As the British retailer Tesco reports, the fruits of the 2025 harvest have now arrived on the shelves of supermarkets across the country. This year's increase in quantity is mainly attributed to new cultivation methods as well as more productive and flavorful varieties. read more

Intensive blueberry harvests are underway - this week it is clearly visible both in stores, markets, individual sellers' offers, and in retail chains. There are indeed more fruits and unlike last week, they are already. read more

Branża śliwek w Wielkiej Brytanii odradza się z największym plonem od trzech lat, według Tesco. read more

From mangoes to melons, retail sales of fresh fruits and vegetables are flourishing, with the total sales of fresh produce reaching £14 billion for the first time in the year ending on 18th May. However, while inflation plays a significant role, it is not the only factor driving this growth. read more

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Asda celebrated Yorkshire Day by announcing a significant investment program in its home county, aimed at improving the in-store experience for customers as part of their ongoing strategy. read more

To understand the evolution of the melon sector, it is crucial to observe the points of sale of the large-scale retail trade, where the relationship between the supply chain and the consumer is concretized. A survey conducted in 13 supermarkets and discount stores in Northern Italy (all over 1,500 square meters) highlighted an... read more

In recent days, reading the statements of Angelo Mastrolia, the mastermind behind the swift transition of Carrefour Italia with its 1,027 stores to his NewPrinces (for more details click here), on the business model with which he intends to relaunch the retail group through the GS brand. read more

Biedronka has become the first retailer in Poland to sell table grapes that were grown in the country. read more

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In the Innovation Lab KIOptiPack, researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV are developing innovative AI-based optimization tools, along with a data space, in collaboration with 51 partners from industry and academia. read more

The packaging manufacturer Coveris has partnered with Metis plums to introduce a new line of branded packaging at Tesco. read more

The demand for melons remains weak, which is not surprising given the current weather conditions. The high summer temperatures needed for a strong demand for thirst-quenchers are missing. Even promotions in supermarkets and discount stores are not boosting sales. read more

Annaturasi stands out in the premium vegetable market in Italy and abroad. Sales results confirm a solid and continuous growth, a result of a strategy based on the excellent quality of products and a strong perception of naturalness. An evident example is the read more

Maria Grazia Cucinotta is the new face of Rossotono, a brand of Apulia Distribuzione, which continues its growth journey by telling – this time through a commercial – its distinctive character: the supermarket that truly exists. One that understands daily needs, listens, read more

Food tech specialist OSY Group has entered into a commercial partnership to utilize its technology in the packaging of soft fruits, which are primarily sold in UK supermarkets. read more

The latest ESG sustainability report on the retail sector could not fail to arouse interest. The data show a growing commitment, but also gaps to be filled and the need to clearly communicate the results achieved, with the aim of involving the entire supply chain. read more

Ortoverde continues its path of innovation on the shelves of Italian large-scale retail, launching several distinctive novelties with the aim of making its brand known and growing. The new product lines are characterized by originality as their guiding principle, supported by the experience gained in the Spanish market. read more

The supermarket chain Delhaize has switched the packaging for its Belgian-grown strawberries from plastic to new cardboard punnets. read more

The Hungarian native Adam Harcz, 42, had been working as the purchasing manager at Lidl Austria from 2020 until June 2023, before transitioning to the role of purchasing manager at the Hungarian branch. Prior to his time in Austria, Harcz had already spent seven years working in Hungary. read more