Magnit has acquired a blueberry farm from Kolos Kuban LLC in the Krymsky district of the Krasnodar Territory, according to a company statement. The farm includes fruit-bearing orchards covering 155 hectares, with 73 hectares dedicated to blueberries and 82 hectares to apples. read more

Lidl Italia has obtained certification for Gender Equality UNI/PdR 125:2022, following the validation of its management system by the certifying body Afnor. The recognition, valid for three years, attests the adoption of 33 indicators related to six areas. read more

Philippines: Robinsons Logistix builds big box hub in Cainta
Robinsons Logistix and Industrials Inc. (RLX), the logistics and industrial arm of Robinsons Land Corp., has partnered with Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc. (RRHI) for the development of a "big box" facility for Shopwise at the Sierra. read more

In early March 2026, the apple market in Ukraine is experiencing a significant rise in retail prices, which consumers are already noticing. In Ukrainian supermarkets, branded apple varieties like Golden Delicious and Red Chief are being sold at around UAH 70/kg (approximately €1.4/kg) — a new level. read more

In the second part of the IFN Live dedicated to the world of potatoes (to read the summary of the first part click here), the discussion delved into the dynamics that are reshaping the sector. The challenge for retailers today is to manage a clear polarization: on one hand, the demand... read more

UK supermarkets, such as Tesco, Lidl, Asda, Sainsbury's, and Morrisons, are experiencing shortages of certain fruits and vegetables due to extended periods of rain and flooding in southern Spain and northern Morocco. The impacted products include strawberries, raspberries, avocados, and peppers. read more

W pierwszych dniach marca 2026 roku na ukraińskim rynku jabłek zauważalny jest wzrost cen detalicznych, który już odczuwają konsumenci. W ukraińskich supermarketach markowe odmiany jabłek, takie jak Golden Delicious i Red Chief, sprzedawane są w cenie około 70 UAH/kg (około 1,4 euro/kg) — poziom, który. read more

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The weighted fresh produce market shows no signs of recovery in week 7 of 2026: in the large-scale retail trade, volumes are declining again after a slight increase in week 6, while the average price mix continues to rise. Among the channels, discount and hypermarkets are facing the greatest difficulties. read more

A low-carbon concept farm in Lincolnshire has successfully harvested its first commercial potato crop for the UK retail market in collaboration with Tesco and Branston. The project, launched last year, aims to trial production methods that minimize carbon emissions and contribute to achieving net-zero targets. read more

Lidl Italia, a leading retail company in the country, continues its growth path by reaching a significant milestone: the opening of its 800th store which took place this morning in Milan, at Viale Corsica 21, in the presence of the Prime Minister. read more

Growing consumption even on a mature product, return of bulk sales, increasingly segmented supply, recovery of surfaces after difficult years but with various uncertainties on the climatic and phytosanitary fronts, in addition to a European context marked by surplus and high stocks. read more

Tesco's UK chief executive was under pressure at the NFU Conference regarding farm returns, import standards, and long-term supply commitments, with a particular focus on fresh produce. Ali Capper, chair of British Apples and Pears, asked if Tesco would provide a 20-year written commitment. read more

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A pioneering low-carbon concept farm in Lincolnshire has successfully harvested its first crop of highly sustainable potatoes, which will be available in Tesco stores across the UK starting this week. read more

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The consumption of frozen foods continues to grow in Italian households. Looking only at the Retail channel (domestic consumption), the 2025 data - collected this year by NielsenIQ for IIAS - Istituto Italiano Alimenti Surgelati - show a consumption growth of +1.1%. read more

Berlin has confirmed itself as a dynamic city full of interesting insights, which have emerged not only from participating in the Fruit Logistica fair, but also from visits to some significant retail outlets, both in the discount and supermarket formats. read more

The Polish Trade and Distribution Organization (POHiD) is opposed to a government proposal that would require country-of-origin flags on fruit and vegetable displays, reports European Supermarket Magazine. POHiD argues that the measure would add costs and. read more

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rt Hon Rachel Reeves MP, ahead of the Spring Forecast, calling for urgent action to support UK environmental horticulture. The letter outlines the increasing cost pressures faced by growers and retailers. read more