Belgian organic leek market is currently facing a slowdown. Pieter Vandooren, an organic grower, mentioned that supermarkets are still buying volumes, but day trading has completely stopped in the past few weeks. However, he expects a change in the situation soon. "We are currently in discussions with an" read more

MM Investment Holdings, based in Alconbury Weald, has acquired Poplar Flower Farms, located in South Lincolnshire. Through this acquisition, MM aims to expand its inventory of locally grown flowers and bouquets, thereby streamlining supply chains and decreasing the carbon footprint of the flowers it delivers to retailers in the UK. read more

Packaging manufacturer Sharpak has partnered with UK berry grower Chambers to introduce its padless SharpTek technology to retail shelves. read more

Aldi has initiated a donation campaign for the items that are most needed by food banks this Christmas. read more

Po przeprowadzeniu testów w 15 sklepach Colruyt Prix-Qualité, lokalnej sieci supermarketów grupy Colruyt z 102 sklepami we Francji, oraz Too Good To Go, specjalisty ds. redukcji marnowania jedzenia, ogłosili rozszerzenie swojej współpracy poprzez wprowadzenie aplikacji we wszystkich 102 sklepach sieci. read more

When you step into the New Export Company's box at the Rijnsburg auction in the Netherlands, you will come across mixed trolleys that are ready to be shipped to Germany, along with the warm smile of Jimmy de Mooij. Having worked at the Rijnsburg auction for 12 years, he eventually made the decision to start his own business, which he... read more

With summers getting warmer across the United States, there is a growing demand for heat-tolerant plants. Both retailers and consumers are expanding their plant-buying seasons to find resilient varieties that can thrive in high temperatures. Portulaca has become a popular choice among these plants. read more

The retail prices of tomatoes are decreasing due to the drop in mandi prices. The all-India average retail price as of November 14, 2024, was $0.63 per kg, which is 22.4% lower than the $0.81 per kg on October 14, 2024. During the same period, the modal prices at Azadpur mandi also declined significantly. read more

India is currently facing a significant rise in onion prices, with rates reaching almost $1.21 per kilogram in some areas. This increase is being linked to the lack of government intervention in setting retail prices, but a decrease is expected as the Kharif onion harvest begins to enter the market. read more

UK: SimplyFresh & SimplyLocal Ltd. opens Amazon JWO tech powered GRIDSERVE electric forecourt Little Fresh store

SimplyFresh and SimplyLocal have opened a new LittleFresh store at GRIDSERVE's electric forecourt in Stevenage. This store is powered by Amazon's Just Walk Out technology, along with a third-party. read more

Lidl GB has announced that it has exceeded its initial commitment to support British food and farming by £6 billion over the past five years. read more

"In recent years, the retail sector has undergone significant upheavals and transformations. We have taken responsibility and faced the challenges," said von Preen. The time of crises has made the industry more resilient. In light of national and European... read more

West Pak Avocado has introduced a new line of packaged avocados that highlight three important growing regions: California, Mexico, and Colombia. This effort is a part of West Pak's AVO360 Full-Service Experience, aimed at improving the avocado shopping experience for retailers and ensuring a consistent quality. read more

Lidl Italy confirms its leadership in the retail sector, winning the prestigious title of "Retailer of the Year Italy 2024-2025". The award ceremony took place on November 13 in Milan. The "Retailer of the Year" initiative is a research project. read more

These are potatoes that are not often seen, the ones we want to talk to you about today and are in high demand in the UK, especially during the holiday season, as can be learned from a press release by Tesco. read more

SPAR Albania's initiatives are having a significant impact on the retail industry in Albania. By expanding their stores, introducing new customer offerings, and actively engaging with local communities, SPAR Albania is making a noticeable difference in the country's retail sector. read more

Aldi has announced that it will open 11 new stores across the UK before Christmas. read more

Now Organic International is the company owned by father Hans and son Lars Versteegh. Founded in 2012 by Hans Versteegh and business partner Rob van Baal, the company has quickly become a significant player in the organic ginger juice market. In the Netherlands, they are known for their fresh organic ginger products. read more

In Boone, North Carolina, Hollar & Greene Produce Co. is dealing with a crucial temperature control issue for its cabbage shipments to Walmart, requiring precise cooling at 36 degrees Fahrenheit. Any deviations beyond 1 or 2 degrees could result in the rejection of up to 1,000 boxes, as stated by Tony. read more

In partnership with Campos Borquez, Perfection Fresh is introducing the Calypso mango, locally grown in Mexico, to provide a mango experience that caters to the needs of consumers, retailers, and growers. Perfection Fresh, Australia's leading fresh produce company, is expanding its global presence by bringing this unique mango variety to the market. read more