When it comes to sales and shelf space, the avocado has now gained its own dignity and autonomy within the fruit and vegetable department of large-scale retail distribution, also becoming a reference point for consumers at the table and in purchasing choices. Another certainty is that from the perspective read more

The first shipments arriving on 20 March marked the official start of this year's overseas onion season. Hendrik Hachmann, an onion importer and co-managing director of Mitteldeutsches Handelskontor GmbH, anticipates that there may not be a wide availability of packaged goods for German food retailers until around... read more

Verdissimo has launched a new display that not only transforms the way its preserved roses are showcased but also enhances the shopping experience for customers and makes product presentation easier for retailers. What makes this display so special? The impact of this new display has been immediate. read more

The banana suppliers from the main Latin American producing countries have once again pointed the finger at Kaufland, one of the major supermarket chains in Germany. According to the producers, the German company has once again failed to meet its commitments on fair prices. read more

Producers of table grapes from all over the world are expected to join a new retail and consumer marketing organization called Global Grape Group, which has announced the launch of its inaugural campaign, "Have a Grape Day," in the United States. read more

Topdì, teraz znane jako Todis, z konsolidowaną obecnością w centralnej i południowej części Włoch poprzez swoje ponad 300 sklepów, to marka supermarketu z prywatną etykietą skupiona na świeżych produktach i orientacji na klienta. Todis jest własnością Iges, jednoosobowej działalności gospodarczej pod kontrolą PAC2000A Conad... read more

Intermarché has appointed a new managing director for its operations in Belgium. Arnaud Meyrant, who previously worked at Louis Delhaize Group, will now lead Interarché's activities in Belgium alongside two independent supermarket entrepreneurs. This information was sourced from retaildetail.eu. read more

Renaissance Food Group. The two East Coast apple varieties, SnapDragon and RubyFrost, are experiencing a surge in sales this season. "One of our major retailers indicated that sales of SnapDragon bags have increased by 31% compared to last year, almost three times the growth rate of bagged apple sales in general," stated Jessica Wells, Executive Director of Renaissance Food Group. read more

Particularly pleasing was the development in the retail sector, where sales increased to 475 million euros (previous year 458 million euros), representing a growth of 3.6%. All associated business units made a positive contribution. read more

The free initiative offering fun, interactive workshops on fruits and vegetables aims to reach a quarter of a million primary school students in its first year alone. The goal is to ensure that more children can gain practical experience with fresh foods. read more

The free initiative that offers entertaining, interactive workshops on fruits and vegetables aims to reach a quarter of a million elementary school students in the first year alone, ensuring that more children can gain practical experience with fresh foods. read more

The Freskon provides the ideal platform for networking, business partnerships, and international market access. Participants include cooperatives, producers, fruit and vegetable wholesalers, importers/exporters, retailers, Greek and international supermarket chains. read more

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has completed its investigation into the Australian supermarket industry and has issued 20 recommendations aimed at improving outcomes for consumers and suppliers. read more

In week 10, the pre-packaged fruit and vegetable department shows a significantly better performance compared to the LCC department, with opposite trends also in terms of average price mix. Among sales channels, supermarkets and self-service stores are the top performers, showing the best results in terms of growth. read more

Fresh-cut and value-added produce are not just a trend, they are transforming the produce aisles globally, according to Sukhdeep Sethi, Managing Director at AVI Global Plast. "Whether you are in a busy hypermarket in Mumbai, a supermarket in Madrid, or a grocery chain in New York. read more

This week, VLAM, along with several Flemish export companies in potatoes, vegetables, and fruit, visited Norway. This is the first stage of a three-year EU campaign aimed at Norway and the UK, initiated by VLAM. "On Monday, we visited various Norwegian retailers and traders, and then..." read more

As spring starts, the trade of flower bulbs thrives. The warmer temperatures and longer days spark renewed interest from florists, retailers, and consumers, driving the export market. In 2024, the EU exported €98.9 million worth of orchid, hyacinth, narcissus, and tulip bulbs, either in growth. read more

The Fresh Potato Suppliers Association (FPSA), established in 2009, was formed to represent the fresh sector of the potato industry by uniting fresh packers and suppliers to the retail market. Its goal was to identify critical issues impacting its members and offer a unified voice for the industry. read more

As spring begins, the trade of flower bulbs thrives. Warmer temperatures and longer days spark renewed interest from florists, retailers, and consumers, driving the export market. In 2024, the EU exported €98.9 million worth of orchid, hyacinth, narcissus, and tulip bulbs, either in growth. read more

Spain: DIA unveils strategic plan through 2029

The Spanish retailer DIA has introduced its strategic plan for 2025-2029, detailing its objective to become the preferred grocery and online store in every neighborhood it operates in. In its native country, the retailer's main objectives include opening more than 300 new proximity stores. read more