Intermarché and Netto stop selling Southern Hemisphere apples

Intermarché and Netto are stepping up their support for French producers and will only be selling apples of 100% French origin. The chains are thus putting an end to the sourcing of apples from southern hemisphere countries such as Chile and South Africa. By 2024, 96% of apples sold by Intermarché and Netto will be of French origin. Thanks to the work carried out with French producers and the listing of different varieties, the Group's brands will now be able to offer 100% French apples throughout the year at all sales outlets.

"Intermarché Terroir" initiative

This additional commitment is in line with the announcements made on November 4, 2024 by Groupement Mousquetaires in support of "Ferme France". The "Intermarché Terroir" label announced among the eight measures will be gradually rolled out in stores during the first half of 2025.

4,000 stores in 4 countries

Founded in 1969, Groupement Mousquetaires brings together over 3,000 independent entrepreneurs and 150,000 employees, serving the performance of more than 4,000 local sales outlets in France, Belgium, Poland and Portugal. At the head of their outlets, Mousquetaires entrepreneurs form a group of entrepreneurs involved in the socio-economic construction of their territories. To meet the needs of the Intermarché, Netto (food); Bricomarché, Brico Cash, Bricorama (household equipment); Roady and Rapid Pare-Brise (mobility) banners, the Group has its own support services (integrated logistics bases, purchasing services, real estate, etc.), as well as an agri-food division with nearly 60 plants, all located in France.

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