Pantone has announced its Color of the Year 2026 – Cloud Dancer. A significant departure from 2025's Mocha Mousse, this light, airy white shade symbolizes clarity, calmness, and renewal. To complement Cloud Dancer, Earley Ornamentals has curated a collection of white-flowering varieties from its wide range of young plants. read more

Cambodian agricultural products are increasingly being sold in international retail channels, with products now being available in over 22,000 supermarkets and mini-marts around the world, as reported by the Ministry of Commerce. This expansion is the result of collaboration between the ministry, private sector companies, and... read more

The data is still provisional but the trend is clear: 2025 ended with an increase in domestic consumption of fruits and vegetables, both in quantity and value. For supermarkets and hypermarkets, the data is already final: +4.9% in quantity and +6.9% in value. Fruits performed even better in terms of value. read more

In the organized retail sector, the challenge of fresh produce is increasingly linked to the shopping experience and the healthiness of the product. It is in this context that the innovation presented by Oranfresh, as illustrated by the sales director Enrico Musumeci, comes into play. read more

SPAR Austria has opened a new EUROSPAR store in Schwadorf, Lower Austria, located on the B10 main road. The store is modern and sustainably designed, with a focus on offering a wide range of everyday products, delicacies, and treats while prioritizing freshness. Source:... read more

The Veganuary initiative is back again this year, as already reported on Fresh Point Magazine last year. The international campaign is also being repeated in 2026 and involves numerous brands and retailers across the country. The initiative is aimed at citizens,... read more

Dried fruit has increased its presence in retail assortments for several reasons over the years, primarily due to the desire as well as the necessity for a healthy and balanced diet. These products provide a good source of calories and well-being. read more

Tesco has credited fresh food for playing a major role in their strong Christmas performance and achieving their highest market share in over a decade. read more

Fresh produce breeder Rijk Zwaan will showcase several innovative varieties at Fruit Logistica in Berlin, highlighting its collaboration with growers, processors, and retailers to guarantee a consistent, year-round availability of fresh fruits and vegetables. read more

OrtoRomi confirms its presence at Marca 2026, the leading event in Italy for the Private Label sector. The Agricultural Cooperative will participate with a 64 sqm stand, designed as a space for networking and discussion, dedicated to meeting with national retail buyers. read more

The British market is increasing its share within the export mix for Peruvian blueberries, consolidating its role as a European destination at a time when demand in the region is increasingly organized through logistics hubs and retail programs with defined delivery windows. Recent data show read more

Zespri is reporting a successful season in the southern hemisphere, further solidifying its position in the UK kiwifruit market, especially with its SunGold™ range. Since the launch of branded SunGold packs in Tesco in 2024, distribution and visibility have increased significantly across a wider area. read more

The debate on Sunday and holiday closures in the commercial sector is reigniting with force, splitting the front among the large chains: on one side, those pushing for a reversal of the liberalization introduced in 2011 by the "Save Italy" decree, and on the other side, those defending the current system. read more

During the Christmas week, the performance of the fruit and vegetable department in hypermarkets and supermarkets is overall satisfactory: volumes increase and values also grow, despite a slight decrease in the average mix price. The calendar, under the same conditions, does not... read more

Lidl Ireland has pledged to meet a new target for fiber intake as a recent study sheds light on Ireland's fiber deficiency. The majority of Irish people obtain their fiber from breakfast cereals (51%), bread (22%), porridge or oats (19%), fruits. read more

Aldi contributed to the delivery of over 1.5 million meals to those in need during the Christmas and New Year period by donating surplus food from its stores across the UK. read more

An international B2B meeting program for the fruit and vegetable sector will be held on January 22 in Italy, under the format "International Business Meetings with Retailers." The event is organized by Fresh Food Leader and aims to facilitate structured, face-to-face discussions. read more

For U.S. retailers looking ahead to a high-demand year, Avocados From Mexico® has a straightforward message: the fruit is readily available, there is a strong size mix, and promotional programs are in place to meet demand at crucial times. Avocados From Mexico announced today that Mexican avocado imports. read more

Cora Seeds will be present at Marca, scheduled on January 14th and 15th at BolognaFiere (Hall 1G Stand E/6G). The Italian seed company will showcase several new products, including the "Malizioso" cocktail tomato, the "Corabell" midi plum tomato, as well as the range of "MaxiFresh" watermelons. "We are bringing new products to Bologna. read more

Irlandia: Musgrave mianuje Nialla Andertona, byłego dyrektora wykonawczego Circle K, na stanowisko dyrektora generalnego. Irlandzka sieć spożywcza Musgrave Group ogłosiła Nialla Andertona jako swojego nowego dyrektora generalnego, zastępującego Noela Keeleya, który przejdzie na emeryturę pod koniec 2026 roku. Źródło: esmmagazine.com

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