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.
French heatwaves exacerbate drought conditions
Farmers are in survival mode across much of France, as heatwaves and drought continue to hamper production, with low harvests anticipated as a result
Staay offers alternative to traditional iceberg lettuce
Extreme summer conditions across Europe are putting pressure on iceberg lettuce supplies, but Staay Food Group believes it has the perfect substitute
Premiumisation ‘key’ to Moroccan tomato sector’s future
Speakers ranging from trade experts to plant breeders explored the main challenges, opportunities and lessons for Morocco’s tomato industry as it targets export growth
Water For All mangoes target values-driven shoppers
Continental Fresh hopes its Water For All initiative will help to sell more mangoes in the US, while providing clean water to greater numbers
Wonderful Halos partners with children’s entertainer Blippi
Collaboration brings together the two playful and colourful brands for new national ad campaign, family meet-and-greet events and a nationwide contest
AMFresh South Africa launches exclusive Alizza fruit at Checkers
The seedless, easy-to-peel Alizza variety is now available exclusively at Checkers stores across the country
Rijk Zwaan strives for further impact in Asia
The Dutch group will showcase consumer-driven concepts such as Sweet Palermo, Tatayoyo and MyCubies at Asia Fruit Logistica
Veg prices hit the roof in Russia
Staple vegetables have become more costly for Russian consumers this year, with Ukrainian intelligence estimating an increase of 56 per cent on an average basket
FPC urges government to rethink UK-EU reset
Consortium backs closer UK-EU trade but warns that planned border changes could add £300mn to annual import costs
Florette jumps on social media salad trend with pop-up event
Florette to bring salad bowls inspired by #SaladTok trend to Londoners as social media continues to shape consumer choice
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Driscoll’s China clarifies overseas lawsuit reports
Berry marketer reassures Chinese consumers after US lawsuit sparks food safety concerns and has ripple effects on local retail market
Regina di Puglia grape meeting targets international audience
Organisers of showcase event in Puglia report record international demand ahead of three-day programme of visits and networking
Costa Rica brings its fresh produce to European consumers though Amazon
Amazon stream and in-store tasting events showcase Costa Rican bananas, pineapples, and cassava to millions of consumers across Europe
Augusto Renella departs Naturitalia after more than two decades
Italian fresh produce cooperative confirms it has parted ways with long-serving commercial leader
Tesco to sell Cotton Candy-branded grapes year round
Retailer secures world first as it partners exclusively with Bloom Fresh to launch grape brand in UK
South African citrus industry prepares for less flexibility in UK exports
The citrus industry in South Africa is preparing for reduced market access and more checks on exports to the UK under planned realigment with EU and new SPS agreement
California avocado harvest on track at 330mn pounds
The California Avocado Commission says strong retail partnerships, marketing programmes and a new grower-led campaign are driving demand
Morrisons expands Myton Food Group overseas with new division
New international sourcing arm Myton International will connect manufacturers with the UK retail and foodservice markets across fresh produce, frozen and ambient
Comment: Banana industry should not restrict itself to conventional breeding
Agricultural scientist Professor James Dale considers why gene editing may be the only sensible option to develop a new banana variety with effective disease resistance
Change at the top in FPJ Big 50 Products 2026
For the first time since the publication’s inception, the UK’s best-selling fruit or vegetable has changed