In the first quarter of the year, the retail sector of fruit and vegetable products in Spain has had a positive start: 84% of companies have seen an increase in the value of their sales. However, despite this initial momentum, less than half of the companies read more

The British company Blue Skies has developed a supply chain model that delivers fresh-cut, ripe fruit to Dutch supermarkets within 48 hours of harvest. This approach tackles common challenges in fruit importation, such as quality loss from harvesting unripe produce and inefficiencies in the supply chain. read more

The Comptoir Rhodanien group (Drôme) has announced the acquisition of Fruits 2000 (Ardèche), a company specializing in the packaging and shipping of fruits like cherries, apricots, chestnuts, walnuts, and kiwis to specialized wholesalers and major European retailers. read more

The beginning of summer has brought good news for Ukrainian consumers, as prices for essential vegetables, especially tomatoes and potatoes, have dropped significantly compared to May. Data from major retail chains as of June 29, 2025, confirms this trend. The most notable change is observed in the price. read more

Supermarkets have improved their treatment of suppliers in the past year, as indicated by a new survey. read more

Asda, Tesco, and Lidl are some of the top retailers supporting the British apple and pear season, based on figures from the first nine months of the current harvest year. read more

The presence in supermarkets and discount stores is increasing. As a result, the demand for red fruits is also on the rise. In the current 26th calendar week, according to AMI, promotional prices for red currants are already being advertised 7 times in the retail sector, a similar level to that in read more

Bright red heart pulp, excellent firmness, and a sweet tropical note that surprises: Exotic Red is the red kiwi signed by Jingold, now available in supermarkets even during the summer months thanks to production in the southern hemisphere. It is an exclusive variety of which the company read more

Odkrycie 300 kg kokainy w skrzynkach z bananami podkreśla trwające wyzwania w handlu nielegalnym. Według rzeczniczki policji Brandenburgii, Brigit Kardels, narkotyki zostały znalezione w dziesięciu supermarketach w Berlinie i czterech w Brandenburgii. To zdarzenie pokrywa się z wcześniejszymi metodami przemytu, które obejmują. read more

UK: Snappy Shopper achieves significant milestone in partnership with Foodhub. Over 1,000 retailers are currently linked to the Foodhub platform through Snappy Shopper, and more retailers are joining every week. After a successful trial period, Snappy Shopper has expanded its implementation, with... read more

In week 24, the trends for Lcc fruit and vegetables are positive, showing signs of improvement compared to previous weeks, despite the increase in the average price mix. Among the sales channels, supermarkets and self-service stand out, while hypermarkets and discount stores... read more

The beginning of the stone fruit season at De Groot Fruit & Vegetables started off quite well, despite some initial shortages due to hail damage in the spring and the strong demand for promotional volumes from retailers across Europe. Currently, the supply from Llerida is in full swing, and we are... read more

Despite the popularity of apps and digital offers, paper promotions in supermarkets remain central: every year in Italy, around 6 billion flyers are printed, equal to 100 copies per inhabitant. This sector is worth 680 million euros and involves specialized entities in. read more

Leading UK retailers, manufacturers, and traders have shown their support for creating a more equitable and robust global food system through collaborative efforts that go beyond competition. read more

"Here, vegetable growers and retail chain partners from all over the world discover the latest varieties, innovations in seed technology, and sustainable agricultural practices. Throughout the event, there are numerous opportunities to learn about the opportunities and challenges in the industry." read more

Right on schedule, watermelons from VW Maxburg's greenhouses have hit the shelves at three supermarket chains in Belgium this week. This year, production has been scaled up to 2.2 hectares, expected to yield around 300,000 watermelons. To celebrate the first harvest, Tomeco and Coöperatie read more

Central Retail has announced a 1.38 billion USD expansion plan for Thailand and Vietnam. The largest retailer in Thailand, Central Retail Corporation (CRC), plans to invest over 45 billion THB (1.38 billion USD) by 2027 to grow its mainstream markets and drive growth in both countries. read more

CEVA successfully transported 51 tons of fresh flowers from Colombia to Brazil, in support of one of the most significant retail events in the Brazilian market - meeting the crucial deadline for Brazil's Valentine's Day on June 12. CEVA assisted three customers with the time-sensitive air shipment. read more

Products like lucuma, passion fruit, cherimoya, and organic pineapple have gained popularity, not necessarily due to their quantities, but because of their potential for differentiation in specialized market segments. Companies like Mariposa Andina, operating in the Andean and Amazon regions, are leveraging these unique products. read more

Air cargo operations continue to have a significant impact on the global transportation of perishable goods, meeting the demand for fast delivery and high-quality product preservation. Perishable items, like fruits and vegetables, rely on air freight to ensure they remain fresh as they travel across various industries such as retail, hospitality, and. read more