HM.CLAUSE Italia, a global leader in vegetable seeds, is investing in fennel, the first historical species of the Italian branch, through a project dedicated to enhancing its value in the national and European markets. HM.CLAUSE's goal is to increase consumption and exports. read more

The first shipments of Verna lemons from Spain are now being seen on the shelves of European supermarkets, as the Primofiori lemon season is coming to a close. A decrease in Verna production and an increase in prices are anticipated. This is likely to result in a higher supply of Southern lemons... read more

NNZ has announced that it will launch its Q-Bic™ Club Store 6-Pack Snack Cube, a new packaging concept created for club store retail settings, at the upcoming Canadian Produce Marketing Association Convention and Trade Show. This innovative format introduces a modular, cube-based snack system for fresh products. read more

UK: Growth and profitability on the agenda at Spar retailer event

Spar independent retailers can look forward to a full day of retail analysis, growth initiatives, and an improved tradeshow at James Hall & Co's annual retailer event. Titled 'Spar Forward for 2026', the event promises to focus on driving growth and profitability for retailers. read more

Tucked away in a quiet corner of the Highbrook business zone, overlooking the upper reaches of the Tamaki River, is the sweetest smelling working environment in East Auckland. This is where approximately half of the flower produce for the retail market in the upper North Island is traded, thanks to the hard-working individuals who operate here. read more

The Dutch fresh produce market is growing in volume, but rising prices put it under pressure. According to Rob Langeveld, Sales Director at GreenS & SaladS, that is because retailers use fruits and vegetables as loss leaders. "People are eating more vegetables, but their value isn't increasing... read more

T&G Global's premium Envy apple brand has exceeded NZ$1 billion in global retail sales, making it the first apple brand from New Zealand to achieve this milestone. read more

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Marketing fruit has always presented a unique challenge: products like apples are interchangeable, their differences often require explanation, and it's difficult to evoke an emotional response to them in traditional retail settings. This is precisely where the current campaign for Altländer comes in. read more

The global fruit and vegetable industry is facing a period of rising prices due to increasing costs of production and disruptions in supply chains. Fresh produce systems work with narrow profit margins, high perishability, and rely on coordinated production, logistics, and retail distribution. read more

A.H. Worth, a producer of cavolo nero and kale in the UK, has reported a growth in sales of cavolo nero, with value up 12% and volumes rising 17% year on year, as demand for the brassica increases across UK retail. The increase reflects a shift towards scratch cooking and a growing demand for. read more

Na podstawie jednomyślnej rekomendacji Rady Dyrektorów, Asocolflores mianował Laurę Valdivieso na stanowisko nowego Prezesa po rygorystycznym procesie selekcji prowadzonym przez dedykowany komitet rady i wspierany przez specjalistyczną firmę ds. rekrutacji kierowniczej. Po raz pierwszy od ponad 30 lat, read more

Cherry seasons pass quickly. From harvesting to packaging for retail, packers work within a short time frame where line speed, product quality, and labor efficiency must all work together effectively. A single bottleneck, like a jam in the reject system, a belt malfunction, or a slowdown in sorting, can result in a loss of thousands of dollars. read more

In recent years, sustainability has transitioned from being a reputation lever to a true competitiveness factor even for the agri-food sector, including the fruit and vegetable industry. Market demands, increasing consumer awareness, environmental policies, and conditions set by large retailers are all contributing factors. read more

A garden center located in Lincolnshire has gone into administration after nearly thirty years in operation. Opperman Plants Ltd has been providing millions of ornamental and tropical plants to retailers and wholesalers across the UK annually since 1997. This family-owned business is situated in Spalding. read more

In Polish greenhouse farms, strawberry harvest has been in full swing for a few days now. Consumers, as well as retailers from selected supermarket chains, are eagerly awaiting better availability of these first, Polish red fruits. We know how they look and taste. read more

Carrefour is now launching in Guinea and Nigeria. Carrefour continues its expansion in Africa by signing franchise agreements with local partners in these two countries. The French group's goal is to become the largest food retailer in Africa. read more

All Aussie Farmers is a Victorian-based wholesaler located in the Melbourne Wholesale Market. The company was established in 2013 by Travis Murphy and Jack Wilson. Its main goal has always been to provide high-quality Australian produce to fruit shops and independent retailers in Victoria. read more

T&G Global's ENVY™ apple brand has exceeded NZD $1 billion in global retail sales, making it the first apple brand from New Zealand to achieve this milestone. This achievement is a testament to the brand's popularity worldwide and the extensive investment made by T&G in its Apples system, which encompasses genetics, cultivation techniques, post-harvest practices, and more. read more

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