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Truck drivers' unions in Brazil are considering a strike as early as this week following an increase in diesel prices linked to the conflict in the Middle East, according to union representatives. Brazil relies on road transport to move goods across the country and to ports. A widespread strike is looming. read more

India's pomegranate exports for 2025-26 have had a strong start, with over 60,000 metric tons shipped in the first nine months, surpassing the 72,011 tonnes valued at USD 69 million for the fiscal year 2023-24, according to Aditya Ghatge of Paathway Global. "We experienced significant momentum, largely due to improved access to high-demand markets such as the U.S." read more

This week, Ukraine is experiencing another decrease in carrot prices, as reported by analysts from the EastFruit project. The market has seen a significant rise in the supply of locally grown carrots, leading to a decrease in consumer demand and affecting prices negatively. read more

The Kiku family is opening a new chapter in Croatia. The commercial license for Kiku apple varieties has officially been transferred from Fragaria to the Croatian producer organization Domaće Voće, marking a strategic shift in production and management. read more

Africa exported around 430,000 tons of avocados in 2025, with total volumes increasing by 16.7 percent, as reported by the FAO Tropical Fruits Market Review. The growth was fueled by demand in Europe, the Middle East, and parts of Asia, as well as changes in logistics and market access. Morocco read more

Salix Fruits is closely monitoring the potential impacts of evolving geopolitical tensions in the Middle East on global fresh produce trade. Despite stable demand for fresh fruit, the company has identified logistics disruptions and increasing transportation costs as the primary risks. read more

Francisco Clouthier from Maui Fresh International LLC reported that a combination of extreme weather events in Mexico and Florida has led to a scarcity of bell peppers, cucumbers, and tomatoes. He mentioned, "It's especially severe for peppers and cucumbers." Around 80 percent of Roma tomato production is also affected by the situation. read more

The online ticket shop for Asia Fruit Logistica 2026 is now open, with a buyer registration system and an integrated matchmaking platform set to go live in June. This new feature will revolutionize how buyers and exhibitors connect at the trade show. The 19th edition of the event is scheduled to take place on 2–4. read more

February is typically a quiet month in the wholesale/food service industry in Ireland, but then business starts to pick up in the lead-up to St. Patrick's Day on March 17th. "Things really picked up in March as usual, with orders increasing in anticipation of St. Patrick's Day. We don't typically see a lot of orders in…" read more

"Propagation is where plant health, uniformity, and yield potential are established," says Mathieu van de Sande, President and CEO of Ontario Plants Propagation. "As greenhouse scale increases, it becomes the primary control point in the production system." Ontario Plants is expanding its operations. read more

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Salix Fruits, an import-export company, is closely monitoring the potential impacts of evolving geopolitical tensions in the Middle East on the global fresh produce trade. Despite stable demand for fresh fruit, the company is noting logistics disruptions and increasing transportation costs. read more

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The Apple marketing club Kiku has welcomed the Croatian producer organization Domaće Voće as its newest member. read more

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The conflict in the Middle East is anticipated to further increase costs for British apple and pear farmers, adding to the already substantial financial pressures from certification and labor expenses. read more

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Po słabym występie Portu w Kapsztadzie podczas tegorocznych sezonów eksportu owoców pestkowych, winogron oraz jabłek i gruszek, eksporterzy zastanawiają się, czy najnowsze oświadczenia rządu dotyczące reformy kolejnictwa i logistyki zmienią cokolwiek.

After the poor performance of the Port of Cape Town during this year's stonefruit, table grape, and apple and pear export seasons, exporters are wondering if the latest statements from the government regarding its plans for rail and logistics reform will change anything. read more

Thailand's Central Investigation Bureau and the Department of Business Development have conducted coordinated raids at eight coconut purchasing centers and processing facilities in Ratchaburi province, targeting suspected foreign-nominee businesses. read more

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