This year, Uzbekistan started its large-scale export of sweet cherries in early May. According to EastFruit, there was a high demand in international markets, largely because of lower stone fruit production in Eastern Europe and Turkey caused by frosts in April. Uzbekistan, on the other hand, had a successful winter and was able to benefit from this situation. read more

Apple growers in Kashmir are assessing the potential effects as talks are held regarding the limitation of apple imports, especially from Turkey. These discussions have arisen due to competitive challenges that have affected the local demand for apples and the incomes of growers in the region, driven by imported... read more

Odisha has sent three international mango shipments to London, Birmingham, and Dubai, showcasing the state's presence in global markets. This demonstrates the capabilities of farmer producer companies (FPCs) in Odisha. The initiative also emphasizes Palladium's role in enhancing market opportunities. read more

Eid al-Adha is one of the most important dates in the Muslim calendar, and on this occasion, Muslims observe the ritual of sheep sacrifice. This year is exceptional in Morocco as Eid al-Adha will be celebrated without sacrifice, following a call from the King of Morocco to preserve the environment. read more

Market participants in the UK potato sector are currently dealing with two main challenges: decreased demand for packing potatoes and the looming threat of a drought that could impact the crop yields for the 2025/26 Marketing Year if it occurs. The potato trade in the UK continues to be sluggish, with an abundance of supply and low demand. read more

Fujisaki is determined to make Asian vegetables such as kidney beans, water spinach, Malabar spinach, komatsuna, Japanese turnips, daikon, and pak choi more widely available in Blois, located in the Loir-et-Cher department. "I realized that it was technically possible," he said, after studying landscape design. read more

Według analityków EastFruit, większość ukraińskich producentów jabłek w nowoczesnych szklarniach zakończyła praktycznie sezon sprzedaży. Ci, którzy mają odpowiednie zapasy jabłek, szybko podnoszą ceny hurtowe. W tym tygodniu ceny hurtowe jabłek na Ukrainie gwałtownie wzrosły. read more

This week, analysts from the EastFruit project have observed a significant drop in prices for locally grown strawberries in Ukraine. This market situation is largely due to an increased supply coming from farms in the western regions of the country. At the same time, growers are reporting read more

"Plant growers are extremely worried about the climate changes and the decreasing variety of crop protection products," says Paul Huijs, Leafy Vegetables Product Manager at the Dutch breeding company Enza Zaden. "Through our significant investments in breeding, we aim to address various diseases and provide solutions. Our goal is to combat as many diseases as possible." read more

Farm fresh: Freshly's quick commerce bet on fruits and vegetables

Indian quick commerce platforms operate on a two-step supply chain. First, they source fresh produce from farmers directly at the market, and second, they transfer it to a large centralized warehouse for quality check, labeling, and. read more

Sinclair has been announced as a finalist in The Grocer Gold Awards 2025. They are nominated in the Sustainability Initiative of the Year (Products & Services) category for their T55 label, which has achieved dual certification for both home and industrial compostability. These certifications validate that T55... read more

While the watermelon season in Mauritania was successful, the situation is more precarious for Moroccan produce. "The Mauritanian season started in early April and is now ending. We had good yields and the season went smoothly. We are now transitioning to Moroccan produce. read more

Święto Smoczych Łodzi rozpoczyna się w przyszłą sobotę, a jego wpływ na rynek zaczyna być coraz bardziej widoczny, zwłaszcza w przypadku jabłek. Według handlowców, sprzedaż jabłek wzrosła od czwartku, a ceny nieznacznie poszły w górę – zwłaszcza dobrze sprzedają się pudełka prezentowe. Jabłka Gala z Nowej Zelandii read more

The mangoes from Vietnam have dominated 97% of China's mango import market share, outperforming exports from Thailand, Peru, and Australia. This strong presence in the market is supported by competitive pricing, reliable quality, and timely supply. In the first quarter of 2025, China imported mangoes worth USD 29 million, with Vietnamese mangoes leading the way. read more

The California Walnut Commission praises U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins for her leadership and support during the recent trade mission to the United Kingdom, where she highlighted substantial opportunities for American agricultural exports. This mission was Secretary Rollins' first since. read more

Turkey's 2025 fresh produce output is projected to decline due to a severe frost event in April, causing a temperature drop of up to 10 degrees Celsius nationwide. Key growing regions experienced significant crop damage. TurkStat data projects a 24.4% reduction in fruit, beverage, and spice production. read more

The onion season has unfolded in a way that was completely unexpected, as stated by Lindert Moerdijk from MSP Onions. "Everyone believed there would be sufficient onions, but it turned out that there was potential for a price hike. Demand has been steadily increasing in Q1 and Q2. Many people..." read more

This year's strawberry harvest is now in full swing in large parts of the DACH region. However, harvest prospects vary greatly in the individual growing regions. FreshPlaza.de has compiled the latest comments from the respective regions on the current harvest. German fruit dominated the market. read more

Shallots from the northern hemisphere, originating from the U.S., Canada, and France, are reaching the end of the storage crop season. Ian Zimmerman from Maurice A. Auerbach, Inc. mentions, "The supply is comparable to last year's storage levels at this time," referring to the item as a milder-tasting onion. read more

Growers and shippers are still dealing with a limited supply of sweet potatoes from North Carolina. "The crop quality remains high, and we may need to adjust specifications towards the end of the season to ensure we can manage the crop," says Josh Wright from 3 Star Produce. read more