Finland: Kesko announces sale-and-leaseback deal for some grocery stores

Finnish retailer Kesko has sold ten grocery stores to Swedish firm Prisma Properties for approximately €59 million. This sale-and-leaseback transaction allows Kesko to sign long-term leases on the properties, enabling it to. read more

The year 2025 is shaping up to be a particularly dynamic time for the international fresh produce sector. Tito Spaldi, Isolcell's International Sales Manager, describes a changing market driven by new storage, ripening, and quality continuity needs, as well as significant geopolitical and logistical... read more

Jiffy International, in partnership with Braam Group, a European specialist in retail-focused gardening concepts and distribution, has joined forces to enhance its position in the European home gardening market. Within this partnership, Braam Group will handle the marketing and distribution of Jiffy's products. read more

Liczi, zielony szparagi, a nawet może być owoce karamboli: egzotyczne produkty są podstawą na świątecznych menu. Nature's Pride, lider rynku i importer egzotycznych owoców i warzyw, dostarcza supermarkety, eksporterów, hurtownie i dostawców cateringowych w całej Europie. Ta holenderska firma odnotowuje wzrost sprzedaży. read more

We had already sensed that 2025 would be a favorable year for sales and consumption in the fruit and vegetable department of the retail sector, based on the performance monitored and analyzed week after week. There has been a positive trend, despite some ups and downs. read more

MSC is pleased to announce a significant enhancement to its IROKO service with a new direct call at Cape Town, connecting Asia, South, and West Africa. This improved service will support various sectors, particularly the retail industry and other end-consumer industries. read more

The abnormally warm temperatures have caused cauliflower production in Brittany to triple. However, the lack of wintry weather has not boosted consumption, leading to falling prices. Supermarkets have issued an alert about the overproduction of cauliflower and are encouraging consumers to purchase French cauliflower. read more

Carrefour BuyBye is expanding rapidly in Belgium with the launch of the Reckon.ai microstore. This second AI-powered microstore is a result of a partnership between Carrefour and the Accor Group. Arnaud Lesne, Director of Innovation & Partnerships at Carrefour, announced the news in a LinkedIn post. read more

Trzy nowe przewodniki zostały dodane do rosnącej listy zasobów udostępnianych przez Sustainabloom, aby uprościć obszar zrównoważonego rozwoju flory kulturowej i wesprzeć członków branży w przyjęciu praktycznych, opartych na badaniach rozwiązań. Nowe przewodniki dotyczą oświetlenia i oszczędzania wody i dołączają do obszernej read more

A family-owned carrot farm in the UK is harvesting approximately 150 tons of carrots per day, seven days a week, to meet the seasonal demand leading up to Christmas. Poskitts, located in Kellington, North Yorkshire, aims to supply around one million bags of carrots to supermarkets across the country. read more

As of 1 January 2026, e-Flora, a part of the Dutch Flower Group (DFG), will cease its operations. e-Flora was established several years ago to consolidate all e-fulfilment activities for online retailers (e-tailers) within DFG and to enhance the e-commerce of flowers, plants, and gifts. read more

Metrolina Greenhouses and South Central Growers have announced a merger, effective January 1, 2026, uniting two established greenhouse operations to accelerate growth, expand capabilities, and strengthen service to retail partners. The combined organization will operate under the Metrolina name. read more

OrtoRomipart will participate in the new edition of Marca Fresh (hall 19, booth C34-D33) where it will present the main private label products already available for various retailers. Martina Boromello, marketing and communications director, explains the significance of the brand's presence. Why participate in Marca? read more

Jiffy has announced its participation in IPM Essen 2026, where the company will showcase two innovations aimed at assisting growers in achieving cleaner, stronger, and more sustainable production. Visitors to the exhibition will have the opportunity to view a new Jiffy Pot tailored for retail, as well as the new peat-free raw material. read more

Miami-based tropical fruit grower and importer Tierra Suelta has reported that "plentiful volumes" of premium dragon fruit are now available for retail promotions. read more

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Penny has named new CEOs in the Czech Republic and Italy. In the Czech Republic, Draško Lazović has been appointed as the new general manager, replacing Florian Naegele who has left REWE Group. Meanwhile, REWE Group has announced that Arnd Riehl, who is currently in charge of human resources at REWE International Services, - read more

A.H. Worth has recently launched a new red kale variety in Tesco's Finest range, which has been made available since December 15th in 275 Tesco stores throughout the UK, as well as on the retailer's online platform. This new addition complements the supplier's existing offerings of kale and cavolo nero within the premium brassica category. read more