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.
Tierra Suelta enters peak dragon fruit season
Miami-based tropical fruit grower and importer Tierra Suelta has reported that plentiful volumes of premium dragon fruit are now available
Lidl becomes one of the top exporters of Spanish agri-food products
The German discounter’s exports of Spanish fruit and vegetable have risen by 85 per cent since 2017
FDP Group acquires UNFI Produce
Move will see the Canadian fresh produce distributor provide a broader selection of fruits and vegetables while strengthening its position within the organic market
Jingold expands beyond kiwifruit with Italian-grown avocados
Italian company to launch L’Avocado Italiano by Jingold, backed by ambitious production plans through new joint venture AgroAvo
Fyffes survey highlights pineapple preferences
Nielsen consumer research commissioned by Fyffes reveals pineapples now rank alongside traditional big-selling varieties
Dole France works with Intermarché to raise its brand awareness
In-store activation in more than 800 stores across France helps to boost company’s market penetration in Europe, Middle East and Africa
Sunkist evokes California Navel holiday nostalgia
Sunkist Growers is reintroducing its limited-edition holiday-themed Navel orange carton and quarter bin, capitalising on seasonal demand
New initiative set to boost Australian melon exports to the Gulf
Project takes practical approach to building market knowledge and connections for Australian industry
Aldi UK cuts vegetable prices to 8p for Christmas
Discount retailer returns with Christmas Super Six promotion, but insists it retains full support from growers with whom it has fixed-cost agreements
First seafreight cherries of the Chilean season arrive in Shanghai
Arriving vessel carried only a single container of Chilean cherries, all from grower-exporter Garces Fruit
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Aldi toasts Goatham partnership as it marks 30k tonnes of British apple sales
Discounter has a 20-year contract in place with Kent-based topfruit grower
TikTok trend convinces retailer to source more premium grapes
Demand for South Korean Shine Muscat expected to be high in coming weeks, says Swedish retailer
El Corte Inglés showcases Valencian Citrus PGI in new campaign
Valencia stores feature live cooking demonstration of paella made with PGI orange juice by local chef Raúl Magraner
Avocados take centre stage during US holiday season
Strong demand and value pricing see avocado sales rise
Future of tomatoes in the spotlight in Malaga
Tomato experts gathered in the Spanish city of Malaga this week for Fruitnet Tomato Congress, a two-day event highlighting the big future challenges facing the category, as well as the opportunities and solutions for businesses
South African stonefruit sector optimistic for strong season
South African producers are optimistic for a strong stonefruit season on the back of increased production, favourable weather and improvements to address long-running logistical issues
Spanish fresh produce consumption stable in first seven months
Spanish household consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables remained largely stable during January-July, with fruit consumption rising 2 per cent while vegetable demand fell slightly, according to new data from the Ministry of Agriculture
Zespri sees UK sales boost from retail sampling campaign
Kiwifruit marketer reports notable increase in UK sales following in-store sampling campaigns with major retailers and big awareness drive in train stations
Fruitnet Tomato Congress looks to the future of tomatoes
On 11-12 November in Malaga, Spain, essential event focuses on how the fresh tomato business can cope with future challenges like climate change, labour challenges, and evolving consumer demand
Dole importer builds new ripening centre near Warsaw
Polish company Nature’s Produce begins construction of new distribution facility for ready-to-eat avocados, mangoes, and other exotic fruits