Fresh produce
Riad Beladi in Conversation with Tesco and Sainsbury’s Fresh Produce Buyers
An exclusive interview published in International Supermarket News brings forward key insights from senior buying figures at Tesco and Sainsbury’s, highlighting the evolving dynamics of fresh produce sourcing in Europe. The discussion, led by...
VOG’S ORGANIC APPLES IN THE SPOTLIGHT AT BIOFACH 2026EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY, YEAR-ROUND AVAILABILITY AND INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS
The South Tyrolean Consortium confirms the positive trend of the organic season: with its broad and diverse product range, new varieties and guaranteed availability 12 months a year, VOG underlines its credentials as a...
Interpoma 2026: The World’s Only Apple Trade Fair Confirms Strong Momentum for Europe’s Fresh Produce Industry
Interpoma 2026 is set to reinforce its position as the world’s only international trade fair dedicated exclusively to apples, bringing together the global apple supply chain at a time when apple consumption and sales...
Fresh Produce Under Pressure: Why Higher Prices May Still Drive Growth in 2026
Fresh produce has long occupied a paradoxical position in supermarket retail. It is both a traffic driver and a margin challenge, essential to store image yet highly vulnerable to inflation, waste and supply disruption....
Apple Sales in Europe: Market Structure, Consumption Trends, and Future Forecast
Apple Sales in Europe: Market Structure, Consumption Trends, and Future Forecast Europe’s Most Strategic Fruit Category Apples remain one of Europe’s most culturally rooted and commercially important fruit categories. From school lunchboxes to premium...
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...