France issued a national decree on 5 January 2026, following a communication from the French Ministry dated 23 December 2025, in which France requested that the European Commission lower maximum residue limits for certain substances and crops, citing potential risks to human health. As no action read more

Tegoroczny zbiór winogron w Południowej Afryce jest wysokiej jakości. Jednakże połączenie problemów logistycznych powoduje, że dostawy przychodzą w sposób chaotyczny. "Od problemów w portach po opóźnienia w transporcie, wszystkie te zakłócenia utrzymują handel w ruchu, ale również utrzymują ceny na dość stabilnym poziomie." read more

Mangoes are being increasingly imported into Europe, thanks to a year-round supply from various sources and a growing demand for fruit with consistent eating quality. European consumers have a strong preference for low-fiber varieties, especially Kent and Keitt, and the demand for such mangoes is on the rise. read more

Moldovan fruit exporters are experiencing challenges in shipping to the European Union as export quotas for 2026 have not been activated yet, even though the year has already begun. This delay is impacting the export of apples, plums, and grapes, especially to Romania and other EU markets. Victor read more

India's banana exports are experiencing steady annual growth, with a focus on the Middle East, Russia, and Eastern Europe, according to Vivek Karape from SunRaise Farmers, an Indian fruit exporter. The increase in exports is supported by enhanced post-harvest handling, expansion of pack-house facilities, and a growing customer base. read more

Plony truskawek w Maroku są negatywnie wpływane przez niekorzystne warunki pogodowe na północy kraju. Niemniej jednak, sezon rozwija się przy silnym popycie i zadowalających cenach, jak twierdzi Oussama Baioua, plantator z Larache. Plantator mówi: "Jesteśmy świadkami...". read more

"Ostatniego weekendu, 10 stycznia, wysłaliśmy pierwsze melony Galia, żółte melony miodowe i arbuzie do eksportu do Europy z Kostaryki. W tym tygodniu rozpoczynamy wysyłkę melonów kantalupa i mini-arbuzów" - mówi Rolf Weber z Global Producers z Venlo. On wyjaśnia, że read more

Egypt is venturing into commercial blueberry production with the introduction of a new cultivation project in Wadi El-Natrun. Cairo 3A for Agriculture has unveiled the first phase of this blueberry farming initiative, as a component of its overarching strategy to diversify into crops targeted for export. read more

Przesunięcia w globalnej konsumpcji napojów oraz wzrastające wykorzystanie tropikalnych składników wpływają na łańcuchy dostaw i otwierają możliwości dla krajów produkcyjnych z dostępnymi owocami przez cały rok. W tym kontekście produkty rolne tropikalnego wietnamu są coraz bardziej pozycjonowane wewnątrz. read more

The Ministry of Production of Mendoza has released the forecast for the 2025/26 plum harvest, prepared by the Directorate of Agriculture. The province is expected to produce 72,879 tons of plums. This number is based on an initial estimate of 80,956 tons and includes contingencies for any final volume adjustments. read more

The Malaysian government aims to increase the export value of pineapples to RM2 billion (approximately US$425 million) by 2027 as a part of its strategy to enhance the sector, which is positioned as a high-value agricultural commodity. Deputy Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Chan Foong Hin read more

Well-stocked warehouses: Lidl Austria is immediately reducing the prices of popular potato products. This move aims to alleviate the financial strain on local customers and also support the marketing of the abundant harvest volumes. Lidl Austria exclusively sells potatoes sourced from Austria. read more

The tropical fruit sector in the Canary Islands is concerned about the advancement of the trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur, as it may have a detrimental impact on its primary export crop, papaya. The Association of Tropical and Subtropical Fruit Producers' Organizations of the Canary Islands is closely monitoring the situation. read more

W Hiszpanii sezon na odmianę mandarynek Early Pride, znana komercyjnie jako Earlyna, właśnie dobiegł końca, i pomimo trudności spowodowanych pogodą, odniosła ona sukces w porównaniu z innymi odmianami, wypełniając strategiczną lukę na rynku, co prowadzi do wzrostu popytu na nią. read more

At this time of year, most citrus consumed in the U.S. comes from the state of California. However, the supply is supplemented with small volumes from Morocco. Currently, Morocco is exporting Nadorcott mandarins, but the harvest has started slowly due to unusual rains. "Normally, we start shipping." read more

The current Indian grape season is proving to be more challenging compared to previous ones, according to Amit Chopade, CEO of Indian fresh produce exporter Chopde Farms and Exports. "This time, the Indian grape season is much more challenging than the years we've had. Due to continuous rains..." read more

The French start-up Mycophyto, founded in 2017, specializes in biostimulants and soil regeneration using mycorrhizal fungi along with AI technology. The company has announced the completion of a €16 million [18.65 million USD] funding round aimed at expanding its production capacity through the creation of. read more

In January-October 2025, Azerbaijan imported 7,753 tonnes of peppers valued at $5.5 million, as reported by the State Statistics Committee. This shows a 3% decrease in volume and a 2% decrease in value compared to the same period in 2024. read more

Indian strawberry propagation is encountering obstacles due to patent protection issues, as breeders are concerned about the limited ability to protect their patented plant varieties in the country. This information was provided by Sankalp Bavlekar of SB Agritech, a company that imports mother strawberry plants from Italy, Spain, and Egypt to provide around 20. read more

Growers and industry representatives in Pakistan are urging the Punjab government to finalize export arrangements to manage a surplus potato crop, estimated to be at least 30 million tons higher than last year. Stakeholders warned that delays could deepen financial pressure on farmers across the… read more