The analyses of the Agroter Fruit and Vegetable Monitor, conducted in collaboration with Circana, show a slowdown in fruit and vegetable sales in the large-scale retail trade in May. In hypermarkets and supermarkets, the department closed the month ending on May 24, 2026, with a volume decrease of 1.8%. read more

The German giant Schwarz Group closed the 2025 fiscal year on a growth trajectory, consolidating its leadership position in the continental distribution landscape. According to Fruittoday.com, the data from the annual report of the holding company highlight a read more

Gruppo VéGé and Red Bull are hitting the track again to provide the great thrills of MotoGP: the exclusive Red Bull Try Outs 2026 contest is launching, allowing customers of Gruppo's retail points to win a voucher for two people to experience the event. read more

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The lime market is known for its volatility within the fresh produce sector. High price peaks have traditionally been followed by sharp declines, but over the longer term there has generally been sufficient profitability for all links in the chain. "On average, growers, exporters, importers, and retailers have been able to make a profit. read more

New Zealanders are being encouraged to choose fruits from the bowl over vitamin C supplements. The 5+ A Day Charitable Trust stated that people reaching for cold remedies this winter should consider checking their fruit bowl first, as nutrition experts recommend kiwifruit, citrus fruits, and tamarillos for their vitamin C content. read more

The British retailer has announced a new and ambitious strategy aimed at introducing thousands of tons of fiber and millions of extra servings of fruits and vegetables into the diets of UK consumers by 2030. The initiative is designed to address a nutritional paradox. read more

Sustainable innovator Sundrop Farms has established a reputation for doing things differently. According to CEO Steve Marafiote, the company's long-term dedication to innovation, sustainability, and quality is the foundation of both its growth and his recognition as Grower of the Year at the 2026 awards. read more

Tesco remained the largest buyer of British apples in May 2026, procuring over 5,000 tons from BAPL growers. Lidl and Aldi followed, purchasing around 3,300 tons and 3,200 tons respectively, while Sainsbury's bought approximately 2,700 tons. Asda rounded out the top five with about 1,600 tons. read more

Vietnamese products are being promoted at AEON stores across Japan. A significant feature of this promotion is the introduction of Vietnamese dishes and beverages that are perfect for Japan's summer season. These include fresh lychees, dragon fruit, Vietnamese bananas, coconut-flavored desserts, Hoi An fried wontons, pho, braised fish, and more. read more

In a fast-paced fruit and vegetable market, the challenge is no longer just about producing well. It's about being able to read changes, adapt to new consumer trends, respond to retailers with consistency and service, without losing the connection to the territories and agricultural value. read more

The harvest of Polish summer raspberries from tunnel crops is starting to pick up. The fruit is slowly increasing in volume, but it is still not enough to meet market demand, resulting in good prices on wholesale and retail markets. We have checked how

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Following the restrictions imposed by Russia in late May and early June 2026 on the imports of specific vegetable and fruit products from Armenia, Armenian exporters were faced with an urgent need to seek alternative markets. read more

Carrefour Romania has announced that it will no longer import seasonal fruits and vegetables. Instead, it will source tomatoes (including moț, pink, and beef heart varieties), cherries, eggplants, and Bianca bell peppers exclusively from local suppliers. These products will be supplied through partnerships with 32. read more

Spreafico and Del Monte strengthen their strategic partnership with the launch of the new Club Del Monte-Spreafico, a community aimed at traditional channel operators that aims to strengthen relationships with retailers, distributors, and professionals in the fruit and vegetable industry through. read more

AP Commerciale S.r.l., a key player in the Organized Large-Scale Retail sector (GDO) with a team of over 5,100 employees and a network of nearly 100 sales points located between Campania and Lazio, proudly announces the signing of its first Company Integrated Agreement (CIA). read more

The early potato harvest has begun in three well-known production regions in the UK: Ayrshire, Pembrokeshire, and the Sandlings area of Suffolk. Farmers in these areas have started to harvest their crops, and the potatoes are being washed, packed, and delivered to retailers within 24 hours of being harvested. In Suffolk, read more

After the restrictions imposed by Russia in late May and early June 2026 on imports of certain vegetable and fruit products from Armenia, Armenian exporters found themselves in a situation where they urgently needed to seek alternative markets. read more

The 2025 financial statement of Unicoop Firenze ends with a positive result. In a complex and highly unstable scenario, the cooperative conducted its activities in 127 retail stores, generating gross retail sales revenues of 3.2 billion euros, showing an increase. read more

Shelf absences reduced by 33%, sales volumes increased by 0.7%, and promotional turnover surged by 2%. These are the results achieved by Pro7 Supermarkets, the new brand launched by Retailpro, which introduced a predictive management system for... read more