Heemskerk Fresh & Easy has rebranded its international consumer brand Fresh & Easy. With this new brand, the convenience specialist aims to introduce product innovations to the market more rapidly and support retailers who do not have their own convenience vegetable brand in expanding this category. read more

2025 has been a favorable year for fruits and vegetables in large-scale retail, as we had written at the end of the year (click here to learn more), and this is confirmed by the latest data available up to week 52. The overall picture is positive, but - as often happens in a department... read more

Zwyżka cen ubezpieczenia społecznego i rachunków za energię to przyczyna wzrostu cen żywności, twierdzą brytyjscy sprzedawcy. Dostawcy i supermarkety mają problem z absorpcją wyższych kosztów. read more

The 22nd edition of MARCA by BolognaFiere & ADM, the international trade fair platform that kicks off the year of the Private Label, has successfully concluded, confirming its strategic role in the Italian and European retail landscape. read more

LuLu Retail has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the leading berry supplier Driscoll’s, formalizing a strategic marketing and promotion partnership across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. read more

After the turn of the year, the Dithmarschen cabbage industry typically conducts a first, cautious interim assessment. "Sales of white and red cabbage in German food retail have been satisfactory so far, with consistently low prices. However, exports to other European countries are significantly lacking." read more

The new private labels from Mediflora provide trade opportunities that are customized for various market segments. These include the SunnyHerbs brand for herbs, as well as citrus private labels such as "Lime Time," "Lemon Time," and "Orange Time." Additionally, there are special new products available. read more

"Wróciliśmy z Marca Fresh w Bolonii z szeregiem ważnych kontaktów, co dodatkowo potwierdza jego znaczącą rolę w sektorze owoców i warzyw. Była większa frekwencja w porównaniu z ubiegłym rokiem, dzięki m.in. obecności większej liczby wystawców i najważniejszych marek w branży..." read more

UK: Aldi has been named 'Favourite Supermarket' at the Good Housekeeping Good Eating Awards. Aldi UK stated: 'Readers of Good Housekeeping praised Aldi for its "combination of affordable, high-quality products" and "helpful staff", with a large number of votes resulting in the supermarket winning the top spot... read more

The analysis published a few days ago on apples in the national modern Distribution (click here to learn more) has highlighted how, behind the apparent stability of the sector, very different strategies are hidden among the various retailers. In this second part of the study, read more

The first hearings of the Committee of Inquiry into Manufacturers' and Distributors' Margins began on December 17th. Established at the end of October upon the initiative of Antoinette Guhl, a senator from Paris (ecologist), the committee is expected to finish its work by May 2026 at the latest. Its goal is to scrutinize the margins of manufacturers and distributors. read more

Basko strengthens its presence in Genoa and the Quarto area with a 1,500 square meter supermarket, as reported by Gdoweek. The store is located on Via Carrara and offers a complete range of products, including serviced counters along the perimeter, which are one of the group's strengths, as well as a self-service fruit and vegetable section. read more

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Brazil is best known for its vibrant carnivals, passionate football culture, the vast Amazon Rainforest, and iconic beaches. However, the country's extraordinary biodiversity also supports one of the world's most significant fresh produce industries. read more

Costa Group has introduced mini honeydew melons in a new trial with Woolworths. These glasshouse-grown fruits will be available in 50 top-tier stores across Victoria, as the grower-marketer aims to transform how Australians purchase and savor melons. read more

Costa Group has introduced new mini honeydew melons in a new trial with Woolworths. These glasshouse-grown fruits will be available in 50 top-tier stores across Victoria. This initiative is part of the grower-marketer's campaign to revolutionize how Australians purchase and savor melons. read more

BDA/Dorot Farm has launched its new export season of fresh and sweet carrots for the North American market. The new crop includes the company's large jumbo carrots and packaged cello carrots, which are currently being shipped to retail chains, foodservice distributors, and fresh-cut processors throughout the United States and Canada. read more

The pumpkin season is currently facing difficulties. Prices on the open market are almost unattainable, and there is no market for smaller sizes. "Thanks to strong partnerships with Belgian supermarkets, we have been able to sell our larger volumes effectively, but for the smaller sizes, we had to launch a... read more

With the increasing demand for rose varieties that combine elegance and performance, Rio Symbol has been added to the assortment of Rio Roses as a sophisticated and reliable option. This variety was created to cater to the requirements of wholesalers, retailers, and floral designers. Rio Symbol boasts a read more