Garlic

The new garlic harvest season started in May in Jinxiang, one of China's main garlic-producing regions. Despite a higher-than-expected production, the market is facing pressure from a growing supply, increasing export volumes, and falling prices. read more

The Romanian government has approved a de minimis aid scheme for garlic production in 2026 with the aim of increasing domestic output and reducing import dependence. Under the program, growers can receive support of €3,000 (US$3,450) per hectare. The total budget allocated to the scheme is 60 million euros. read more

With the arrival of the 2026 new-season Chinese garlic in the market, the main production area in Shandong has reached its peak harvest stage. This year, the garlic growth in Shandong has been positive, with a slight increase in yield compared to last year. read more

Polfarm communicates more than 30 years of experience, farming on over 800 hectares, and a strong position in carrots, beetroot, and other root vegetables. It's one of those examples of a Polish company that, instead of going the small-scale local route, moved from the start toward scale and advanced technology — aimed at working with retail chains, not with regional wholesalers. read more

Ukraina dodała nowy odmianę czosnku zimowego "Ocheretinsky Purple" do Państwowego Rejestru Odmian Roślin. Odmiana została opracowana przez Agroinnovation do produkcji przemysłowej, przetwórstwa i zastosowań w gastronomii. Według firmy, dostępny jest już wystarczający materiał siewny. read more

The garlic harvest season in the province of Cordoba is set to begin around May 15, starting with the Spring variety and ending with purple garlic. Miguel del Pino, President of ASAJA Cordoba's garlic sector, forecasts a 40%-50% increase in the crop compared to last year, which slightly exceeded. read more

The current export campaign for Egyptian garlic is gaining momentum, despite a slow start, according to Mohamed Maatouk, CEO of R M Fresh. He explains, "The season took a turn in April, with a surge in orders from countries that rely on imported garlic or." read more

A new garlic variety, Ocheretynskyi Violet, is now being commercially produced in Ukraine after successfully completing trial plots. It is being marketed for fresh sales, processing, and long-term storage. The development of this variety began before the full-scale war, initially on small plots in Donbas, and has now progressed to broader production. read more