He includes attention-grabbing displays, couponing, creative recipes, and giveaways with exclusive prizes, he reports. The goal of this comprehensive campaign, both in-store and online, is to strengthen the market leadership of the Jingold brand in Germany. read more

Aldi is spreading holiday cheer by donating Christmas lunches to low-income communities across the UK. read more

Week 47 marked an important step forward for the presence of Jingold's red kiwi on the German market: until December 8th, Exotic Red is indeed the protagonist of an intense promotional activity in supermarkets of some of the country's main retail chains. read more

Thanksgiving is the season of comfort food, and sweet potatoes are taking center stage, thanks to Bako Sweet® and their array of holiday-inspired recipes and retail solutions. From traditional Sweet Potato Casserole to twists like Apple Pie Stuffed Sweet Potatoes and Parmesan Crusted Sweet Potatoes. read more

Retailers are warning that inflation could impact UK shoppers in the lead-up to Christmas. The ability of shoppers to afford Christmas treats is being threatened as retailers caution that November could signal a shift in inflation trends. The recent decrease in prices is slowing down due to rising costs of fresh produce and fewer... read more

OneThird, the start-up dedicated to combating fresh produce waste, will be showcasing its avocado scanner for the first time in France at the European retail show Tech for Retail, scheduled to take place on November 26th and 27th at Porte de Versailles in Paris. This marks the company's initial foray into the French market. read more

At Tolpoort Vegetables, the Dutch broccoli season ended last week, but the cooperative is still expecting to provide cauliflower for another two weeks. "However, the quantities are minimal, as most retailers have already switched to Spanish product contracts," says Danny Duijs. read more

The holiday season provides retailers with a chance to increase sales by offering in-demand products. "As consumers seek healthier and more versatile ingredients this holiday season, Medjool dates are emerging as a must-have item," stated Natalia Toccoli, digital marketing manager at Bard Valley Natural... read more

The Fairtrade Foundation has reported a significant increase in retail sales of Fairtrade products in the UK, attributed to its annual flagship campaign Fairtrade Fortnight which took place for the first time in September. read more

Asda has appointed retail veteran Allan Leighton as its executive chair, replacing Stuart Rose. read more

The "ALDIamo" apple is of German origin and impresses not only with its bright red color, but also with its crisp bite, juiciness, and a fresh, sweet taste. The new variety grows in the Altes Land region near the gates of Hamburg, the largest. read more

Morrisons is recalling Morrisons Crushed Garlic due to an omitted ingredient that prevents microbiological growth, posing a potential risk to consumers. Product details and risk statement are as follows: read more

Peter Soller, the founder and owner of ISI Ismaninger Feldgemüse GmbH, has been specializing in washing and peeling vegetables for the retail and hospitality industries since 1999. Prior to that, he utilized self-assembled washing systems. As production grew, he found a more efficient solution: Sormac's. read more

Join AmericanHort for a Women in Horticulture interview with Michelle Melton-Camp, a seasoned sales and merchandising expert in the horticulture industry, with over 20 years of experience working with major retailers like Home Depot, Lowe's, and Walmart. Currently, she oversees the live goods division. read more

UK: Asda brings back industry veteran Leighton to lead business

Struggling British supermarket Asda announced that veteran retailer Allan Leighton will return as executive chairman, over two decades after he previously served as CEO and successfully turned around the business before selling it to Walmart.

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In response to the destructive floods in eastern Spain, British retailers and wholesalers have started to import oranges from South Africa and South America earlier than usual. This change is intended to ensure a steady supply of oranges on supermarket shelves and to address concerns about quality. read more

"Aart Blom of FruitPartners Holland in Deil says, "The pear market could be a bit more active. Prices are at a decent level, but growers' expectations are sky-high, and on the marketing side, it's proving very challenging to push prices up this week. Several major retailers have canceled their orders." read more

In mid-November, sales of fruit and vegetables by imposed weight show an increase in value, while volumes remain stable. Among sales channels, supermarkets and self-service stores are performing positively, while discount stores and hypermarkets are showing a decline. read more

South Africa: From apples to Apple AirPods - the new Sixty60 begins offering even more, delivered in a flash. Checkers has introduced the new Sixty60 app to millions of shoppers nationwide after months of testing. In addition to a wide selection of groceries and essentials, the new app... read more

"Aldi is trialling 12 new loose fruit and vegetable lines in a bid to further reduce unnecessary packaging." read more