In Europe, the farmer protests may have pushed the campaign somewhat into the background, but from February 1st to 7th, Flanders once again celebrated the Week of the Belgian Chicory. That is when this 'Belgian glory' is highlighted, yet it provided much food for thought, says Charles Cattoir of
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Around 20 million packaging units are to be stored, picked and handled at the METRO LOGISTICS sites in Kirchheim, Altlandsberg and Bergkirchen - an extensive collaboration between the two companies. read more

Coles has announced the opening of applications for round 12 of the Coles Nurture Fund, with grants of up to A$500,000 available to fuel projects that drive innovation, sustainability and growth. read more

Irish home consumption and retail sales remain unchanged. The availability of pre-pack quality stock is tightening and prices reported are reflective of this. The viability of overwintered crop is questionable, some growers have up to 50 acres remaining to be harvested due to poor weather
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In the wake of ongoing farmers' protests, security measures including the sealing of state borders around Delhi have sparked concerns over the supply of essentials, potentially hiking retail prices of fruits and vegetables. read more

The five leading Spanish retail chains in 2023, in this order Mercadona, Carrefour, Lidl, Eroski Group and DIA, together account for more than half (51%) of the Spanish retail market share. All of this in a year in which the market has grown in value

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The Centro Agroalimentare di Bologna opens its doors to private citizens, who can experience first-hand the quality and convenience offered by producers and wholesalers in the Bologna market. read more

Nama is the novelty tomato that Fogliati, the leader of a supply chain project, presented at the Berlin trade fair as a preview. Interest also from foreign retailers read more

From 3 to 16 March 2024, Sicilian lemons (primofiore variety) will be sold in 500 gram nets in supermarkets, hypermarkets and discount stores all over Italy participating in the initiative. Two euros is the price of each net, of which Citrus l'Orto Italiano will donate 40 cents to
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Aldi UK currently has more than 1,000 shops across the UK and is aiming to reach its long-term target of 1,500 shops to meet demand for its unique, high-quality, value-for-money offering. read more

Berry grower Hall Hunter has launched a major recruitment programme to entice seasonal workers to join. read more

The season continues for the Moro Sardo tomato, the excellence of the Agromediterranea Group, based in Serrenti, southern Sardinia, which is reviving this ancient variety and centuries-old tradition of the area. After analysing the start of the campaign, which came early
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The popularity of exotic mushrooms is rapidly increasing. “To keep up with growing consumer demand, we are expanding our growing capabilities,” says Mark Kreiner, Outside Sales Coordinator, with Mother Earth Organic Mushrooms. Lion’s Mane especially shows tremendous growth, both in
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Ahold Delhaize, a large food retail group in both supermarkets and e-commerce in Europe, the US and Indonesia, reported fourth quarter results (Q4) Group net sales were €23.0 billion, up 1.9% at constant exchange rates and down 1.4% at actual exchange rates. Q4 comparable sales excluding gas
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In the UK, Lidl is transforming its contracts with its vegetable suppliers into more long-term relationships, with a view to providing greater certainty for growers in response to the constant weather challenges they face. read more