Recent tensions in the Middle East have disrupted regional shipping, impacting Dubai's fresh produce market, which heavily relies on imports. Industry sources indicate that local businesses are exploring alternative logistics options to ensure a steady supply amidst ongoing delays. read more

Ukraine is gradually decreasing the percentage of berry product exports that are sent to Poland and is instead redirecting shipments towards final consumer markets, as reported by the Berry Growing of Ukraine association. The country's position in the European market for frozen fruits and berries continues to be diverse across different regions. read more

The harvest is still a few months away, but preparations are already underway, according to Ceren Urkmez, CEO of Turkish blueberry trader Misi Farm. "This season has been very promising for Misi Farm. We grow mid-to-high chill blueberry varieties, and our harvest season typically runs from June through..." read more

Regarding the birth of Fourth Range Union, La Linea Verde emphasizes the importance of strengthening coordination along the supply chain in a sector that in Italy is worth over one billion euros. The Association of Producer Organizations was presented in Rome by Filiera Italia. read more

The recent Berry Con conference, organized in Nałęczów by companies Szałas Agro, 4Berries, i-Grow, and Agronom Plants, also allowed for a better understanding of the Italian raspberry varieties offered by Molari and G-Berries. read more

The birth of Unione IV Gamma is seen by Unaproa as a turning point for one of the most relevant sectors of the fresh Italian market. At the presentation event of the new aggregation, Unaproa's president Antonio Salvatore entrusted IFN with a thorough evaluation. read more

Alphonso-quality mangoes grown in the regions of Dharwad, Belagavi, and parts of Haveri in India have been supplying export markets in the Middle East for over a decade. Growers have been exporting the fruit to countries such as Abu Dhabi, Iran, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Iraq. read more

Inspectors from Russia's Rosselkhoznadzor intercepted the export of approximately four tons of nuts and dried fruits from Russia to Belarus. The truck transporting the goods was halted on March 3rd in Russia's Smolensk region. The driver, a citizen of Belarus, was en route to Minsk. During the inspection, read more

11 marca senator Stanów Zjednoczonych Cory Booker (D-NJ) wysłał list do Sekretarza Departamentu Rolnictwa Stanów Zjednoczonych Brooke Rollins wzywając agencję do włączenia upraw szkółkarskich, grzybów i kwiatów do Programu Pomocy dla Rolników Upraw Specjalnych (ASCF). Departament Rolnictwa wykluczył tych producentów z read more

AgroFresh will be showcasing its citrus post-harvest portfolio at Booth 37 during the Citrus Showcase on March 11, 2026, in Visalia, California. The presentation will focus on the company's expertise in citrus post-harvest handling, which has been developed over four decades. This will be of particular interest to citrus growers, packers, and shippers looking to manage margin pressure and explore export opportunities. read more

Yields per hectare of Greek white asparagus in Kavala, one of the most important cultivation zones for the product in Greece, are now at normal levels for this period. Mr. Aris Schotman, owner of the local company Schotman S.A., states: "Producers in Kavala who covered their asparagus on time, read more

W ciągu ostatniego roku produkcja cytrusów na świecie była dość zmienna z powodu warunków pogodowych. W południowej półkuli panowały korzystne warunki w 2025 roku. Jakość eksportowa, zwłaszcza w Południowej Afryce, była bardzo dobra dla mandarynek i pomarańczy. Natomiast na półkuli północnej... read more

Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST) in the Netherlands has been designated as an approved inspection location for Products of Non-Animal Origin (PNAO) by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA). The authorization follows an audit by the NVWA and confirmation by the European… read more

"We are happy to participate in the Fourth Range Union and to contribute, along with the other actors in the supply chain, to strengthen the value and development prospects of the sector. Initiatives that promote greater coordination between agricultural production, industry, and large distribution are important." read more

In order to promote diversification in farming and encourage farmers to explore profitable alternatives, the Department of Floriculture, Parks and Gardens Jammu organized a one-day district-level event on Commercial Floriculture in Samba. The event drew an enthusiastic participation of around 250 farmers. read more

"One week into the conflict, we can say that the Italian apple sector, no stranger to dealing with crises and geopolitical instability, has essentially weathered the shock caused by the war: the difficulties arising in the Strait of Hormuz have raised concerns." read more

The Farming for the Future (FFF) sustainability initiative of Woolworths South Africa has been assessed in an independent PhD study carried out at Coventry University in the United Kingdom. The thesis, titled "Between Sustainability Crises and Market Responses: A Critical Analysis of a Retailer-Led" read more

Ethiopia earned $288.48 million from horticulture exports in the first seven months of the current Ethiopian fiscal year, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture. The ministry organized a consultative meeting with various stakeholders, including local and foreign investors involved in the horticulture sector. read more

Sourabh Jaiswal, Business Development Manager for Indian produce exporter KK Star, announced that there is a larger harvest of mangoes from India this season, coinciding with a period of high demand. He stated, "The mango season has just begun, and we expect a higher crop yield this season compared to last year." read more

The recent years have taught a clear lesson to the melon world: climatic variability is no longer an exception, but a constant. Temperature fluctuations, intense rainfall alternating with periods of drought, and the pressure from pathogens and parasites have made the management increasingly complex. read more