The UK branch of the German discount store Lidl has announced that it will eliminate any living wage discrepancies in its UK banana supply chains by introducing a new system to address pay inequalities for plantation workers. This move follows a trial in its native market that was reportedly successful. read more

The prominent Chinese fruit retailer Pagoda has awarded Premier Farms International with the title of Most Promising Supplier of the Year during its International Supplier Appreciation Conference. read more

Po przejściu tajfunu Yagi, sprzedawcy w Wietnamie zobowiązali się do stabilizacji cen i zapewnienia odpowiedniego zapasu żywności. Komitet Ludowy Hanoi wydał ostrzeżenie przed powodziami, co spowodowało chwilowy brak świeżej żywności i warzyw w supermarketach. Kim Tuoi donosił o pustych ladach z świeżą żywnością. read more

The American giant owned by Jeff Bezos has recently launched a new line of own-brand food products: Amazon Saver. As highlighted by the company itself, the brand was created with the aim of helping consumers optimize their budget. read more

The campaign for drupes under the Aop Luce brand is overall positive. With CEO Giacomo Galdiero and Commercial Manager Loredana Di Mambro, we have analyzed the production trends of peaches, nectarines, donut peaches, plums, and apricots for the season that will continue until October. read more

UK: Tesco plans to use AI to 'nudge' customers towards deals and healthier options. Tesco CEO Ken Murphy disclosed that the retail giant is exploring the use of its Clubcard data to subtly guide customers towards healthier and more affordable choices. read more

The Lidl supermarket chain has increased its investment in products from the province of Malaga, with purchases from suppliers reaching around 250 million euros. This decision by the German company represents a 40% rise in spending on the agricultural and food sector of Malaga. Lidl has positioned itself read more

The kiwifruit company Zespri's innovative pillbox retail packaging concept has won three marketing awards at the Effie Awards Singapore. read more

W ostatnim incydencie we wschodniej Francji, francuska sieć supermarketów Grand Frais odkryła dziesiątki kilogramów kokainy ukrytej pod paletami bananów w czterech swoich sklepach zlokalizowanych w regionie Burgundia-Franche-Comté. Narkotyki, ważące od 40 do 50 kg, zostały znalezione przez personel, który... read more

UK: Supermarket named cheapest after 15% price cut, surpassing Aldi and Lidl. A supermarket previously criticized for high prices has now outperformed Aldi and Lidl for the second week in a row, despite being among the most expensive retailers before. read more

With the end of the summer break, it's back to school time. It's an important transitional moment that marks a series of changes in daily habits. Retailers have also adapted by offering activities and targeted display solutions to celebrate Back to School. This is no exception. read more

Farmers in Victoria and New South Wales are experiencing rejections from supermarkets, resulting in over three thousand kilograms of asparagus being discarded. The rejections are due to slight curves in the crops caused by the weather, which is causing concerns within the agricultural community. read more

In Ried near Kerzers, a hub of Swiss vegetable cultivation, Gutknecht Gemüse cultivates over 130 hectares of land, including 7 hectares of greenhouses. For Gutknecht, the farm shop provides a valuable opportunity to maintain a level of independence from the retail industry. "It gives us more flexibility," read more

"Sprzedaż pomidorów rośnie, podczas gdy branża cateringowa odnotowała 10-procentowy spadek korzystania z owoców i warzyw. Ponadto sprzedaż owoców i warzyw w supermarketach w Holandii wzrosła o 5 procent pomimo niezmienionej ilości. Te wnioski należą do znalezisk. read more

For Berlin customers, the focus is on the organic fresh range, which includes a wide selection of quality fresh products in the areas of fruits and vegetables, bakery goods, fresh meat, and dairy products. There is also a diverse vegan range with around 1,000 individual items. read more

In 2018, Lidl Austria introduced a digital customer card with the Lidl Plus app. Today, over a million people in Austria alone are enjoying the many benefits of Lidl Plus. With Lidl Pay, the payment process is now even easier and faster. read more

The company has 8,000 own-brand references, the widest assortment in distribution. And to spread this information, this morning it held a showcooking to present a complete menu with products.

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UK: Asda faces the largest equal pay claim in the retail industry as female employees protest with GMB Scotland. Asda's female employees are preparing to protest outside the Perth superstore next Monday over a pay dispute. The union has emphasized that women working in the stores are. read more

The IDA software, an AI-based optimization tool launched in February 2023 by Mateo Beacco, Mathieu Grosso, and Alex Chataigner, continues to expand. Following the integration with several supermarket chains, Biomonde Solidarité is now also utilizing IDA. Their main goal is to "Increase sales and reduce food waste." read more

Autumn signifies the beginning of the apple harvest season in the US, providing a wide range of apple varieties for consumption throughout the period. Moreover, grapes and bell peppers are also prominently featured during this season. Grapes are a healthy snacking option often enjoyed during football games, and bell peppers are commonly showcased in various dishes. read more