Fresh produce
New AI-Driven Models Offer Breakthroughs in Fresh-Food Pricing and Waste Reduction
A new generation of AI models is transforming how retailers manage perishable goods. By combining neural networks with optimisation techniques, these systems can forecast demand more accurately and adjust prices dynamically to reduce waste...
Washington Apples: A Taste of Excellence Reaching European Tables
Crisp. Juicy. Perfectly balanced between sweet and tart. Washington apples are not just fruit—they’re a symbol of care, craftsmanship, and world-class quality. And more than ever, European consumers are discovering why apples from Washington...
Europe’s Fruit and Vegetable Sector: Insights from Industry Leaders
The European fruit and vegetable market is undergoing a dynamic transformation, shaped by innovation, sustainability, and evolving consumer demands. International Supermarket News spoke with key figures across the supply chain, from supermarket giants to...
Fruit Attraction: Interview with María José Sánchez, Director – by Riad Beladi, Fresh Produce Editor, ISN Magazine
• Fruit Attraction has become a must-attend event for international buyers and suppliers. What key factors have contributed to the event’s incredible growth and reputation in recent years? Since its creation, Fruit Attraction has...
Riad Beladi Talks to Tesco and Sainsbury’s Ex-Buyers of Fresh Produce
Andrew Grant, former Buying Director at Tesco, and Darren A. Smith, former Trading Manager at Sainsbury’s, are two of the UK grocery sector’s most experienced voices in supermarket procurement. With over 35 years of...
The Unsung Hero of the Aisles: Inside the Role of a Fresh Produce Buyer
When shoppers walk through the vibrant produce aisles of a supermarket—admiring gleaming apples, sun-ripened tomatoes, and crisp lettuce—they rarely consider the person behind the scenes making it all happen: the Fresh Produce Buyer. In...
“We Can’t Trade on Promises”: FPC Slams Government Over Border Chaos
In a blistering statement that lays bare the frustrations of an industry in turmoil, the Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) has launched a fierce critique of the UK Government’s handling of post-Brexit border policy. The...
Interview: Riad Beladi, Analyst & Editor at International Supermarket News, in Conversation with Alexander Stein, Director of FRUIT LOGISTICA
FRUIT LOGISTICA has become the world’s leading trade fair dedicated to the fruit and vegetable industry. What began as a modest gathering of professionals has evolved into a global meeting point for fresh produce...
GIGA® JOINS FORCES WITH WARNER BROS. DISCOVERY GLOBAL CONSUMER PRODUCTS FOR NEW SUPERMAN PROMOTIONAL PARTNERSHIP
An extraordinary apple for an extraordinary summer – celebrating flavour, strength and the joy of sharing, Giga® apples join announces a new campaign in celebration of the iconic Super Heroe, Superman ahead of the...
AFTER YEARS OF LOBBYING, FPC SECURES LIFELINE FOR UK FOOD SUPPLY
By Riad Beladi The UK Government has confirmed that planned post-Brexit border checks on medium-risk fruit and vegetables imported from the EU will now be delayed until 31 January 2027 – a major victory...