Pomegranates

After over twenty years in India's pomegranate industry, G.V.K. Naidu, who is the managing director of the integrated Indian fresh-cut produce supplier, processor, and exporter Sam Agritech, has observed the sector's evolution from a niche export segment to one of the most successful in the country. read more

Nowa sezon granatu w Indiach nabiera tempa w Maharashtra, a eksporterzy oczekują znacznego poprawy jakości owoców oraz ich dostępności w nadchodzących tygodniach. Jednakże słabsze zapotrzebowanie na rynkach Zatoki ogranicza możliwości eksportu pomimo wzrostu dostaw. Subhash Patil z S & YB.

India's new pomegranate season is gathering pace in Maharashtra, with exporters expecting fruit quality and availability to improve significantly over the coming weeks. However, weaker demand from Gulf markets is limiting export opportunities despite increasing supplies. Subhash Patil of S & YB. read more

India has emerged as one of the largest users of micro-irrigation technologies in the world, with drip irrigation and fertigation now being extensively utilized in various crops including grapes, pomegranates, bananas, citrus, vegetables, and protected cultivation, according to K.M. Mahamulkar of Orbia Precision Agriculture. read more

The Indian table grape season has ended, with overall exports lower than last year, according to Sumit Bhujbal, the business development manager of Indian fresh produce exporter Shubham Enterprises. Bhujbal stated, "India's table grape season concluded with decreased export volumes and higher prices, due to a reduced crop yield...". read more

Krasnoyarsk Krai imported 47,500 tons of plant products in the first four months of 2026, according to regional phytosanitary authorities. New suppliers this year included Iran and the Netherlands, which shipped watermelons and avocados to the region. Mango imports also increased. read more

India's pomegranate exports are increasing again, with Southeast Asia capturing a larger share of demand while Gulf routes slowly recover after disruptions linked to war, according to Abhijeet from Elevex Ventures, an exporter engaged in the India-Gulf-South Asia trade corridor. "In March, exports into... read more

As of April 2026, the Mediterranean agricultural basin is operating under a regime of high-cost volatility and aggressive state intervention. The region remains the linchpin of the European fresh produce supply chain, yet the strategic landscape is defined by a widening chasm between domestic price stabilization and export-driven growth. read more

India's exports of pomegranate arils are transitioning from a niche market to a strategic one. The focus is now shifting from the farm to the packhouse, as challenges like postharvest browning, moisture loss, microbial growth, and short shelf life persist during long-distance transport, according to Qadir. read more

India can now export fresh mangoes, pomegranate fruits and arils, oranges, and garlic to Canada, according to a formal notice from the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (Apeda). read more

According to a formal notice from the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (Apeda), India is now permitted to export fresh mangoes, pomegranates (including arils), oranges, and garlic to Canada. read more

When the war broke out, there were fewer than twenty containers of Sapex pomegranates in total, marking the start of the pomegranate season, scattered across three vessels en route to the Strait of Hormuz. "Most of the affected vessels were rerouted to India, where they were unloaded. read more

"La producción de granadas en Perú se espera que aumente entre un 10 y un 15% este año", dice Antonio Falcone, gerente general de Siembra Alta. A nivel de la empresa, el crecimiento ha sido aún más significativo. "Como empresa, actualmente estamos un 55% arriba. Hemos ganado participación en el mercado mientras que nuestra propia" read more

India's pomegranate exports for 2025-26 have had a strong start, with over 60,000 metric tons shipped in the first nine months, surpassing the 72,011 tonnes valued at USD 69 million for the fiscal year 2023-24, according to Aditya Ghatge of Paathway Global. "We experienced significant momentum, largely due to improved access to high-demand markets such as the U.S." read more

"Our company team will be in Tokyo until 13 March 2026, participating in Foodex Japan, the largest international food and beverage fair in Asia," says Salvatore Imbesi, the manager of the Agrumi-Gel brand from Sicily, which specializes in processing citrus fruits, pomegranates, and prickly pears. read more

Border inspections in Moldova have identified a shipment of 18,900 kg of pomegranates that did not meet food safety requirements. The fruit was prevented from entering the market and destroyed, according to the National Agency for Food Safety. Laboratory analysis detected residues of pesticides. read more

Fruits have traditionally been seen as a crucial part of a healthy diet. However, contemporary scientific research reveals that their advantages go beyond just supplying vitamins. Fruits have a blend of biologically active compounds - antioxidants, polyphenols, dietary fiber. read more

Four Seasons Fruit Supply is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. "We started as a specialist in citrus, grapes, and exotics, and we continue to focus on these products today," says Medhat Samir. "Our exotic range includes sweet potatoes, avocados, mangoes, limes, ginger, and pomegranates." read more

In recent months, there has been a high demand for pomegranate seeds, but the supply of raw materials has been quite limited. "In Turkey, in particular, raw materials are much more expensive compared to previous years. Our partners in the respective countries of origin are experiencing restricted availability this year. read more