Sukanta Paul of Sukanta Overseas, a fresh produce exporter in Tripura, reports that the region's orange orchards are currently yielding good volumes, with the harvest expected to continue until February-March. He attributes this stable production to favorable weather conditions and improved orchard management practices by local farmers. read more

The Doñana Natural Area in south-western Spain is a crucial ecological region known for its biodiversity and as a key habitat for migratory birds, including the Dutch national bird, the Black-tailed Godwit. Doñana is also a significant center for soft fruit production, closely linked to. read more

The business community in Afghanistan has suffered significant losses as a result of prolonged closures of vital border crossings with Pakistan, which has led to the spoilage of around $50 million worth of Afghan grapes. Khan Jan Alokozay, a board member of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment, expressed concern over the situation. read more

The banana is the most widely consumed fruit in Russia, surpassing apples (9.8 kg per capita per year in 2024). However, banana prices have sharply increased since 2022 due to sanctions, reliance on imports, and logistical challenges. Bananas are primarily imported from Ecuador. read more

Uiseong County has been selected as the final recipient of the Rural Development Administration's "Open-Field Smart Technology Convergence Demonstration Model Expansion" pilot project, marking a major step toward digitalizing the apple industry. The county will invest 4 billion KRW. read more

Corné van de Klundert, Managing Director of Dutch importer and exporter Origin Fruit Group, reports that the overseas grape market is improving. Southern Europe had an exceptionally large grape harvest over the summer, leading to Spain, Italy, and Greece keeping grapes on the market until very late. read more

It has been evident for some time now that the endive sector in Belgium, as well as in the Netherlands, is facing challenges. The cost prices are continuously increasing, the crop protection options are diminishing, and there is a decline in interest from younger consumers. This season, prices have once again dropped significantly, prompting a call for change. read more

Egypt has achieved a significant milestone in the U.S. garlic market by delivering record volumes in the first nine months of 2025, as reported by EastFruit. During this period, the United States imported 2,500 tons of Egyptian garlic, valued at over $6 million. This marked a sixfold increase compared to 2024. read more

Fyffes ogłosił, że jego marka konsumencka, Trudi's®, przynosi stały wzrost kategorii i wzmacnia partnerstwa detaliczne firmy w Wielkiej Brytanii i Norwegii. Wprowadzona na rynek pod koniec 2023 roku, Trudi's odzwierciedla wizję Fyffesa kształtowania dobrostanu dla świata oraz obietnicę marki "Good". read more

In contrast to mass-produced fresh produce, specialty vegetables and greens in Egypt have a reliable growing season, as stated by Mohamed Elgazar, the CEO of Max Mark. Elgazar mentions that "many Egyptian products that are not produced on a large scale have a consistent season, unlike strawberries, for instance." read more

Pistachio demand in China has been steadily rising due to growing consumer awareness of their health benefits and the increasing popularity of nuts as a snack. This trend has made China one of the largest global importers of pistachios, with the majority of imports coming from the United States. read more

Podaż jabłek z Pensylwanii jest dość ograniczona. "Popyt był silny, zwłaszcza w listopadzie i tuż przed świętami Bożego Narodzenia" - mówi Brandon Ruppert z Cohen Produce Marketing. "Pakiernie pracują praktycznie na pełnych obrotach. Pełna para do przodu." Przemieszczanie się zbiorów jest... read more

From January to November 2025, Uzbekistan experienced a substantial increase in banana imports. According to preliminary data from the State Statistics Committee, the country imported 161,400 tons of bananas during this period, amounting to a total expenditure of $54.3 million. This represents a significant rise compared to the same period last year. read more

This week, the volume of Chilean sea-freighted cherries continued to increase, with prices generally lower than last week. For example, the mainstream price for a 2.5kg × 2 (two-in-one) 3J package of the Santina variety is ¥350–370 per box, while the 2J size is approximately ¥310 per box. read more

Pakistan's kinno exports continue to fall short of potential due to regional tensions, high freight costs, and weak government support. Despite being a leading global citrus producer, the country is expected to export only 400,000–450,000 tonnes of kinno in the 2025–26 season, far below its true capacity. read more

The French pomegranate harvest started in mid-September and concluded around the 20th of November. However, the season is not yet over. Due to good preservation and satisfactory quality this year, producers still have available volumes. This extension is welcomed as we head towards the end of the year. read more

Chile aims to expand its fruit exports to India, which it sees as a market with significant growth potential. Iván Marambio, President of Frutas de Chile, stated that the objective is to position India as the sector's third most important market, following the United States and China. Achieving this goal will depend on enhancements in trade relations. read more

The German market undoubtedly offers opportunities for Abate Fetel pears, but Dutch people also like them, according to Mark van den Oever from Abate NL. "There is also strong interest from Italy and Canada. Even before the first trees were planted, contacts were established with Italian traders and the Dutch." read more

Agrocalidad, Ecuador's Agency for Phytosanitary and Zoosanitary Regulation and Control, officially confirmed the presence of the Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense Tropical Race 4 (Foc TR4) fungus on a banana farm in El Oro province, immediately activating control measures and declaring a. read more

India and New Zealand have agreed on a free trade agreement. The agreement is meant to boost trade and investment, with New Zealand looking for increased market access for dairy and fruit products, while India is focusing on facilitating the movement of skilled professionals and IT services. read more