Według Stowarzyszenia Rolników z Walencji (AVA-ASAJA), ceny oferowane producentom ziemniaków spadły o połowę w ciągu ostatnich trzech tygodni, do tego stopnia, że są teraz poniżej kosztów produkcji i generują straty. Organizacja rolnicza oskarża agentów, którzy są read more

AGF Monitor compares weekly online price developments for various types of fruit and vegetables at six supermarkets: Albert Heijn, Jumbo, Plus, Dirk, Vomar, and Hoogvliet. Up to and including week 19, these included avocados, cauliflower, Galia melons, oranges, cucumbers, and vine tomatoes. read more

On May 26th, Mother's Day is celebrated in Poland. It is one of the biggest flower events of the year, with supermarkets stocking up on more flowers for the occasion. This year, the fact that it fell on a Monday posed some logistical challenges for supermarket buyers. read more

Slovenia: SPAR continues to roll out new initiatives. SPAR Slovenia, in cooperation with Resman Plus d.o.o., opened a new franchise SPAR supermarket in Naklo. The focus is on fresh produce, including a colorful array of fruits and vegetables. In partnership with the YouSea Institute, the retail... read more

The Casino Group has recently announced the signing of a partnership agreement with H&S Invest Holding to open over 210 convenience stores in Morocco over the next 10 years under the Franprix and Monoprix brands. This partnership represents a significant milestone in the Casino Group's new venture. read more

Występuje niedobór pomidorów w niektórych głównych sklepach detalicznych w Południowej Australii, ale nie wydaje się, że jest to problemem w lokalnych warzywniakach czy niezależnych sklepach. "Niedobór pomidorów w Południowej Australii w tej chwili wynika z zakończenia sezonu upraw w SA i opóźnienia w dostawie. read more

In Spalding, UK, Worldwide Fruit has transformed its avocado ripening process with the Softripe system by JD Cooling, which utilizes Grundfos pumps at its core. The company had been struggling with issues such as inconsistent ripening and short shelf life. The implementation of the new system has significantly enhanced control and efficiency. read more

METRO Italy and Multicedi, excellent operators in the Horeca world and always in support of Italian catering professionals, both leading players in the Large-Scale Retail sector in Central-Southern Italy, announce an agreement that marks a new model of collaboration in the industry. read more

Mycorrhizae, which have been around for even longer than dinosaurs, don't receive much attention. These fungi have been assisting plants in their survival since the early days of plant life on land about 450 million years ago. Despite their ancient importance, they are often overlooked in modern agriculture, particularly in the sanitized environment of... read more

At the end of 2024, the Dutch giant Ahold Delhaize - the fourth largest retailer in Europe by revenue - reportedly attempted to acquire Carrefour, with the goal of creating a European retail powerhouse. However, as reported by foodretail.es, the operation was later... read more

German bunched carrots are still a bit delicate, but beyond that they show themselves in their best form. Young, tender, crunchy, sweet, and the best part: Regional. Because bunched carrots are largely grown outside of supermarkets, for example at weekly markets or directly from the farm. read more

Farm fresh: Freshly's quick commerce bet on fruits and vegetables

Indian quick commerce platforms operate on a two-step supply chain. First, they source fresh produce from farmers directly at the market, and second, they transfer it to a large centralized warehouse for quality check, labeling, and. read more

Springfields Designer Outlet & Leisure has announced that the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has awarded Springfields Festival Gardens with the prestigious RHS Partner Garden status. This designation makes Springfields the only major outlet retail and leisure destination in the UK to be associated with this accolade. read more

With retailers in the EU and UK increasingly interested in brighter red rose varieties, Kenyan grower Shalimar Fresh has found early success with Revolution® from De Ruiter Innovations. The grower states that Revolution® stands out for its vibrant color, generous head size, and impressive vase life, making it a top contender to meet changing demands. read more

The majority of the remaining quantities, as reported by the Chamber of Agriculture of Lower Austria, are contractually reserved for domestic retail trade. The very last supplies of free goods are expected to be sold by calendar week 22. In terms of pricing, there has been another improvement. read more

On the occasion of the Organic Festival, Carrefour Italy presents the results of the new research conducted with Human Highway to photograph the level of knowledge and awareness of Italians regarding organic food products. An investigation that highlights a data. read more

Logiztik Alliance Group has successfully completed one of the most challenging seasons of the year, dealing with global obstacles and coordinating various international schedules. Every year, Mother's Day triggers one of the busiest supply chains in the floriculture sector. In 2025, Logiztik Alliance commenced read more

Swiss ecommerce grows 3.5%
Online consumer spending in Switzerland increased by 3.5% last year, while brick-and-mortar retail saw a slight decline of 0.2%. As in many other countries, the share of online sales within total retail continues to rise. According to Carpathia, an ecommerce management… read more

At the present time, the fresh potato market can rely on a sufficiently good supply. In addition to domestic stored potatoes from the 2024 harvest, early potatoes from the eastern Mediterranean region currently dominate the assortment. The retail grocery sector read more

Tesco has introduced a watermelon pizza kit to encourage children to eat more fruits and vegetables as part of their daily 5 A Day recommendation. read more