In the Roztocze region, the harvest of early organic strawberries is currently taking place. In farms that have recently focused on production under cover, the first larger batches of fruit are already reaching the market - both for direct sale and for distribution to retail chains. read more

The fruit and vegetable sector in Italy is worth around 20 billion in production and remains the leading category for attracting customers in retail outlets, especially when it is able to innovate by responding to emerging consumer behaviors. How? Firstly, through new. read more

Mango traders in south London are reporting a decrease in supplies and higher prices for India's Alphonso mangoes during the current import season. In Tooting, a well-established hub for South Asian food retail, sellers have noted that deliveries are lower than usual during the peak of the April to June marketing period. read more

Uzbekistan has recorded the lowest retail price for onions in the world, sharing that position with Egypt. According to the updated Numbeo database published on 8 May 2026, the average retail price for 1 kg of onions on the domestic market stood at $0.38. This placed Uzbekistan last, at 101st. read more

Canadian-based Savoura announced that it has reached a preliminary agreement to acquire the majority of the assets of Productions Horticoles Demers, following a Court-supervised investor solicitation process. The transaction is still pending customary approvals, including those of. read more

In April 2026, Aldi maintained its position as the top retailer for British apple sales sourced from BAPL growers, buying around 3,131 tons during the month. Tesco came in second with approximately 2,733 tons, closely followed by Lidl with around 2,708 tons. Sainsbury's purchased about 2,178 tons, while Asda sourced... read more

The fresh tomato market continues to reward resistant and versatile varieties, with a growing demand for uniform clusters suitable for retail and export. In Sicily, a leader in winter production, hybrids like Rivaldo F1 from Coraseeds stand out for their agronomic and commercial reliability. read more

Why does Aldi Belgium keep the prices of fresh produce in its flyers intentionally vague? Starting now, Aldi will continue to withhold the prices of its fresh food promotions for a bit longer. When the flyer for the upcoming week is released on the website, prices for dry goods and non-food items are clearly stated. read more

Aldi Süd's global sourcing director, Franka Rodriguez; marketing expert Nuria Pizan; Gianpaolo Renino, senior vice president Europe and Africa Fresh Del Monte; Andrew Dominy of Tropic Biosciences; RaboResearch's Cindy van Rijswick; Trops CEO Victor Luque; Thierry Athemon, commercial read more

Fresh coconut prices in Ho Chi Minh City and coconut-producing regions in Vietnam have surged since April due to dry weather and increased export demand, leading to a limited supply. On May 10th, vendors in Ho Chi Minh City observed a rise in customer demand and retail prices. Le Ngoc Ha, a coconut vendor in the city, noted the increasing prices. read more

On Monday, 11 May, the first German spring carrots will once again be unloaded at AGF-Online in Barendrecht. "It is wonderful to be able to start again," says Angelique van der Meij. "And the spring carrots are a familiar product. Heavy bunches of 12s for retailers, as well as heavy bunches of read more

All Greens, located on Buyers' Walk at New Covent Garden Market (NCGM), is expanding its wholesale, retail, and foodservice operations under the leadership of managing director Jason Glass. The company supplies over 1,500 varieties of fruits and vegetables sourced from both local and international growers, including exotic fruits... read more

The Sogegross group (Agorà) is transforming the Basko supermarket in Santena (To) into an Ekom discount store and aligning it with the traditional format of the brand. The store covers an area of 900 square meters and is located inside the Clessidra shopping center, as already reported. read more

The Sogegross Group (Agorà) is transforming the Basko supermarket in Santena (To) into an Ekom discount store and aligning it with the traditional format of the brand. The store covers an area of 900 square meters and is located inside the Clessidra shopping center, as already reported. read more

Laura López Salazar, CEO of Procomer, a public institution with a two-pronged mission of promoting Costa Rican exports across all sectors and attracting foreign direct investment, stated that "When it comes to goods exports, the agri-food sector accounts for a significant 28% of all Costa Rican exports." read more

India is regarded as one of the most dynamic opportunities in global commerce, according to Walmart Inc President and CEO John Furner. The US-based retail giant has sourced goods worth USD 40 billion from India thus far. read more

Producing dried figs, which used to be a popular product in the Moroccan market, has decreased in recent years due to climatic and industry-specific reasons. Local Moroccan figs have been increasingly substituted by Turkish figs, particularly in the retail industry. Mohamed Ezzaam, a grower and processor, is one of those who have been affected by this trend. read more

Every Mother's Day season, millions of flowers from Colombia are shipped to homes, supermarkets, and floral retailers worldwide. This operation is not just a key export industry for the country, but also a sector that has revolutionized international trade. read more

The data released by Istat regarding retail sales in March show a year-on-year increase of +3.7% in value and a +2.1% increase in volume. read more

Hello Flowers has been a florist in Rupert, Idaho for over 30 years. With Mother's Day approaching, spending is projected to reach a record $38 billion this year, as reported by the National Retail Federation. Flowers are usually the top gift choice, with 75 percent of shoppers planning to. read more