Society and consumers are rightly demanding sustainable products and sustainable behaviour from business and trade. Of course, this means overcoming numerous challenges in already difficult times. But climate change is not taking a break. The effects are
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For years, Lidl has adopted a policy of responsible fruit and vegetable purchasing with the aim of promoting greater sustainability in fruit and vegetable production. This commitment is reflected in the assortment choices, which are all oriented towards this logic. "By collaborating on
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For Australian avocado enthusiasts, discerning the ripeness of Hass or Shephard varieties remains a challenge prior to purchase. The introduction of an avocado ripeness checker in a Zurich supermarket has sparked global debate on whether this technology is the solution to determining fruit
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UK shop prices rise at slowest pace since December 2021Prices in British shops rose at the slowest pace in more than two years in March, the British Retail Consortium (BRC) said, adding to signs that the country's inflation squeeze is now fading fast. Shop price inflation dropped to 1.3% from
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During week 18, eight breeders in North-Holland will show their new assortment developments to growers, retailers and industry colleagues. These so-called pack trials have been a strong tradition for years and offer the perfect opportunity to view the latest pot and bedding plants on the
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Why should banana prices actually be higher in stores? Why will it be years before other African countries will take Central and South America by storm in exports? Why is there no TR4-resistant variety yet? And why are reefer ships suddenly in demand again? Frits Popma answers all these
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The mini-cucumber category continues to gain popularity as a result of increased healthy snacking trends and salad consumption. Recognizing these trends, Hazel Technologies has identified an opportunity to provide quality-conscious growers, retailers, as well as consumers, with a fresher and… read more

Despite the lack of official statements from the Egyptian government on the issue of the onion export ban, which was extended until March 31, 2024 inclusive, most market participants are confident that from April 1 they will be able to resume export shipments. EastFruit analysts note that there
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This year’s strawberry season in Greece has gotten off to an exceptionally good start, says Christian Vogelsang, buyer and seller at ExPa-Frucht Ltd, based in Ottobrunn. “Since the beginning of the season, we have consistently received ample supply, and the demand has been quite
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Dutch supermarket chain Jumbo has announced that all of the loose red peppers and cucumbers it sources from within the Netherlands will be sold without plastic packaging from now on. read more

UK: Co-op claims convenience retailer first with SBTi net zero target validationCo-op has become the first UK convenience retailer to have its net zero targets validated by the globally recognised Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Co-op, which operates 2,400 food stores across the UK, is
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Italy’s Vog apple consortium has launched a new display format across several European countries that showcases its most modern brands together in one place in a bid to add value and attractiveness to supermarket produce departments. read more

Italy’s Vog apple consortium has launched a new display format across several European countries that showcases its most modern brands together in one place in a bid to add value and attractiveness to supermarket produce departments. read more

To this end, the association has introduced the Innovation Corner, a new point-of-sale format dedicated to modern apple brands, in cooperation with various European retailers. read more

Morrisons has reported its strongest quarterly like-for-like sales growth for three years, marking seven straight quarters of improvement. read more

South Africa has launched its table grape promotional campaign for the current season as the first volumes hit supermarket shelves in China this week. SATI confirmed that the first arrivals of varieties including Sweet Globe, Autumn Crisp and Crimson Seedless in specially branded packs are now
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UK: Third Asda store facing strike actionAsda's store in Lowestoft is facing a walkout by staff in a dispute over pay and conditions. It would become the third Asda store to face a strike. Workers at the supermarket's Gosport site walked out last month and staff at its Wisbech store are set for… read more

Like every year, the Easter holidays are an excellent opportunity to showcase local seasonal products through displays in the stores. Alinéa Top Alliance "does this type of promotion every year, with nothing but positive feedback from our clients, whose sales and volumes increase during this
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Analysts from the EastFruit project have observed a significant reduction in carrot prices in Ukraine this week. The market has seen an influx of carrots from local farms, leading to a surplus that has driven consumer demand down and slowed sales within the carrot segment. read more

Producers, floral enthusiasts, retail florists, and Master Gardeners were engaged in a day of education at the MSU Coastal Research and Extension Center, Biloxi, Mississippi on March 26. Rachel Bond, owner and lead designer of Pine Hills Floral Design, a wedding and event florist, and general
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