The reduction of warehouse stocks is already well advanced, especially the quantities of packaged free goods are now manageable, according to a statement from the Austrian Chamber of Agriculture. Retailers are advised to order appropriate quantities until the connection to the read more

PAN Netherlands (Pesticide Action Network) comes to this conclusion based on a new count by the organic organization EKO. The count took place in early 2025 in 60 branches of supermarkets in nine provinces. The supermarkets visited included Albert Heijn, Jumbo, Lidl, PLUS/Coop, Aldi. read more

This week, analysts from the EastFruit project reported that prices for high-quality carrots in Ukraine have started to increase once more. Market participants believe that this is due to a high demand for quality root vegetables coupled with limited supply. Wholesale companies and retail chains are actively participating in this trend. read more

UK: Poundland's retail and digital executives depart in leadership shuffle

Poundland has revamped its leadership team under new CEO Barry Williams as part of his strategy to revitalize the ailing retailer. Approximately twelve senior directors in the discount chain's digital, commercial, and buying departments have exited as part of the restructuring. read more

The hardware giant Bunnings has agreed to a set of principles to address concerns regarding its relationships with plant suppliers. This issue was raised during last year's supermarket senate inquiry, where suppliers expressed complaints about Bunnings' conduct and advocated for a code of conduct to safeguard their interests. read more

In order to counteract food waste at the beginning of the value chain, Aldi Süd has created an additional sales opportunity for imperfect produce under its private label "Krumme Dinger." The discounter announced that German asparagus with minor imperfections will now also be included in this initiative. read more

The Italian marketer Jingold has announced plans to expand its production area in Europe by approximately 40%. This decision comes as the demand for their wide range of fruit varieties, particularly from retailers, continues to increase. read more

The survey conducted by OnePoll among 250 independent small retailers revealed that 91% have implemented AI technology - the most common applications being AI assistants (39%), marketing (39%), and text generation (38%). On a typical day, they save read more

CAST 2025 is behind us. At Danziger in Gilroy, CA, visitors were given a backstage pass to a greenhouse full of color and creativity. From new genetics to retail inspiration, eye-catching combos to elegant novelties, the mood was energetic for this season and beyond. "CAST is a great" read more

"The days when Lidl showed great respect for French producers are long gone," claims the Sauvons les Fruits et Légumes de France collective, which accuses the German discount chain of "waging a price war." This is a situation that the collective links directly to the departure of Michel Biero. read more

Aldi UK Chief Executive Giles Hurley reflects on significant retail technology changes as the company surpasses the milestone of 1,000 stores. As the German retailer marks 35 years of operations in the UK, Hurley has shared updates on the progress made, including new store openings. read more

Target Corporation announced the expansion of its floral offerings with the launch of Good Little Garden, the retailer's first standalone floral owned brand. Whether shopping for special occasions like Mother's Day or to simply brighten their own day, consumers now have more fresh options. read more

The National Garden Bureau (NGB), the organizer of the California Spring Trials (CAST) registration, has announced that the dates for the 2026 event are March 24-27, 2026. This industry event, which is aimed at brokers, growers, and retailers, will once again take place at various locations across California, providing a preview of read more

With the northern hemisphere entering the harvest season, pineapples, mangos, and melons are being consumed in large quantities. The Japanese peeler innovator Astra is once again busy preparing shipments for retail chains and small-scale factories that require fruit peeling. This month, the company is... read more

W Uzbekistanie czereśnie są czymś więcej niż tylko owocem - są one kulturowym znakiem oraz sygnałem nadejścia cieplejszych dni. Znany z żyznych ziem i bogatego dziedzictwa rolniczego, Uzbekistan produkuje niektóre z najwyższej jakości czereśni w regionie, a pojawienie się pierwszych partii w read more

Each spring, as Easter draws near, millions of people around the world take part in the tradition of coloring eggs - a symbol of life, renewal, and resurrection. While synthetic dyes are prevalent on supermarket shelves, there is an increasing trend towards rediscovering the beauty and significance of using natural dyes for coloring eggs. read more

Italian supermarket Italmark (Selex) in Carpenedolo (BS) has been renovated following damage caused by extreme weather events 18 months ago. The store covers a total area of 2,476 square meters, with approximately 200 square meters dedicated to fruits and vegetables, offering a new look as reported in Gdoweek. read more

It has always been one of the undisputed queens of the fruit and vegetable department, present in shopping carts 365 days a year. The banana, an iconic and one of the best-selling products ever, has often been talked about for its aggressive pricing strategies adopted in retail outlets. read more

We are in the midst of the strawberry cultivation campaign and providing an updated overview of the situation is Francesco Nicodemo, president of Op Frutthera Growers: "This year, the area in Basilicata has experienced a production decrease estimated at around 15-20%, due to the conditions." read more

From today, the new Selenella New Potatoes will be back in the fruit and vegetable departments of the best retail stores. A 100% Italian product, the result of high-quality work, controlled and guaranteed at every stage. Today marks the beginning of the marketing campaign: "This year we started..." read more