Irish retail demand and home consumption remain above average for this time of year due to the very mixed weather conditions experienced so far. New season varieties are gradually being introduced to the market, which is helping balance supply and demand. Reports on yields are mixed, with the earliest ones... read more

Lidl has reached a new milestone in Spain by closing its latest fiscal year (from March 1, 2023, to February 29, 2024) with record net sales of 6,572 million euros. This accomplishment reflects an 8% growth compared to the previous year, solidifying its position as the third largest operator in Spain. read more

UK: Amazon workers narrowly reject union in historic vote
The GMB has narrowly lost its historic attempt to gain union recognition at the Amazon warehouse in Coventry. 49.5% of the workers who participated in the vote were in favor, while 50.5% voted against. The union required a majority vote in its favor to succeed. If the GMB had succeeded, it would have gained the right to represent the workers in negotiations with the company. read more

Gilfresh Produce, based in County Armagh, is ready to supply a wide range of local vegetable products to Asda's 16 stores throughout Northern Ireland. This includes more than 1,000 tonnes of root vegetables and 500,000 units of brassica and salad varieties. As a prominent read more

The football hopes of England may have been shattered on Sunday, but there was still a reason to celebrate in the British grocery industry this week. read more

Australia: Coles and SecondBite join forces to alleviate winter hunger
Coles has initiated its yearly campaign in support of the national food rescue organization, SecondBite, to provide assistance to struggling Australians during the winter season. All donations collected by Coles, its customers, and suppliers will allow SecondBite to distribute unsold food items. read more

After the promotional campaign carried out for the United Kingdom (click here to learn more), the Amazon Fresh chain is experiencing a significant resurgence in the United States. read more

Meanwhile, according to Olivier Lefebvre, responsible for the Brands department at Star Fruits, there is no longer any need to explain the virtues of plums to retailers. And yet: "With their mix of sweetness, crunch, and juiciness, they promise a true delight," convincing with their "juicy texture." read more

In the last ten years, from 2014 to 2023, the role of discount stores in Italy has grown significantly, with a substantial doubling of total turnover (+120%), bringing their market share close to a quarter of the total Retail Distribution (23.7%), becoming, in all respects, a prevalent format. read more

Any retailer will tell you that delivery can be complicated, whether it's office paper or sandwich bread being delivered. But beyond the logistical challenges that come with delivery, imagine this: the product you are delivering is incredibly fragile and highly sensitive. read more

Very positive numbers for Giga by Marlene, the great apple of the Vog-Home of apples assortment, which is increasingly conquering consumers. Since the beginning of 2024, it has expanded its presence in Italian retail chains. And starting from April, it has seen an increase. read more

In a context of inheritance from the high inflation rates recorded in Spain in recent years, closing 2021 at 6.5%, 2022 at 5.7%, and 2023 at 3.1%, in 2023 the business strategy of... read more

A mixed picture emerges from the nearly 14,000 food products sold in Italian supermarkets and hypermarkets that highlight the presence of a beneficial ingredient on the label: the new edition of the Immagino Observatory by GS1 Italy, a semi-annual study monitoring phenomena of. read more

The localisms and micro-localisms are important assets for the Prestofresco brand (Crai client), which operates with 92 retail outlets distributed throughout the Northwest of the country, particularly in Piedmont, the region where the company, now celebrating its twentieth anniversary, is based. read more

The social impact brand Thx! has announced the appointment of Jay Guzman as its new Vice President of Growth & Gratitude. Guzman will be instrumental in developing and enhancing strategic partnerships with retailers, brands, and growers within Thx!'s worldwide network in this newly established position. read more

The 2024 melon campaign of Agricola Don Camillo, based in Brescello (Re), has been launched, bringing together over 60 agricultural companies located in various Italian regions. The focus is on the most innovative products, such as Dino and Limelone Froggy. "They have the ability to add that premiumness factor needed." read more

In June 2024, Aldi, Tesco, and Sainsbury's were once again at the forefront in terms of purchasing apples from BAPL growers. Aldi acquired 3,499 tons, Tesco received 3,482 tons, Sainsbury's took in 912 tons, Tesco bought 638 tons, and Aldi purchased 571 tons. Source: britishapplesandpears.co.uk read more

Maraldi Sementi is the organizer of a technical week dedicated to visiting experimental onion fields. The Maraldi Onion Field Days (29 July - 3 August) will take place at the Ghini company in Imola (Bologna). Italian, European, and international distributors, growers, and producers are invited to attend. read more

Durian traders in Singapore have noticed a 20% decrease in supply due to severe weather conditions in Malaysia affecting the harvest season and the import of durians into Singapore. However, retail prices for durians have remained unaffected. read more

iKN Italy, a leading company in managerial training and business event organization for over 35 years, updates the agenda for the 24th edition of the Retail Forum, the largest technological networking hub for the Retail world community, scheduled for October 30, 2024. read more