Retail news from Produce Plus

Important developments in the food retail arena in Australia and New Zealand, with a focus on fresh produce procurement, distribution, marketing, merchandising, and new product development.

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New Zealand launches sustainability report for UK food buyers

2025-07-14T08:47:00+01:00By

NZTE has launched its first cross-category sustainability report for UK food and drink buyers, highlighting how New Zealand producers can help retailers meet environmental goals while ensuring supply chain resilience.

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International Fresh Produce Safety Symposium tickets selling fast

2025-07-14T05:04:00+01:00By

Final chance to attend fresh produce safety event with special discount for Produce Plus subscribers  

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Australian avocados look to increase international market share

2025-07-11T02:26:00+01:00By

Ongoing B2B and B2C campaigns highlight region’s year-round supply, high-quality fruit and varied use cases 

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Australian Bravo growers increase crop by 25 per cent

2025-07-09T07:00:00+01:00By

Increased volumes meet growing demand across Australia’s eastern states 

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Food Taipei Mega Shows brings global food industry together

2025-07-03T03:34:00+01:00By

Five concurrent exhibitions showcase global trends across entire supply chain  

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Fresh initiatives fuel global growth at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025

2025-06-19T11:19:00+01:00By

Asia Fruit Logistica boosts global trade with new features and stronger international participation  

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Zespri signs strategic MOUs to double fruit sales in China over ten years

2025-06-19T01:25:00+01:00By

Distribution and retail partners Joy Wing Mau, Goodfarmer Pagoda and Xianfeng Fruit collectively represent around 80 per cent of Zespri’s business in China 

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Rockit attends New Zealand Prime Minister’s mission to China

2025-06-17T00:03:00+01:00By

Apple company to sign strategic partnership agreement with Xian Feng during the delegation 

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Woolworths and NFF launch AgriEmpower Scholarship

2025-06-13T06:59:00+01:00By

Organisations invest A$400,000 over the next four years to empower individuals aged 25-40 who will drive innovation and sustainability in the sector

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Perfection Fresh launches recyclable premium strawberry punnet

2025-06-13T02:32:00+01:00By

New Detpak design reduces plastic by 87 per cent 

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IFPA ANZ announce partnership with The Wiggles

2025-06-06T07:27:00+01:00By

 The children’s entertainers join national push to get children eating more fruit and veg

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Australian avocado industry comes together for annual forum

2025-05-28T03:37:00+01:00By

Sold-out programme features speakers from Guzman Y Gomez, Thinkerbell and the Shanghai Markets among others  

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Trade mission puts Australian horticulture on show

2025-05-28T01:32:00+01:00By

Around 40 fresh produce buyers from key export markets in Asia-Pacific and Middle East will tour growers, processors and retailers in southern Queensland

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IGD report forecasts discounter success

2025-05-21T15:50:00+01:00By

The analyst’s latest five-year forecast to 2029 shows that discount will be the fastest growing physical grocery channel globally, with a sales CAGR of 5.2 per cent

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Hort Connections brings industry to Brisbane

2025-05-21T05:28:00+01:00By

Australia and New Zealand’s largest horticulture conference and trade show prepares for another bumper edition with over 4,000 delegates expected