Yuksel Seeds is expanding its presence in the Chinese market with new projects developed in cooperation with distributors and retailers. As a significant step in its downstream strategy, Yuksel Seeds is excited to introduce its innovative cucumber variety, "Creamy Cucumber," which is now available for retail purchase. read more

Last month, a group of trade enthusiasts visited Germany's prettiest supermarket in Nauen, a suburb of Berlin. This must-see location offers an entirely new supermarket experience, covering 2,500 m2 of sustainability and innovation. The concept is centered around the Sustainable Supermarket of the Future. read more

The Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has approved a new measure to temporarily exempt imported potatoes into Kazakhstan from customs duties. The decision, adopted by the EEC Council on May 23, 2025, was officially announced in Moscow and aims to stabilize the domestic retail market amid. read more

World Avocado Organisation (WAO) has partnered with Indian quick-service restaurant (QSR) chain and snack retailer Haldiram Products to create an avocado-inspired menu. read more

Daimler Truck Italia, LC3 Trasporti, and Lidl Italia proudly announce the launch of an extraordinary joint initiative, marking a fundamental step towards sustainable mobility. With the delivery of the first eActros 600 in Italy, the fully electric tractor for long-haul transportation. read more

SPAR stores in Northern Ireland celebrate significant milestones
Two SPAR stores in Northern Ireland recently reached notable milestones. The SPAR Ulster University store in Coleraine commemorated 50 years of service, while the SPAR Monaghan Road store in Armagh celebrated 20 years of operation. read more

Tesco has reduced the price of a 400g pack of UK strawberries in order to sell excess fruit caused by the warm weather. read more

Key supermarket buyers, importers, wholesalers, and suppliers are expected to participate in Festival of Fresh 2025 as FPJ’s summer event takes place in Lincolnshire on Thursday, June 5th. read more

Peru's water management policy has allowed its fruit export industry to become successful on the global market. In the last twenty years, large irrigation projects in the eastern part of the country have linked the arid but fertile plains along the Pacific coast to highland rivers and the tropical Amazon region. read more

At the headquarters of OGS Südbaden, tons of asparagus and strawberries are delivered, picked, and dispatched to regional food retailers. In calendar week 16, the first tunnel-grown strawberries were offered to retailers, followed by outdoor-grown produce in calendar weeks 18-19. From now on, the... read more

In the center of Lille, Monoprix, the French supermarket concept targeted at urban, quality-conscious consumers, provides an interesting example of how fresh fruits and vegetables are displayed. Monoprix is recognized for blending a diverse, sometimes international product selection with a lifestyle-oriented approach. read more

The Discount channel is expected to experience a strong phase of expansion in the coming years, according to a new forecast published by IGD in its Global Discount Trends Report. Between 2024 and 2029, it is projected to grow globally by a significant $217 billion. This makes it one of the leading channels in the retail sector. read more

"In honor of our 40th anniversary, we are hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony to symbolize our dedication to renewal and our vision for the future. The event will highlight the new graphic design of our company's brands: Così Com'è, tailored for major retailers and end..." read more

Lidl Romania experienced significant growth in 2024, with a reported consolidated net turnover of over RON 24.6 billion (€4.8 billion), marking a 9% increase from 2023. The company invested over RON 800 million (€158 million) and contributed more than RON 2.8 billion (€553 million) to the state. read more

A new banana brand, Trudi's™, has been launched with a focus on supporting rural communities in Costa Rica. The initiative, created by Fyffes in partnership with CARE International UK and participating retailers, aims to benefit 200 rural families in the initial phase. Trudi's bananas are. read more

Suppliers are being encouraged to give anonymous feedback on the performance of the Groceries Code Adjudicator in monitoring retailer behavior and to report any unfair practices in the supply chain. read more

M&S claims to be the first retailer to offer early season British Tenderstem three weeks ahead of the usual harvest, following an increase in homegrown crop production due to investment in polytunnels. read more

More than 500 individual items are set to have their prices permanently reduced at Lidl, with some items seeing reductions of up to 35% - without compromising on product quality, according to Lidl. This includes both nationwide and regional price adjustments, in line with the motto: "Lidl is worth it". read more

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The Riza Growers collective is going to host its inaugural Riza Expo at their inspiration center in Wateringen from June 4 to 6 and June 10 to 11. This event is targeted towards exporters, retailers, trade professionals, and garden centers. Henk said, "This is our chance to demonstrate the reasons behind the creation of Riza." read more