Carrefour and read more

Emilia-Romagna is a strategic area for the Large-Scale Retail Trade (Gdo), as it represents the fourth most important region in terms of sales share in the consumer goods sector at a national level, after Lombardy, Lazio, and Veneto, and the sixth in terms of population. In this region, there are 48 companies operating, belonging to 27 groups. read more

BolognaFiere's Marca is getting ready to launch its largest edition ever. In 2025, the only event in Italy dedicated to private label products and the only one in Europe that brings together the major retailers of modern distribution is celebrating its 21st anniversary with 1,300 companies (+23% compared to). read more

Nador Cott Protection (NCP) has announced that it has initiated legal proceedings against another prominent retailer in the UK for allegedly selling Tango/Tang Gold mandarins without authorization. read more

The Dutch branch of the supermarket chain Lidl has announced its intention to take an active role in assisting consumers in adopting healthier diets, after a meeting with Vincent Karremans, the Minister of Health, Welfare, and Sport in the Netherlands. read more

Previously, in January 2024, NCP had initiated legal proceedings against Sainsbury's. In October 2024, NCP and Sainsbury's finally settled the dispute based on Sainsbury's decision to change its product specification and remove Tang Gold from sale until the outcome of other proceedings. read more

Half of the adult Dutch population suffers from obesity, and this percentage is increasing, as indicated by the latest figures from the RIVM. The Council for Public Health and Society (RVS) recently sounded the alarm and called for binding measures to address this issue. read more

The price of waxy potatoes in a 2.5 kg bag drops from 1.99 euros to 1.39 euros (unit price: 0.56 euros per kilogram). This is a decrease of 30%. Similarly, the price of predominantly waxy potatoes in a 2.5 kg bag decreases from 1.99 euros to 1.39 euros (unit price: 0.56 euros per kilogram). read more

British berry growers are preparing for a tough year in 2025 due to increasing energy costs, rising wages, and inadequate returns from retailers. Despite these difficulties, the British berry market has achieved a significant milestone, reaching a total market value of £2 million. read more

Sales of Medjool dates have traditionally been influenced by the Islamic calendar, as exporters and retailers make a significant portion of their yearly sales leading up to the month of Ramadan. Recently, though, Medjool dates have gained popularity among a broader consumer base, resulting in increased sales. read more

On Thursday, January 23, 2025, the third edition of the event "International Business Meetings with Retailers" will take place. Organized by Fresh Food Leader, the event facilitates B2B interactions between production companies and fresh produce buyers from national and international supermarkets. read more

In November 2024, a negative cyclical variation is estimated for retail sales, both in value (-0.4%) and in volume (-0.6%). Sales of food products are decreasing (-0.1% in value and -0.6% in volume) as well as non-food products (-0.7% in value). read more

Asda has confirmed layoffs as part of a cost-cutting initiative following its worst Christmas season in years. Chairman Allan Leighton has initiated the first round of cost reductions at the grocery chain, with 13 regional manager positions being eliminated as part of a restructuring. read more

This event is the most important meeting point in the middle of the winter season for the fruit and vegetable companies from Murcia, who come with the goal of "speaking with supermarkets, wholesalers, importers, and food processors, listening to them, and meeting their needs. read more

Branston will host one of two low-carbon concept farms for Tesco, with the goal of testing new sustainable farming techniques. read more

Asda has announced that it will donate the equivalent of one million meals at the beginning of 2025 as part of a new initiative called the "Winter Fruit and Veg Pledge" in partnership with FareShare and the Coronation Food Project. read more

The new year for Natura Nuova starts with participation in the 21st edition of Marca by BolognaFiere, the only Italian fair dedicated to the private label, the great showcase where products of Italian excellence under retailer's brand are displayed. See you there! read more

The Netherlands: Discounters ended 2024 as the best performers in the Netherlands

Discounters emerged as the top performers in the Dutch grocery market by the end of 2024, according to a new study conducted by Hiiper. The market overall showed minimal growth year-on-year. Hiiper's Supermarket Quarterly Monitor Q4 2024 revealed this trend. read more

Now in its third year, The Bransford Webbs Plant Company, New Leaf Plants, and Frank P Matthews are once again inviting growers to their open event, aiming to "help kick-start the season and offer advice on the most important issues for us all in 2025." This year's event features some changes compared to the previous two years. read more

After several years of absence, OrtoRomi will participate in Marca 2025, the Italian trade show dedicated to Private Label products. The Agricultural Cooperative will have a 48 sqm exhibition space, designed to facilitate meetings with national retailers and to. read more