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      worldunionofwholesalemarkets

      🌐World’s largest wholesale markets network
      🗺️+202 members + 52 countries
      This morning, WUWM had the pleasure of visiting th This morning, WUWM had the pleasure of visiting the Seoul Agro-Fisheries & Food Corporation (SAFFC) and Garak Market in Seoul 🇰🇷. The visit offered a fascinating look at how one of the world’s major urban wholesale market systems is adapting to the transformation of food distribution. SAFFC manages Seoul’s Garak, Gangseo and Yangjae Grain markets, while supporting market operations, logistics, food safety, distribution information and modernization. A particular highlight was discovering the ambitious Garak Market Modernization Project: a five-phase redevelopment running through 2031, designed to strengthen logistics capabilities and develop smarter market systems. The project illustrates how wholesale markets can evolve while continuing to serve producers, traders, retailers and consumers at metropolitan scale. We also learned about SAFFC’s role beyond wholesale operations, including Seoul’s School Lunch Program, which now serves more than 1,400 schools and distributes around 135 tons of agricultural, seafood and livestock products every day. As traditional wholesale channels face profound changes—from the growth of large-scale retail and e-commerce to new consumption patterns—exchanges like today’s are invaluable for understanding how markets can remain efficient, resilient and closely connected to the communities they serve. Thank you to the SAFFC team for the warm welcome and for sharing their experience and vision with WUWM! 🌱🤝🇰🇷 #WUWM #SAFFC #GarakMarket #WholesaleMarkets #Seoul
      🇨🇳 WUWM in Shenzhen | Shaping the future of wholes 🇨🇳 WUWM in Shenzhen | Shaping the future of wholesale markets WUWM was honoured to take part in the 3rd Global Partners Alliance Conference of Shenzhen Agricultural Power Group (SZAP) in Shenzhen. 🎤 Valérie Vion, Secretary General of the World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM), addressed the conference with a keynote on “Global Trends in the Wholesale Market Industry”. Her intervention highlighted the transformation underway across the wholesale market sector and the strategic role markets play in our food systems, connecting producers and cities, strengthening supply chains and integrating new technologies. From multimodal logistics and cold chains to AI and data-driven markets, food resource management and greener infrastructure, the message was clear: the next generation of wholesale markets will be connected, resilient, sustainable and strategic. 🌏 A valuable opportunity for WUWM to share the experience of its global network, strengthen international cooperation and contribute to the conversation on the future of food distribution. Thank you to Shenzhen Agricultural Power Group for the invitation and warm welcome! #WUWM #Shenzhen #China #WholesaleMarkets #FoodSystems
      🇭🇰 WUWM at ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA 2026! 🍎🌏 A great 🇭🇰 WUWM at ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA 2026! 🍎🌏 A great few days in Hong Kong at ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA, connecting with the global fresh produce community and, most importantly, catching up with many WUWM members and partners. It was a pleasure to exchange ideas, strengthen existing relationships and make new connections around the future of wholesale markets and fresh food supply chains. And our conversations continue! 🚀 📍 Next stop: Tianjin, China 🇨🇳 📅 4–6 November 2026 We look forward to bringing the WUWM community together for the WUWM 2026 Conference, under the theme “World Vision · Local Practice”, with a strong focus on innovation, AI, sustainable development and the future of agricultural wholesale markets. See you in Tianjin! 🇨🇳🌍 #WUWM #AsiaFruitLogistica #Tianjin2026 #WholesaleMarkets #FreshProduce
      🇭🇰 WUWM visits Link Asset Management in Hong Kong 🇭🇰 WUWM visits Link Asset Management in Hong Kong During our visit to Hong Kong, WUWM had the pleasure of meeting with Link Asset Management to learn more about its approach to managing and transforming Hong Kong’s fresh markets. Link is one of the city’s major fresh market operators, with 49 markets across 13 districts. Since launching its renovation programme in 2010, Link has completed 52 market renovations and more than 59 market enhancement projects. Our discussions explored how traditional wet markets can evolve into modern neighbourhood hubs while preserving their essential role in local communities. We exchanged on key challenges facing the sector, from changing consumer habits and rising operating costs to the growing demand for convenience and quality, as well as innovative responses including digitalisation, online-to-offline integration and new customer experiences. The visit concluded at Lok Fu Market, providing a concrete example of Link’s approach to modernising fresh markets while maintaining their traditional character and connection with local communities. A very interesting exchange on the future of fresh markets and the importance of adapting market infrastructure to changing urban lifestyles. Thank you to the Link Asset Management team for the warm welcome and insightful discussions! Guest in the visit : @d.sauvaitre from @fruitvegfromfr #WUWM #WholesaleMarkets #FreshMarkets #HongKong #FoodSystem
      From 19–22 August, WUWM member Geraud Markets Swed From 19–22 August, WUWM member Geraud Markets Sweden AB is bringing the International Food Festival to Kiruna for the very first time! 📍 Stadshustorget, Kiruna 🌎 20+ countries represented 🍽️ Around 35 international food stands 🤝 Four days of food, culture and encounters 🎟️ Free entry From France and Italy to Thailand, India, Lebanon, Mexico, Korea and beyond, visitors will be able to discover flavours and culinary traditions from around the world. Markets and food have an incredible power to bring people and cultures together, and we are proud to see WUWM members making this happen in cities and communities around the world. We wish Geraud Markets Sweden and all the participating traders a fantastic festival! 🙌 #WUWM #GeraudMarkets #Kiruna #InternationalFoodFestival #FoodMarkets #StreetFood #Markets #Sweden #FoodCulture #MarketCommunity #FoodBringsPeopleTogether
      🇲🇾 Seberang Perai, Malaysia | 28 June – 2 July 202 🇲🇾 Seberang Perai, Malaysia | 28 June – 2 July 2026 Dr. J.S. Yadav, Managing Director of @cosambindia and WUWM Board Director, represented the World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) as a guest speaker during the peer-to-peer learning event on "Scaling up efforts to reduce food loss and waste at city level in Asia and the Pacific." During the session, he presented the strategic role of wholesale markets as essential infrastructure within urban food systems, highlighting how modern wholesale markets contribute to reducing food loss and waste, strengthening resilient food supply chains, improving logistics, and connecting producers with consumers. WUWM is proud to contribute its global expertise and to support stronger international cooperation for more sustainable and resilient food systems. 🌍🍎 #WUWM #WholesaleMarkets #FoodSystems #FoodLoss #FoodWaste #FLW #UrbanFoodSystems #Sustainability #SouthSouthCooperation #Malaysia #AsiaPacific #FAO #MUFPP #COSAMB
      The WUWM Secretariat recently participated in a mi The WUWM Secretariat recently participated in a mission to Nairobi, Kenya, organized by ICLEI Africa and supported by the FAO, which brough together market authorities, municipalities, investors, and international organizations committed to building more resilient food systems. ✨ Highlights from the mission: 🔹 Participation in a regional workshop based on the FAO guide "How to Design Nutrition-Sensitive Investment Strategies in Wholesale Food Markets" 🔹 Exchanges with wholesale market representatives from Kenya, Uganda, Malawi, and Zambia 🔹 Discussions on innovative financing solutions for market infrastructure 🔹 Meeting with Nairobi City officials to explore future cooperation opportunities 🔹 Visit to Wakulima Market, Nairobi's largest wholesale fresh produce market 🎤 During the workshop, WUWM General Secretary Valérie Vion highlighted the essential role of wholesale markets in food security, food safety, and sustainable urban development, emphasizing the need for modern infrastructure, cold chain systems, traceability, and professional market management. As African cities continue to grow, investing in wholesale markets means investing in healthier communities, stronger local economies, and more sustainable food systems. 👏 Thank you to ICLEI Africa for the excellent organization and to the FAO for its leadership and support in advancing sustainable wholesale market development. #WUWM #WholesaleMarkets #FoodSecurity #FoodSystems #UrbanFoodSystems #Kenya #Nairobi #Africa #SustainableCities #FAO #ICLEIAfrica #MarketModernization
      📍 Save the date WUWM Tianjin Conference 🗓 November 📍 Save the date WUWM Tianjin Conference 🗓 November 4–6, 2026 Step inside HiGreen Market — the feeding platform of Tianjin 🇨🇳 Have a taste of the market that will host the next WUWM Conference. #WUWM2026 #Tianjin #HiGreen #WholesaleMarket #FoodSupply China SaveTheDate
      This year, WUWM, chaired by @stephanelayani, was p This year, WUWM, chaired by @stephanelayani, was proud to be present at #FruitLogistica in #Berlin — a key moment for dialogue, visibility, and collaboration across the fresh produce and wholesale market ecosystem. 🎤 Highlight of the week At the Fresh Produce Forum, WUWM Board Member Eliane Steinemeyer and WUWM General Secretary Valérie Vion shared insights on “Wholesale Markets as Motors of Sustainable Food Systems.” ✨ A festive conclusion The week ended with the Fructinale Dinner & Gala, partnered by WUWM and @marchederungis, bringing together members and partners to celebrate a special milestone: 🎉 25 years of the German Association of Wholesale Fresh Produce Markets, now Bundesverband der Frischemärkte (BDF) e.V. 🤝 Fruit Logistica was also a great opportunity to meet and exchange with many members and partners from across Europe and beyond — thank you all for the inspiring discussions and strong cooperation. 🙏 Special thanks to @frank_willhausen for his ongoing commitment and energy year after year. Together, we continue to strengthen wholesale markets as key infrastructures for sustainable, resilient, and inclusive food systems. #WUWM #FruitLogistica #FreshProduceForum #WholesaleMarkets #Sustainability #FoodSystems #BDF #Fructinale #Partnerships #LoveYourLocalMarket
      On India’s Republic Day, we highlight the role of On India’s Republic Day, we highlight the role of Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMCs), the Indian's wholesale markets. APMCs help ensure fair trade and structured agricultural markets, supporting millions of farmers across the country. At the World Union of Wholesale Markets, we celebrate diverse market models united by a common purpose: resilient, inclusive, and sustainable food systems. Happy Republic Day to India 🇮🇳🌾 #RepublicDayIndia #APMC #WholesaleMarkets #IndiaAgriculture #FoodSecurity #WUWM
      “𝘐𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘯𝘷𝘪𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘺, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘢 “𝘐𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘯𝘷𝘪𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘺, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘢 𝘴𝘰𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘤 𝘰𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺.” Ms. Valérie Vion, General Secretary of the World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM), was a VIP speaker at the Regional Symposium “Shaping the Future for Transforming Food Loss and Waste” in #Surat. In her opening remarks, Ms. Vion highlighted the central role of wholesale markets in tackling food loss and waste, where decisions made within hours determine whether food is #eaten, #donated, #transformed, or #wasted. Drawing on global evidence and best practices from WUWM’s network of 300+ wholesale markets across 52 countries, she reinforced a clear message: #prevention first, #reuse second, #valorisation next, and #disposal only as a last resort. From food donation systems to modern infrastructure and strong partnerships, her keynote reminded us that solutions already exist and that they can be #adapted, #replicated, and #scaled across Asia. With sincere thanks to @fao and @cosambindia for their leadership and partnership in convening this important regional dialogue and driving action on food loss and waste. #WUWM #FoodLossAndWaste #FLW #WholesaleMarkets #CircularEconomy #FoodSystems #GlobalToLocal #SustainableCities #SuratSymposium
      ✨ Happy New Year 2026 ✨ May the year ahead be driv ✨ Happy New Year 2026 ✨ May the year ahead be driven by strengthened cooperation through our network of markets. 🌍🤝 #WUWM #HappyNewYear2026 #WholesaleMarkets #FoodSystems #GlobalNetwork
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