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.
Coles Nurture Fund application deadline nears
Fund provides grants for innovative and sustainable projects
Genetically modified purple tomatoes approved for sale in Australia
Nutritionally enhanced Purple Bliss tomatoes first GM fresh food to be grown and sold in the country
Amazon Australia partners with Harris Farm Markets on fresh produce delivery
Milestone partnership marks first time Australian shoppers have access to fresh products via Amazon
Australian government launches independent review of the Horticulture Code of Conduct
A final report is expected to be provided by April
Melbourne wholesale market opens to the public for the first time
Consumers will be able to visit the market on Saturdays with a focus on bulk buying
Costa introduces mini melons to Australian shelves
Trial with Woolworths will see Blush Mini honeydew melons stocked in Victorian stores
Funky Food seeks out fruit and vegetable growers in food waste fight
Brisbane-based business is looking to partner with fruit and vegetable growers to take unwanted produce surplus, quirky and imperfect produce
Wiggles retail activations begin healthy eating party across Australia
Wiggles-branded fresh produce will feature in Harris Farm Markets and Aldi
Woolworths partners with DoorDash to expand convenience delivery offering
Partnership adds to retailer’s On Demand service which currently offers convenience delivery through the Milkrun app
Coles announces A$1 fruit and vegetable discounts for Christmas
Retailer slashes the price of four produce items in the days before Christmas
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LeaderBrand reports strong start to sweetcorn season
Despite adverse weather in September and October, improved conditions have helped crops recover in time for summer demand
WA Farm Direct releases recyclable Baby Bravo packaging
The protective packaging is designed to reduce reliance on plastics while boosting presentation
New initiative set to boost Australian melon exports to the Gulf
Project takes practical approach to building market knowledge and connections for Australian industry
Nutritional serve pricing trial increases vegetable purchases
Initiative shows cost per serve alongside standard per-kilogram pricing for vegetables
WA Farm Direct highlights Bravo apple’s heart health benefits
New research shows the burgundy apple has one of the highest levels of flavonoids in Australia
Australian shoppers encouraged to ‘Go Local for Fruit & Veg’ in new ‘A better choice!’ campaign
National campaign champions Australia’s independent fruit and vegetable shops
Fresh Markets Australia appoints Brett Collins as CEO
Collins will be based at FMA’s office at the Melbourne Market
Perth Markets opens its doors for Back to Market Buyers’ Day
Retail and foodservice buyers from across the state get a chance to connect with wholesalers
Coles expands Halloween fresh range with Mini Wart pumpkin
Retailer provides edible and display fruit and vegetable options as Australian consumers embrace Halloween
LeaderBrand’s southern asparagus hits New Zealand shelves
New Zealanders will be able to buy South Island asparagus all the way through Christmas