How much does private label products weigh in the total production of the main Italian fruit and vegetable companies? And above all: when a company produces private label products for a retail chain, are their own branded products also present in that same chain or not? A question with a solution yet to be found. read more

Taiwan-based vertical farming operator and technology provider, YesHealth Group, in partnership with Saudi Arabian agriculture company, Mowreq Specialized Agriculture, has started supplying the retail chain Panda in Riyadh under the brand name Jana Farm, as the new facility scales up. read more

After a positive year-end closure, 2026 begins with a decrease in sales of Low Cost Carriers (Lcc), including pre-packed fruits and vegetables, despite a substantially stable average price mix. The trend is negative across all channels, although supermarkets and self-service stores show better resilience. read more

After several years of absence, Florensis is returning to IPM Essen this year. From January 27 to 30, Florensis will be exhibiting at stand 2A35 in Hall 2 with a presentation that takes a slightly different approach from past iterations. The focus is firmly on best-performing retail concepts: solutions… read more

Switzerland: Migros recorded strong sales figures in 2025 and is enjoying growth in the remaining business areas. Migros reported: "In its 100th anniversary year, the Migros Group strengthened its core business - the supermarket - by offering customers permanently lower prices, helping them to..." read more

W Belgii Lidl postanowił, że wszystkie róża sprzedawane w jego sklepach będą teraz certyfikowane przez Fairtrade. Dzięki tej decyzji, detalista w pełni przeniósł swoją ofertę róż na certyfikowane produkty, mając na celu poprawę warunków społecznych i środowiskowych w międzynarodowym łańcuchu dostaw kwiatów. read more

While on a business trip to China that began on January 12, 2026, SanLucar CEO Armin Rehberg supervised various developments related to the company's operations in the Chinese market. One significant result of the trip was the establishment of a long-term partnership between SanLucar and the Chinese... read more

Federdistribuzione welcomes without alarmism the start of the inquiry by the Antitrust on the role of Large-Scale Retail (Gdo) in the agri-food chain and on the increase in food prices (+24.9% between October 2021 and October 2025), as reported by Adnkronos. read more

Analysts from the EastFruit project have noted an upward price trend for table beets on the Ukrainian market this week. Local producers are reporting a decrease in stocks of high-quality root vegetables, while there is a strong demand from wholesale companies and retail chains for this product. read more

Across Europe, Lidl continues to promote its dedication to healthy eating by establishing strong connections with fresh produce. read more

The Australian fresh produce industry's 'Fruit and Veggies Yummy Yummy' campaign with The Wiggles has started in 2026, with retail activations scheduled throughout the country as children return to school. read more

On Thursday evening, at the Selenella Club at the Renato Dall’Ara Stadium, about 300 professionals from the food, retail, and industry sectors gathered for an informal aperitif followed by a DJ set. read more

The 2026 Spalding Flower Parade has been cancelled, announced its organizing committee. The cancellation was attributed to financial constraints and illness affecting the team responsible for planning the yearly event. The committee is now concentrating its efforts on ensuring the parade's comeback on May 8 and 9, 2027. Toni Preston, the committee's secretary, stated that... read more

In France, Intermarché, Carrefour, and U are the winners of 2025. Carrefour and Intermarché each gained 0.9 percentage points of market share in France last year, mainly thanks to acquisitions. Market leader E. Leclerc is holding its ground, while discounters appear to be stagnating, according. read more

India has successfully completed the first air shipment of Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged produce from Karnataka to the Maldives. This marks the first instance of multiple GI-recognized horticultural products from the state being exported by air to this market. The shipment included Nanjangudu Rasabale bananas and... read more

Private labels are also included in the rich portfolio of the Barbera Group, which since 2005 has been bringing the best Sicilian fruit throughout Europe. Among its clients are the major continental retailers, on whose shelves oranges, table grapes, prickly pears, and tomatoes are displayed. read more

The Authority will investigate the impact of large-scale retail chains on the distribution of value added within the agri-food supply chain and on the final pricing. Stakeholders are encouraged to provide feedback or observations by 31 January 2026. The Italian Competition Authority has initiated a market... read more

From January 27th to January 30th, 2026, IPM Essen will be providing exclusive guided tours on important horticultural topics. These tours are designed to be compact, informative, and practical, offering trade visitors a quick and well-rounded overview of the fair. The topics covered include retail inspiration, read more

In 2025, the Netherlands solidified its important position in the global fruit and vegetable industry. By leveraging a mix of locally grown produce and a significant re-export market for fruits, European consumers are able to access fresh fruits and vegetables year-round through supermarkets. read more

Lidl Italia, a retail company with over 23,000 employees, confirms its commitment to creating a positive work environment by once again being awarded the title of "Top Employer 2026". This recognition is thanks to their continuous dedication and ongoing investment in improvement. read more