The availability of berry fruits on the Polish market is not decreasing, but it is clear that the focus is shifting from domestic producers towards foreign imports. We have checked which fruits are currently available in wholesale and retail trade and how they are shaping up. read more

In week 42, the pre-packaged fruit and vegetable sector continues to show positive signs in terms of volumes, aided by a decrease in the average price mix. Among the various distribution channels, supermarkets and self-service stores are growing, while hypermarkets and discount stores are struggling. read more

UK: Były dyrektor generalny Asdy dołącza do zarządu M&S
Marks & Spencer ogłosił, że Roger Burnley dołączy do jego zarządu jako Dyrektor Niewykonawczy 1 grudnia, aby wesprzeć strategię wzrostu i wzmocnić swoją wiedzę ekspercką w dziedzinie żywności, po tym jak Justin King, były szef Sainsbury's, odszedł. read more

Agro Mediterranea Distribuzione, an Italian company specializing in supplying fruits and vegetables to large-scale retailers, shares its insights on the artichoke and tomato campaigns, including product quality, initial market responses, and expectations for the upcoming weeks. Filippo Frongia read more

At the end of another successful soft citrus season, ClemenGold International has reiterated its strategic focus on meeting the needs of retailers, wholesalers, and foodservice companies in South Africa and selected Northern Hemisphere and African markets. read more

"Why keep importing cauliflower from the U.S. when I can supply it here for a third of the price?" asks Surinamese grower Rakesh Jhagroe. "I can deliver it fresh from my own soil for SRD 90 (€2). That's a price at which the grower can earn a decent income, while supermarkets and consumers." read more

Frank Geurts of Geurts Champignons says, "We've noticed an increase in sales of unusual mushroom varieties such as oyster, shiitake, and portobello, while the demand for chestnut mushrooms is gradually rising. Sales of white mushrooms, however, remain stable." The Dutch company grows and sells various kinds of mushrooms. read more

The Managing Director of Capespan Namibia, Kobus Bothma, has confirmed that when the Namibian table grape harvest begins in approximately two weeks, trucks carrying refrigerated containers will be able to cross the border freely to transport the grapes to the port of Cape Town and South African retailers. Vineyards in Aussenkehr are ready for the harvest. read more

The South Mississippi Branch Experiment Station will once again welcome the public into its greenhouses for the annual Poinsettia Open House. The event invites consumers, retailers, wholesalers, and growers to view more than 50 poinsettia varieties at the height of their seasonal color. The open read more

Hungary: SPAR invests over €14 million in store modernisation

SPAR Hungary has dedicated over €14 million to modernize stores across the country. The revamped supermarket in Nyíregyháza has introduced the SPAR toGo concept, with new refrigeration units and improved fruit, vegetable, and... read more

Naśladując Monoprix, Chronodrive (spółka zależna Auchan) dołączył do platformy Amazon. Amazon i Chronodrive ogłosili partnerstwo, które umożliwi klientom Amazon.co.uk w wybranych obszarach dostęp do kilku tysięcy produktów spożywczych i artykułów codziennego użytku (produkty spożywcze, owoce i... read more

Fruitist, a company based in Los Angeles, has successfully raised $150 million in equity financing. The funding was led by a fund managed by J.P. Morgan Asset Management, with participation from both new and existing investors. The company stated that the new capital will be used to support its expansion into international retail markets and to increase production capacity in order to meet the rising demand. read more

Tesisquare, an Italian company specialized in digital solutions for supply chain management, has initiated an innovative project with Carrefour Italia to optimize and make logistics processes more sustainable, with a particular focus on asset traceability. read more

Coles has introduced a new spooky addition to its Halloween range by adding the Mini Wart pumpkin to the shelves. read more

Madama Oliva's selection of first fresh olives is back on the market, the result of the 2025-26 harvest. A seasonal delicacy, a product for the more label-conscious consumer, available at Italian supermarkets' fruit and vegetable counters from the end of October onwards. read more

Red Sun Farms showcased its fresh innovations in the tomato and cucumber categories to retail partners and new customers at the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) Global Produce & Floral Show this year. "IFPA was a tremendous success for our team," said Carlos Visconti, CEO of Red Sun. read more

SPAR's partner in China is modernizing supermarkets. One of the supermarkets undergoing renovations is the SPAR Shandong Qingdao Jimo District Baolong Plaza Supermarket, which emphasizes fresh produce such as fruits, vegetables, meat, and fish. Another renovated store is the SPAR Shandong Yantai Longkou Poly Plaza Supermarket. read more

The produciton of white mushrooms in Greece did not exist until two years ago, when, in early 2024, the company Kechagia Mushrooms took the step of opening the first unit for their production in Pedino, Kilkis. "Our production facilities are located in Pedino, Kilkis, and are fully integrated. In... read more

On November 12th and 13th, Forum Retail will return to Superstudio Più in Milan, the key event for the Italian and international retail community. Celebrating its 25th edition, the event organized by IKN Italy marks a significant milestone, reaffirming its position as the largest. read more

What are the current needs of the Italian and European distribution towards watermelon? This was discussed in depth during the "Watermelon Summit 2025 - Building the Future", organized by BASF | Nunhems and held yesterday in Rome. It was a concrete and visionary discussion that read more