"Trial and error" is how Ion Ionas describes his company's exports to the EU since 2014. Founded by his father in 2001, Ionex was among the first in Moldova to ship stone fruit and grapes westward. "The first year, we shipped ten truckloads but paid dearly for that learning experience. We, read more

In Australia, bananas are a staple in over 90% of households, with Premier Fresh Australia annually supplying ALDI with 8.5 million kilograms of Cavendish bananas. Premier Fresh Australia, located in Tropical Far North Queensland, owns 517 acres of banana farming land in the Innisfail area. read more

Rynek egzotycznych owoców wciąż stanowi niszę, zwłaszcza w Europie, gdzie ich wysoka cena ogranicza konsumpcję do określonych sektorów, takich jak Horeca (hotele, restauracje i firmy cateringowe) oraz sieci supermarketów premium, głównie w Niemczech. Jednak, według Marii Pauliny Pérez, dyrektor handlowy... read more

IFA National Potato Chair Sean Ryan is urging all participants in the food industry – including consumers, packers, and retailers – to show their support for local growers on National Potato Day. The Irish potato industry is valued at more than €105 million at the farmgate, with over 8,000 hectares planted each year. read more

An overview of the notes from the largest Polish wholesale markets shows that producers are still offering fruits from varieties that bear fruit repeatedly. Prices of strawberries were found at 7 out of 9 major wholesale markets. Wholesale prices range on average from 16.75 PLN/kg (at Łódź Zjazdowa) to around. read more

BrightFresh Microgreens has announced an expansion with Walmart, doubling the availability of its products. The store count has increased from 95 to 201 locations across the United States. The majority of the new stores are located in Utah and Arizona, further expanding BrightFresh's presence. read more

Following a legal action initiated by consumer associations in Baden-Württemberg, the European Court of Justice has ruled that Aldi Süd has violated the rights of European consumers by misleadingly advertising discounts on food products, including the... read more

The modernization of two SPAR Supermarkets in Gran Canaria continues as SPAR Gran Canaria invests in upgrading its stores. The recent renovations at the SPAR Supermarkets in Carrizal and Santa Brigida have greatly enhanced infrastructure and energy efficiency. read more

Tesco was awarded the title of British Apple Supermarket 2024 by the British Apple & Pears Limited (BAPL), the association of English apple and pear growers. Between September 2023 and August 2024, the chain sold 26,705 tons of English apples, equivalent to approximately 192 million pieces of fruit. read more

Holland: Retail turnover up by almost 2% in August
Statistics Netherlands (CBS) has reported that retail turnover in August 2024 was 1.8% higher compared to August 2023. Sales volume also saw an increase of 1.5%. Turnover in supermarkets decreased by 2.6%, while turnover in specialty shops increased by 9.7%.
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More aware and demanding consumers in the fruit and vegetable departments. This is how the supply chain, from producers to retail chains, is committed to offering products that meet the needs of consumers, both in terms of taste and health, but also in terms of values. A way to provide guarantees to. read more

The National Farmers' Federation (NFF) welcomes the Government's announcement of $30 million over three years to increase funding for investigations and enforcement by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) in the supermarket and retail sector. The NFF has been advocating for this for a long time. read more

Tesco is reducing the number of goods transported by road by 31 million cases per year with the introduction of its 10th rail service this week (1 October). read more

The Dutch ripening specialist Interko reports a significant increase in global demand for its turnkey Optimo ripening room, which offers a more cost-effective option for ripeners. The company is currently working on over 30 installations, with 10 of them in the Netherlands for the French premium retailer Grand Frais. read more

According to Aldi Süd, conscious consumer behavior is reflected in the growing sales of organic and animal welfare products, which are increasing throughout the Aldi Süd sales area. The discounter also reports an increased demand for its organic own brand Nur Nur Natur and its plant-based own brand MyVay. read more

According to its own statements, Albert Heijn is the first Dutch supermarket to commit to this approach to halve its ecological footprint by 2030. read more

UK: A freight milestone for Tesco's railway as the 10th rail service launches. An additional 31 million cases of goods per year will now be transported across the country via Tesco's railway network instead of by trucks. Tesco is expanding its railway service throughout the UK with the launch of the tenth rail service. read more

The atemoya, a hybrid fruit derived from the cherimoya and the custard apple, has established itself in the fruit and vegetable retail sectors. Originating from crossbreeding efforts in the United States in the early 21st century, this fruit combines the desirable traits of its parent species, offering a unique flavor and texture. read more

According to a report recently published in the Lebensmittelzeitung magazine, the German retailer Edeka is making a significant change in the sales strategy of all fresh products due to the increasing difficulty in finding qualified personnel. read more

Currently, various classifications are being used to categorize the taste of apples, which often differ significantly from each other. This has led to confusion among both consumers and retailers. The market is demanding standardization of these classifications. read more