Yesterday, the tenth edition of Think Fresh took place at the Congress Center of the Grand Hotel in Rimini. Think Fresh is a meeting for the fruit and vegetable sector organized by IFN with the scientific support of Agroter's Ortofrutta Monitor. There were 330 delegates in attendance, including 110 representatives of the retail sector. read more

The fruit and vegetable sector of Lcc continues to record positive performance week after week, and even in week 16, it is approaching double digits in terms of volume, despite a slight decrease in the average price mix. However, it should be considered that the week in question was the one before Easter. read more

The Agriculture Bureau of Kaohsiung, Taiwan, is expanding its fruit export operations to Canada, with export earnings exceeding NT$10 million (approximately $324,000 USD). This growth has been driven by activities such as supermarket tastings and educational events. The bureau revealed that its sales team has been actively working with prominent Canadian... read more

Aldi UK: Aldi shoppers can recreate a popular Italian sandwich for less than £1. Aldi UK stated: "Shoppers can experience a taste of Italy for only 94p per person by purchasing the trending Italian sandwich ingredients at Aldi. Everything needed to make a delicious Italian sandwich can be found in the aisles of Aldi." read more

Supermarkets and foreign distribution platforms continue to demand a steady and ample supply of Italian lemons, even as the season is coming to a close. The market remains lively, partly due to quality issues with lemons imported from other countries. read more

Kesko reiterates profit guidance after encouraging Q1 performance

Finnish retail conglomerate Kesko Group has reported net sales of €2.8 billion in the first quarter of its financial year, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 2.5% on a reported basis. Kesko's comparable operating profit read more

Food retailer, wholesaler, and distributor A.F. Blakemore & Son has announced Steven Nuttall as its new Chief Financial Officer. read more

Woolworths New Zealand reported a 4.8% increase in third-quarter sales, reaching almost $2.12 billion. Despite this growth, the grocery chain noted a 0.3% decrease in prices, primarily driven by lower prices of fruits and vegetables like potatoes, tomatoes, and citrus. This decrease was partially offset by price increases in meat. read more

W tym Wielkanoc, Grupa Costa miała awokado z wyrytymi laserowo postaciami wielkanocnymi na ich skórce. Próba, która odbywała się w 20 wybranych sklepach Woolworths w Victorii, jest częścią szerszego zaangażowania Costy w zrównoważony rozwój i zaangażowanie konsumentów. We współpracy z "The Packaging Hippie" Giladem. read more

The Dutch Spring Trials, also known as the Pack Trials, are taking place this week. Eight breeders are showcasing the latest novelty assortments to growers, retailers, and industry peers. Visitors have traveled from as far as Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Canada, with the majority attending from European countries. read more

Morocco’s avocado success story sounds like a horticultural fairy tale: in a short span of time, a serene part of North Africa has transformed into one of the most promising new suppliers of this creamy, green fruit. For retailers and importers in search of exceptional produce, Moroccan avocados provide a unique option. read more

The shareholders' meeting of Despar Italia, the consortium company that brings together six food distribution companies and affiliated retailers under the Despar brand, held yesterday, renewed the Board of Directors and appointed the top positions in the Consortium. read more

Later Easter has increased sales at UK supermarkets, as shown by new data. read more

Due to their early planting and specialization in cultivation, the 90 active producers of Pfalzmarkt make an important contribution to ensuring a secure and price-stable supply of fresh fruits and vegetables in Germany. Orders from wholesale markets and retail food stores are delivered daily. read more

Po miesiącach zmieniającej się produkcji i złożonej dynamice rynkowej, Andrea Manca i Filippo Frongia z Agro Mediterranea Distribuzione, firmy specjalizującej się w dostawie owoców i warzyw do supermarketów i należącej do grupy Agro Mediterranea, biorą pod lupę sytuację związaną z pomidorami i. read more

On 1 May 2025, Hans van Ree will resign from his position as the managing director of The Floral Connection (TFC), a subsidiary of the Dutch Flower Group (DFG). TFC, based in De Kwakel, serves various retail customers throughout Europe, focusing mainly on supermarket chains, by providing flowers, bouquets, and. read more

Week 15 ends with a good performance for the fruit and vegetable sector, which continues to show positive results. Growth is observed across all physical sales channels, including supermarkets, while online sales have seen a slight decrease. Among the most prevalent categories... read more

The requirements placed on food producers and traders by buyers, retailers, and certification bodies for supply chain traceability and compliance are constantly growing, and Agriplace views AI as the most effective solution to alleviate this mounting pressure. read more

Lidl has announced a half-a-billion-pound investment in UK expansion as it moves forward with plans to open more than 40 new stores across the country this financial year. read more

According to the coalition agreement, it is planned that in the future at least one digital payment option should also be offered in stores. However, the German Retail Association (HDE) advocates for a demand-oriented range of payment methods and calls for a review of the costs of payment options. read more