CIV
CIV’s latest strawberry innovations were presented at the recent North American Strawberry Symposium (NASS) that took place from 7-10 March 2023 in San Louis Obispo, California/USA. Mauro Grossi, president of […]
Wed 19/04/2023 by CIV and Richard Wilkinson
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Once again, in the month of February, it was in food purchases that Spaniards spent the most, with year-on-year growth in sales value of 14.9%, and a decrease in sales […]
Wed 19/04/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Britishports.org.uk
From October 2024, goods imported to the UK from the EU will be subject to changes after the UK government released its 'Target Operating Model.' Phytosanitary certificates will be required for fruits and vegetables arriving from the EU.
Tue 18/04/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Mercadona
Spain’s grocery retail landscape is unlike that of other European countries, with a very regional flavour. Local chains dominate in certain provinces, such as Alimerka in Asturias, Dinosol in the […]
Tue 18/04/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
LIDL
A recent study by consulting firm Bain & Company found that Spanish consumers consider the fruit and vegetables sold by Alcampo and Lidl supermarkets is the best value for money.
Mon 17/04/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
7-Eleven
US retailer 7-Eleven is preparing to conquer Europe, with the chain seeking experienced franchisees to open new branches in Western Europe. The small convenience store formula is initially targeting Germany, […]
Mon 17/04/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Amalfi Coast
Fresh lemons are purchased by 70% of Italian families, equal to over 40 million individuals a year with an average purchase of 6 kilograms of product per family (CSO/GFK data) […]
Wed 12/04/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
World Health Organization
Freshfel Europe’s Consumption Monitor shows that there is still a long way to go to reach the minimum recommendation of 400 g/day of fresh fruit and vegetables. The latest edition […]
Tue 11/04/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
FEPEX
Data from Spain’s Department of Customs and Excise, processed by Fepex, show that the country’s exports of fruits and vegetables fell 10% year-on-year in January to just over 1.1m tones. […]
Mon 10/04/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Faitrade
Lidl has announced that it is to pay a price premium on Fairtrade bananas. The move comes at a time the discounter has been accused of undermining sustainability efforts by […]
Mon 10/04/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Sistemas alimentarios globales
Barcelona hosted the Summit “Sistemas Alimentarios Global.es” on March 22 and 23, 2023 organised by the Triptolemos Foundation, the INCYDE Foundation, of the Chambers of Commerce and the Mediterranean Diet Foundation.
Thu 06/04/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Macfrut
The Spices & Herbs Global Expo is the first exhibition in Europe entirely dedicated to the world of spices, officinal herbs and aromatic herbs. The event will be held at the Rimini Expo Centre during Macfrut from 3 to 5 of May.
Thu 06/04/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
