Analysis & Opinion
Market Trends
Seedless varieties, mixed packs and smaller formats are reshaping Germany’s table grape market, even as imports reach record levels and traditional seeded grapes continue to lose market share.
by Michael Koch
Opinion
The continent’s supermarkets are moving through 2026 with growth still possible, but harder to capture as shoppers remain cautious and price-sensitive.
by Sneha Haria
The global container network has become the backbone of perishables logistics, but conventional reefer vessels still offer an important layer of flexibility when disruption hits.
by Darron Wadey
Marketing Matters
As premium food brands gain ground in supermarkets, fresh produce companies need to look beyond price and quality, and invest more seriously in brand value.
by Nuria Pizan
Insight
A Cal Poly classroom exercise reveals why younger shoppers are underwhelmed by the produce aisle — and what could help close
by Lisa Cork
Opinion
From perishable crops to retailer price competition, the forces shaping produce prices are more complex than many assume.
