Jako jedenastokrotny zdobywca tytułu „Najlepszy supermarket w kategorii owoców i warzyw” oraz z hasłem „Najwyższa jakość w najniższej cenie”, Lidl zbudował silną reputację. Jednak jak zrównoważona jest ta pozycja, kiedy wymagania dotyczące zrównoważonego rozwoju, zdrowia gleby i wpływu na klimat stają się coraz większe. read more

Apples originating from North Korea are now available in Russian supermarkets. This development in the market is part of efforts to boost North Korea's presence in the Russian economy. The growing availability of North Korean products is linked to a strategic agreement that was established a year ago, involving... read more

According to the latest Asda Income Tracker, 40 percent of households in the UK experienced a decline in their spending power growth in June. read more

Hundreds of thousands of soft plastic pieces, such as bread bags and crisp packets, are being repurposed to help children learn about fruits and vegetables. read more

Tegoroczne zbieranie dyni w Szwajcarii jest wyjątkowo wczesne. "Niektóre nasze uprawy są specjalnie przeznaczone do wczesnego zbioru i są uprawiane na organicznej folii mulczującej i pod potrójnym osłonem z agrowłókniną. Jednakże, bardzo nietypowe jest to, że udało nam się zebrać dynie typu butternut i Hokkaido już" read more

A group of Polish retailers, including Grupa Eurocash, Grupa Chorten, and Netto, have announced plans to form a joint-venture buying alliance to join European Marketing Distribution (EMD) AG, Europe's leading buying and marketing group. The final membership is contingent on receiving merger. read more

SPAR Slovenia encourages sustainable shoppingIn July, SPAR Slovenia joins the International Plastic-Free Month celebrations. SPAR Slovenia sells over 65% of its fruit and vegetables without packaging and further reduces plastic packaging by using more eco-friendly and recycled materials. Source:... read more

I must confess that if I write a comment on the survey conducted by the magazine Internazionale on the relationship between fruit and vegetable producers and modern distribution, it is only out of respect for the many who have asked me to take a stance on the issue. Personally, I would not have done it. With all due respect to the. read more

Na Cultivate 2025 w Columbus w stanie Ohio (USA), pot lilia Tiny Massive zdobyła nagrodę Retailers' Choice Award dla Najlepszego Nowego Produktu. Ta wyróżniona odmiana jest częścią serii Lily Looks Sensation, opracowanej przez holenderską firmę Arroyo Liliumbulbs we współpracy z Mak Breeding. Arroyo read more

In Denmark, cocaine was found hidden in banana shipments at several supermarkets, as reported by DR. The drugs were discovered by staff at 12 Coop retail stores, leading to a more thorough inspection. Denmark's National Unit for Special Crimes (NSK) has launched an investigation into the matter. read more

Bloomin' Easy Plants has announced that its Solar Sisters Rudbeckia won a Retailer's Choice Award during Cultivate '25, held on July 13-15th in Columbus, Ohio. The Retailer's Choice Awards are sponsored and hosted by The Garden Center Group, whose members make up the retail panel. read more

The 2025 summer campaign has begun at Agro Mediterranea Distribuzione, a company specializing in supplying fruits and vegetables to large retailers. They offer a wide range of produce, including high-quality melon and watermelon products. Andrea Manca, a partner in the company, is leading the campaign. read more

The premium retailer M&S has introduced seedless lemons in 200 stores following a successful launch in its larger Food Halls. read more

According to the latest figures from the association, berry sales this year are currently 24% higher than in the same period last year. Almost all major retail chains are reporting increased sales of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries. The background for this development is... read more

From July 22nd to 24th, 2025, the area of the province of Mantova will host the First Symposium of the Mantovano Melon PGI, a key event for the entire melon supply chain, with the participation of Italian and European producers, distributors, technicians, and retailers. Rijk Zwaan Italia will also be present at the event. read more

The negotiation between Lidl Italy and the trade unions Filcams Cgil, Fisascat Cisl, and Uiltucs for the renewal of the company's supplementary contract continues without results. The meeting held on July 10 ended with a negative outcome: according to the trade unions, the proposal was rejected. read more

"Wszystko to, że istniejemy, jest po prostu konieczne" - mówi Job van den Broek w poniższym wideo. Z bazy w Ridderkerk Job prowadzi firmę Job-AGF, specjalizującą się w skupie partii owoców i warzyw, które nie trafiają na półki supermarketów. "To wciąż dobre, stary sposób pracy ręcznej. read more

The shortage of produce caused by heavy rains and low spring temperatures in Murcia and Seville led to the melon and watermelon season ending with reasonable prices. However, the situation changed significantly with the start of the season in La Mancha. Despite the reduced production of melons and watermelons in the area, prices rose sharply. read more

The Naranjasyfrutas.com platform has released its annual report on the citrus season of 2024/2025. The report compiles important data gathered from over 100,000 yearly visits to the website, where thousands of growers advertise their crops for free, and retailers search for available varieties. read more

The UK retailer Co-op is launching Mojito-flavoured grapes just in time for the summer heatwave. Starting next week, the new variety called Mojito Fresh will be sold in chosen stores as part of the store's Irresistible Limited-Edition collection for a three-week period. read more