Key supermarket buyers, importers, wholesalers, and suppliers are expected to participate in Festival of Fresh 2025 as FPJ’s summer event takes place in Lincolnshire on Thursday, June 5th. read more

Peru's water management policy has allowed its fruit export industry to become successful on the global market. In the last twenty years, large irrigation projects in the eastern part of the country have linked the arid but fertile plains along the Pacific coast to highland rivers and the tropical Amazon region. read more

At the headquarters of OGS Südbaden, tons of asparagus and strawberries are delivered, picked, and dispatched to regional food retailers. In calendar week 16, the first tunnel-grown strawberries were offered to retailers, followed by outdoor-grown produce in calendar weeks 18-19. From now on, the... read more

In the center of Lille, Monoprix, the French supermarket concept targeted at urban, quality-conscious consumers, provides an interesting example of how fresh fruits and vegetables are displayed. Monoprix is recognized for blending a diverse, sometimes international product selection with a lifestyle-oriented approach. read more

The Discount channel is expected to experience a strong phase of expansion in the coming years, according to a new forecast published by IGD in its Global Discount Trends Report. Between 2024 and 2029, it is projected to grow globally by a significant $217 billion. This makes it one of the leading channels in the retail sector. read more

"In honor of our 40th anniversary, we are hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony to symbolize our dedication to renewal and our vision for the future. The event will highlight the new graphic design of our company's brands: Così Com'è, tailored for major retailers and end..." read more

Lidl Romania experienced significant growth in 2024, with a reported consolidated net turnover of over RON 24.6 billion (€4.8 billion), marking a 9% increase from 2023. The company invested over RON 800 million (€158 million) and contributed more than RON 2.8 billion (€553 million) to the state. read more

A new banana brand, Trudi's™, has been launched with a focus on supporting rural communities in Costa Rica. The initiative, created by Fyffes in partnership with CARE International UK and participating retailers, aims to benefit 200 rural families in the initial phase. Trudi's bananas are. read more

Suppliers are being encouraged to give anonymous feedback on the performance of the Groceries Code Adjudicator in monitoring retailer behavior and to report any unfair practices in the supply chain. read more

M&S claims to be the first retailer to offer early season British Tenderstem three weeks ahead of the usual harvest, following an increase in homegrown crop production due to investment in polytunnels. read more

More than 500 individual items are set to have their prices permanently reduced at Lidl, with some items seeing reductions of up to 35% - without compromising on product quality, according to Lidl. This includes both nationwide and regional price adjustments, in line with the motto: "Lidl is worth it". read more

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The Riza Growers collective is going to host its inaugural Riza Expo at their inspiration center in Wateringen from June 4 to 6 and June 10 to 11. This event is targeted towards exporters, retailers, trade professionals, and garden centers. Henk said, "This is our chance to demonstrate the reasons behind the creation of Riza." read more

Według Stowarzyszenia Rolników z Walencji (AVA-ASAJA), ceny oferowane producentom ziemniaków spadły o połowę w ciągu ostatnich trzech tygodni, do tego stopnia, że są teraz poniżej kosztów produkcji i generują straty. Organizacja rolnicza oskarża agentów, którzy są read more

AGF Monitor compares weekly online price developments for various types of fruit and vegetables at six supermarkets: Albert Heijn, Jumbo, Plus, Dirk, Vomar, and Hoogvliet. Up to and including week 19, these included avocados, cauliflower, Galia melons, oranges, cucumbers, and vine tomatoes. read more

On May 26th, Mother's Day is celebrated in Poland. It is one of the biggest flower events of the year, with supermarkets stocking up on more flowers for the occasion. This year, the fact that it fell on a Monday posed some logistical challenges for supermarket buyers. read more

Slovenia: SPAR continues to roll out new initiatives. SPAR Slovenia, in cooperation with Resman Plus d.o.o., opened a new franchise SPAR supermarket in Naklo. The focus is on fresh produce, including a colorful array of fruits and vegetables. In partnership with the YouSea Institute, the retail... read more

The Casino Group has recently announced the signing of a partnership agreement with H&S Invest Holding to open over 210 convenience stores in Morocco over the next 10 years under the Franprix and Monoprix brands. This partnership represents a significant milestone in the Casino Group's new venture. read more

Występuje niedobór pomidorów w niektórych głównych sklepach detalicznych w Południowej Australii, ale nie wydaje się, że jest to problemem w lokalnych warzywniakach czy niezależnych sklepach. "Niedobór pomidorów w Południowej Australii w tej chwili wynika z zakończenia sezonu upraw w SA i opóźnienia w dostawie. read more

In Spalding, UK, Worldwide Fruit has transformed its avocado ripening process with the Softripe system by JD Cooling, which utilizes Grundfos pumps at its core. The company had been struggling with issues such as inconsistent ripening and short shelf life. The implementation of the new system has significantly enhanced control and efficiency. read more