Apple

Custard apple growers in India are increasing production through hybrid varieties, closer planting systems, and pulp processing aimed at export markets. In Karnataka's Kolar district, grower Ashoka Shivareddy shifted from traditional farming to custard apple production in 2018, selecting read more

South Africa recorded agricultural exports valued at US$3.7 billion in the first quarter of 2026, an increase of 11 per cent year-on-year, supported by higher export volumes and improved commodity prices. Leading export categories included fresh produce products such as grapes, apples, and. read more

Taiwan's mango pineapple, also known as Tainung No. 23, has entered the New Zealand market, according to CNA. The pineapple variety is known for its mango-like aroma and was introduced during a promotional event held in Auckland. Taiwanese representatives in Auckland organized a banquet to. read more

Argentina recorded a trade surplus of US$2.711 billion in April, according to the Argentine Trade Exchange report from Indec. It was the country's 29th consecutive monthly trade surplus. Exports reached a record US$8.914 billion during the month, up 33.6 per cent year-on-year. read more

More than a century after the Apted family first started cultivating fruit in the north of Melbourne, their family-owned orchard still produces a variety of apples and pears. Packhams, Beurre Bosc, and Winter Nelis are all key components of the orchard's pear selection. However, as expenses increase and seasonal conditions fluctuate,... read more

One of the most anticipated events in the international apple industry is coming back. On the occasion of the 14th edition of Interpoma, the only international trade show dedicated to apples, scheduled from November 25th to 27th, 2026 at Fiera Bolzano, the nominations for the Interpoma Award are officially open. read more

"All season, everyone has been expecting a major increase in pear prices, but so far it has not materialised. In fact, prices have been hovering around €0.75 for quite a long time," observes Jeroen op 't Hof, who, through Hof Fruit, focuses on mediating between supply and sales within the pome. read more

A fruit company based in Qionghai city in China's southernmost Hainan province has obtained GLOBALG.A.P. certification for its wax apples. The certification was granted to Yirenyi (Hainan) Agriculture Co Ltd following an audit by the international certification body Ecocert. It is also the first… read more

Pineapple growers in Costa Rica have officially asked for clarification from the country's central bank regarding the ongoing appreciation of the colón against the U.S. dollar, as exporters are experiencing growing challenges in profitability and employment. The National Chamber of Pineapple Producers and read more

Italian fruit and vegetable exports strengthen their trade balance even in February 2026, confirming a more favorable situation compared to the same month of the previous year. The dynamics do not stem from a generalized growth in export volumes, which overall are slightly decreasing. read more

The apple sector in Himachal Pradesh, the Indian region historically most dedicated to this crop, is in serious trouble due to a dramatic production season. In areas with higher agricultural density, in fact, there are production collapses reaching nearly 70%. As reported read more

Władze Ekwadoru skonfiskowały przesyłkę narkotyków ukrytą w materiałach opakowaniowych przeznaczonych do eksportu ananasów do Europy. Operacja miała miejsce w porcie Posorja w Zatoce Guayaquil, gdzie policja zidentyfikowała skażony kontener zmierzający do Rotterdamu, w Holandii. John Reimberg. read more

The Eastern Cape has been declared a disaster area, and in the Langkloof, the harvest is resuming: blocks of Pink Lady need to be finished before the last apple variety of the season, Cripps Red (Joya®), can be attended to. The runoff from huge amounts of rain, as much as 1,000 mm over two days, is causing concerns. read more

Chile's apple export sector is expected to grow by 2 percent in the 2026 season, reaching 580,867 tons, as reported by El Maipo, a partner of TV BRICS. Gala apples are projected to account for 246,510 tons, reflecting a 5 percent increase, while Fuji apple exports are forecasted to reach 123,324 tons. read more