce, which comes in red and green butter varieties. These lettuces have been specifically bred for easy processing, consumer convenience, and read more