Germany's retail and wholesale sector has been experiencing a significant increase in business insolvencies, with traditional, well-established companies being particularly impacted. According to data from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs, the number of corporate bankruptcies has been on the rise. read more

The UK-based biological crop protection company Bionema Group has announced the launch of WeevilIntercept™, a ready-to-use biological solution designed to control adult black vine weevils (Otiorhynchus sulcatus) in ornamental horticulture, nurseries, and retail plant production systems. read more

On one side, there is a decline in both mainstream references and excellent proposals capable of entering the most important PPLs (premium private labels) of the Italian Large-Scale Retail Trade (Gdo); on the other hand, there is a rediscovery of high-value niches, increasingly sought after and valued by distributors. This is the read more

Salix Fruits has announced the beginning of the winter citrus season with a diverse portfolio that links growers from both hemispheres with retail, foodservice, and wholesale customers globally. The company's objective is to guarantee consistency and dependability by sourcing from various regions in order to. read more

Plant growers and retailers recognize that clean, attractive, and healthy foliage attracts attention and boosts consumer sales. However, they are also aware that foliage plants in commercial production frequently suffer from reduced value due to calcium deposits, pesticides, and other unappealing residues. read more

The operational phase of the operation to relaunch Carrefour Italia, destined to gradually return under the historic GS brand, has begun. The strategy and objectives of the operation were outlined by entrepreneur Angelo Mastrolia in an interview with Corriere. read more

As planned, the first Chilean blueberries were delivered to food retailers shortly before the turn of the year. "Demand has been very good so far, and price developments in this segment are typically strongly driven by supply," summarizes Malte Storjohann, Head of Procurement Overseas at Port… read more

"Lidl Italy launches 'A commitment that really counts': a paper flyer that, for the first time, is delivered directly into the hands of consumers to illustrate, in detail, all the actions already taken and the future objectives of the company for sustainable practices. The brochure, which..." read more

How much does private label products weigh in the total production of the main Italian fruit and vegetable companies? And above all: when a company produces private label products for a retail chain, are their own branded products also present in that same chain or not? A question with a solution yet to be found. read more

Taiwan-based vertical farming operator and technology provider, YesHealth Group, in partnership with Saudi Arabian agriculture company, Mowreq Specialized Agriculture, has started supplying the retail chain Panda in Riyadh under the brand name Jana Farm, as the new facility scales up. read more

After a positive year-end closure, 2026 begins with a decrease in sales of Low Cost Carriers (Lcc), including pre-packed fruits and vegetables, despite a substantially stable average price mix. The trend is negative across all channels, although supermarkets and self-service stores show better resilience. read more

After several years of absence, Florensis is returning to IPM Essen this year. From January 27 to 30, Florensis will be exhibiting at stand 2A35 in Hall 2 with a presentation that takes a slightly different approach from past iterations. The focus is firmly on best-performing retail concepts: solutions… read more

Switzerland: Migros recorded strong sales figures in 2025 and is enjoying growth in the remaining business areas. Migros reported: "In its 100th anniversary year, the Migros Group strengthened its core business - the supermarket - by offering customers permanently lower prices, helping them to..." read more

W Belgii Lidl postanowił, że wszystkie róża sprzedawane w jego sklepach będą teraz certyfikowane przez Fairtrade. Dzięki tej decyzji, detalista w pełni przeniósł swoją ofertę róż na certyfikowane produkty, mając na celu poprawę warunków społecznych i środowiskowych w międzynarodowym łańcuchu dostaw kwiatów. read more

While on a business trip to China that began on January 12, 2026, SanLucar CEO Armin Rehberg supervised various developments related to the company's operations in the Chinese market. One significant result of the trip was the establishment of a long-term partnership between SanLucar and the Chinese... read more

Federdistribuzione welcomes without alarmism the start of the inquiry by the Antitrust on the role of Large-Scale Retail (Gdo) in the agri-food chain and on the increase in food prices (+24.9% between October 2021 and October 2025), as reported by Adnkronos. read more

Analysts from the EastFruit project have noted an upward price trend for table beets on the Ukrainian market this week. Local producers are reporting a decrease in stocks of high-quality root vegetables, while there is a strong demand from wholesale companies and retail chains for this product. read more

Across Europe, Lidl continues to promote its dedication to healthy eating by establishing strong connections with fresh produce. read more

The Australian fresh produce industry's 'Fruit and Veggies Yummy Yummy' campaign with The Wiggles has started in 2026, with retail activations scheduled throughout the country as children return to school. read more

On Thursday evening, at the Selenella Club at the Renato Dall’Ara Stadium, about 300 professionals from the food, retail, and industry sectors gathered for an informal aperitif followed by a DJ set. read more