Turkey's catastrophic spring frost in April 2025 wiped out nearly 98% of its apricot crop, especially in Malatya, the key producing region. This sudden shortage has caused global prices for dried apricots to skyrocket and left buyers urgently seeking new sources. For Georgia, this has opened a
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In marketing year (MY) 2024/25, avocado production in Chile increased to 240,000 metric tons (MT), up 60 per cent from MY 2023/24, supported by favorable climatic conditions and higher rainfall. Production is forecasted to remain unchanged at 240,000 MT in MY 2025/26, assuming stable yields and no changes. read more

The endive supply from California is currently in peak season and abundant. Mara Tiznado from California Endive mentioned, "We have plenty of roots. Right now we are selling around 80,000 lbs per week and we could sell 90,000 lbs per week. We really do have stronger and bigger roots this year, so production looks good." read more

"Sprout production is a year-round focus for ESG Drysdale. We provide Brussels sprouts grown in the UK from August to April and collaborate with international growers during the summer to maintain a consistent supply of high-quality produce throughout the year," said Nat Cox from the company ESG Drysdale. read more

Rosja znacząco zwiększyła import gruzińskich jabłek w 2025 roku, kupując prawie cały krajowy zbiór i osiągając najwyższy poziom od 17 lat. Według danych celników gruzińskich, Rosja importowała 13 700 ton jabłek o wartości 8,7 miliona dolarów w okresie styczeń–październik 2025 roku, więcej niż read more

W Brazylii, Sebrae koordynuje dwa projekty mające na celu przygotowanie producentów owoców i zakładów pakujących do zdobycia dostępu do rynków międzynarodowych. Inicjatywy skupiają się na dostosowaniu gospodarstw rolnych i operacji pozbiorczych do spełnienia wymagań certyfikacyjnych i technicznych stawianych przez zagranicznych nabywców. read more

The Supreme People's Court of China has upheld an administrative penalty for the unauthorized production, propagation, and sale of the protected IFG Six grape variety in Yunnan province, as stated in a ruling issued in early December. The decision validates a previous determination by the Binchuan authorities. read more

Cameroon's banana exports decreased in November 2025, with shipments down by 45.5 percent compared to the same month in 2024. Data from the Banana Association of Cameroon shows that volumes dropped from 27,007 tons to 18,562 tons year-on-year. The decline is attributed to reduced shipments from the country's banana industry. read more

In Dharwad district, India, an increasing number of mango producers have transitioned to organic farming and are attracting attention from international markets. Some export shipments were previously turned down due to technical issues, prompting growers to reassess their packing, storage, and handling procedures. read more

South African litchis have experienced a remarkable recovery since last year. In late 2024, the Laughing Waters brand faced one of the worst crops in 25 years, due to various climatic changes that heavily impacted Bekfontein Farm in the Onderberg region of Mpumalanga Province. read more

The collapse of Ecuadorian papaya exports was not caused by a market adjustment, but rather by a sanitary crisis. Álex Bustos Guerra, the general manager of GreenControl-LA, explains that the country's exports dropped from 9,285 tons in 2011 to just 200 kilos in 2024. This drastic decline is directly related to the sanitary issues. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in Malaysia has implemented emergency measures to deal with the increasing prices of vegetables caused by supply disruptions in various states. Reports by the New Straits Times indicate that prices of certain vegetables have surged, with some even tripling in price. read more

The papaya season in Panama for 2025 has begun, with some subtle differences. Maryan Safi de Aguilar, the manager of Panafruit S.A.'s packing plant, mentioned that the company had a transitional year as it adjusted to a new farm and dealt with unpredictable weather conditions. These factors have hindered the anticipated growth in. read more

Uzbek agricultural producers are increasing their presence in Middle Eastern and European markets by sending new shipments of fresh, dried, and freeze-dried fruit. According to the Dunyo news agency, 23 tons of kishmish raisins were recently delivered to Kuwait as part of an export contract with Nassar. read more

Iranian apple imports to India are stable, with quantities similar to last year, according to Aliyar Sehal from Fruco EXIM. "Iranian exporters started shipping Red apples in October, and the first shipments arrived at Mumbai's Nhava Sheva port within 8 to 10 days, providing them with an early market opportunity before." read more

This year, Luis Miguel Vegas has been appointed as the General Manager of Provid, the association that unites Peruvian table grape producers and exporters. In addition to this role, he has also taken on the responsibility for Proarándanos, the counterpart association for blueberry producers and exporters. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries (MAGP) announced that banana producers and exporters in Ecuador agreed to set the minimum support price (MSP) for a 50-pound box at $7.75 for 2026. This amount represents a $0.25 increase from the 2025 MSP, which will stay in effect until. read more

Eurofruits Levante S.L. has become a new member of Anecoop to enhance its competitive position in an increasingly tough market. Located in Rojales, Alicante, the company specializes in the production of peppers, broccoli, zucchini, and artichokes, providing a range of local, fresh, and high-quality products that complement the market. read more

The global papaya market is facing fluctuating supply and changing demand trends as it enters December. This is largely due to weather conditions in Brazil, increasing logistics expenses, and evolving retail approaches. In Italy, Formosa papaya arrivals are experiencing quality problems related to the weather and elevated air freight charges. read more

"W tym roku również mamy niedobór złotej papai w grudniu. Niedobór ten potrwa do końca miesiąca. Brazylia ma silny rynek wewnętrzny, a popyt tam także jest dobry, co utrzymuje ceny na zdrowym poziomie" - mówi Fabrico Torres z Torres Fresh z Barendrecht. " read more