Belgium: Jumbo: "Not leaving, but expanding in Belgium" read more

India is the most populous country in the world. Its population is estimated at 1.428 billion, about 3 million more than China. There are obviously different types of consumers, including a few hundred million with remarkable purchasing power who prefer a specific level of quality in fruits and
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More than eight tons of Hass avocados from Australia’s South West region have now been airfreighted to Bangkok, ready to be distributed to retailers, hotels and restaurants. The first shipment of WA avocados to Thailand was given the green light earlier this week. read more

Despite a challenging economic backdrop, the Co-operative Group Ltd (Co-op) today (21 September) reported a robust sales performance during the first half (H1) of its financial year, with revenues marginally down on H1 2022, driven by lower revenue in the food retail business resulting from the
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Despite a challenging economic backdrop, the Co-operative Group Ltd (Co-op) today (21 September) reported a robust sales performance during the first half (H1) of its financial year, with revenues marginally down on H1 2022, driven by lower revenue in the food retail business resulting from the
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Tesco is joining forces with sustainable resource management company Veolia, Groundwork and local councils to introduce greener areas in schools, and give children a stronger start by learning more about the environment. read more

Waitrose and Aldi have cut prices on a number of fresh produce items. In the case of Waitrose, LEAF-certified potatoes, cauliflower and apples are among the latest tranche of discounts which will see prices lowered by 10 per cent on average. It represents the third time this year that Waitrose
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In Ukrainian supermarkets, there is a significant decrease in prices currently. According to official information available as of September 17, the pricing strategy in supermarkets is as follows: read more

UK: Ocado price cuts entice customers back to online grocery shopping as Q3 sales grow, says GlobalData read more

Aldihas accelerated its expansion in the US by acquiring the Southeastern Grocers supermarket portfolio in Jacksonville, Florida. The acquisition, which will close in early 2024, will cover 400 grocery shops, mainly under the Winn-Dixie and Harveys banner in the
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Up to 73% of US lettuce comes from California, being distributed nationwide through extensive retail chains. Lettuce grown in Florida accounts for 3% of the national total and has a unique market window during the winter months. Traditionally, Florida lettuce has been grown between October and
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As a sign of the challenges in Argentina, prices change so fast supermarkets do not even put price stickers on products anymore. The South American country is facing serious currency issues, price increases over 100%, that is further exacerbated by a long term drought that is forcing the fresh
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With the collapse of harvests and the farewell of one in four potatoes, retail prices for potatoes are soaring, ranking as the most expensive fruit and vegetable product at the consumer level with an increase of 26% in August compared to the same period last year. E'
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Half of British fruit & veg farmers have said it is likely they will go out of business in the next 12 months, new research from Riverford Organic Farmers has revealed. A survey by the organic veg box business of 100 growers in July found that 75% said supermarket behaviour was a leading concern
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Paco the tomato, Raniero the radicchio, Valeria the peach, Melchiorre the melon, Cinzia the cherry, Francesca the strawberry, Carmen the carrot, Car Carlo the artichoke, Lino the lemon, Carlone the cardboard wizard. These are just a few of the 22 fantastic fruit and packaging characters
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The late summer and unexpected heatwave in early September helped lift grocery sales at UK supermarkets, with Total Till sales growing +10.3 per cent in the last four weeks ending 9 September 2023, compared with the same period last year, reveals new data released today (19 September) by NIQ
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Dragon’s Den star Deborah Meaden, chef Rick Stein and wildlife TV presenter Chris Packham are among a number of household names supporting a campaign urging supermarkets to give a fairer deal to the UK’s struggling growers. read more

The segment of succulent plants, cacti and succulents has good growth margins in the fruit and vegetable departments of Italian shops. And some retailers are targeting this sector as significant. Within this framework is the initiative organised
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UK: Open letter to supermarket bosses warns farmers ‘struggling to survive’ read more

The EC has proposed that Member States reduce waste in retail trade and consumption (households, restaurants, and catering services) by 30% per capita by 2030. read more