Retail news from Eurofruit
Important developments in Europe’s food retail arena, with a focus on fresh produce procurement, distribution, marketing, merchandising, and new product development.
ETI report highlights impact of retail buying practices on banana workers
Research underscores the far-reaching consequences of irresponsible purchasing on the banana supply chain
SanLucar wins Supplier of the Year Award in Singapore
Cold Storage bestows honour on the Spanish company for second consecutive year
Fresh produce industry pays tribute to ‘Dr Food’ Professor David Hughes
Hughes was one of the global fresh produce industry’s most respected commentators, known for his provocative and entertaining analysis of consumer behaviour, marketing and supply chains
Delhaize targets fresh produce leadership with new strategy
As consumers in Belgium continue to fall well short of recommended intake, retailer doubles down on fresh produce promotion
Hear from the experts at Fruitnet Tomato Congress
A sterling speaker line-up has been announced for leading tomato event Fruitnet Tomato Congress, which takes place in Granada, Spain, on 5-6 November
Berry Business Week: New collaboration brings global berry industry together
In March 2027, Fruitnet Berry Congress, Planasa, and Fall Creek will align their international berry business events for first time
Sakata innovates and adapts its pepper offering
Sakata EMEA’s pepper product manager Javier Pérez discusses the latest launches, breeding priorities, and how the business is responding to challenges
France’s Jamais Trop campaign finishes strong
Throughout a summer of heatwaves, French shoppers were encouraged to enjoy the refreshment that comes from fresh fruits, vegetables and salads via a wide-ranging campaign
Fyffes launches Regenerative Agriculture Framework for tropical fruit farms
Framework covers all banana and pineapple farms by 2030 and extends regenerative practices to 40 per cent of key supplier fruit volumes by 2035
Rijk Zwaan launches mini melons for south-east Asia
New varieties for Thai, Indonesian and Singaporean markets are all small in size and sweet in taste, responding to modern consumer trends
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Rijk Zwaan takes lead to address consumption challenge
Jan Doldersum recently took charge of consumer partnerships at Rijk Zwaan. In this exclusive interview, he outlines the seed company’s consumer strategy focused on getting people to eat more fruit and vegetables in markets worldwide
Asia Fruit Logistica forum explores bright future for frozen fruit
Increased use of frozen fruit as an ingredient expected to represent next phase of sector’s growth in Asia Pacific region
Asia Fruit Logistica 2026 wraps up record show
Asia’s premier trade show registers its most international participation ever, attracting some 16,000 attendees from 95 countries and regions
Fewer than half of UK consumers trust food labels
Half of shoppers say organic label would make them trust a product more, as organic sales continue to climb
South African Cosmic Crisp apples make retail debut
Tru-Cape prepares to deliver first homegrown fruit from recently planted trees and describes variety as “exciting addition”
Asia Fruit Awards 2026 winners announced
Zespri, Freco International, Tops/Central Food Retail and Goodfarmer receive the 2026 Asia Fruit Awards
Fruit Logistica expands into India with Biofach connection
Fruit Logistica Connect India will debut at Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, located alongside Biofach India
IFPA mourns passing of team member Joe Watson
Industry body has paid tribute to Joe Watson, its vice-president of retail, foodservice and wholesale, describing him as beloved by the fresh produce community
Lidl Netherlands encourages kids to grow their own
Dutch retailer’s ‘Lidl Mini Farms’ campaign offers six collectable growing kits featuring varieties such as cress, kale, and pak choi
CNIPT asks for realism on potato sales
France’s national potato organisation calls for sales strategies to adapt to account for Europe’s declining acreage and the impact of a summer of heatwaves