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Rupesh Sawant of Navsanjivan Organic FPO states that India's watermelon industry is witnessing significant export potential due to the expansion of acreage and improvement in quality. "States such as Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh are increasing their production of export-ready watermelons by implementing better farming techniques and cultivating hybrid varieties." read more

The war in Iran has effectively stopped all trade between the country and its trading partners. Iran is not a significant partner for the EU in terms of fruit, vegetables, and nuts. Imports from Iran make up only 0.6% of the total European imports from third countries. Nonetheless, the 27 EU members are impacted by the disruption in trade. read more

Hungary is calling on the European Union to suspend tariffs and additional duties on fertilizer imports from Russia and Belarus. The Hungarian government cites increasing price pressure due to the conflict in Iran. In a letter to European commissioners, Agriculture Minister István Nagy highlighted the impact of higher fertilizer prices and potential supply shortages. read more

The KIKU family in Croatia is embarking on a new chapter as the commercial club license for KIKU-branded apple varieties has officially been transferred from Fragaria d.o.o. to the Croatian producer organization Domaće Voće d.o.o. KIKU apples have already been produced and marketed in Croatia for. read more

In a greenhouse on the outskirts of the Netherlands' flower-growing regions, rows of tulips bloom in a climate controlled not only by traditional horticultural equipment but also by humming cryptocurrency computers. Instead of allowing heat generated by Bitcoin mining machines to dissipate into read more

Popyt konsumentów na lawendę nadal rośnie, a Monrovia oferuje sposób na maksymalizację popularności tego byliny poprzez obchody Tygodnia Lawendy od 11 do 17 maja. "Stworzyliśmy Tydzień Lawendy jako sposób na pomoc naszym klientom w kontynuowaniu dynamiki ogrodniczej po Dniu Matki" - mówi Katie Tamony, CMO. read more

Egypt has firmly established itself as the dominant player in Germany’s sweet potato market, surpassing traditional suppliers including the United States, China, Spain, and the Netherlands, according to EastFruit. Germany imported 16,100 tons of Egyptian sweet potatoes in 2025, valued at more. read more

Poczucie ostrożnego optymizmu towarzyszy kanadyjskim producentom ziemniaków po wiadomości z zeszłego tygodnia, że Kanadyjska Agencja Inspekcji Żywności (CFIA) osiągnęła porozumienie z meksykańską instytucją Servicio Nacional de Sanidad, Inocuidad y Calidad Agroalimentaria (SENASICA) w sprawie zezwolenia na wysyłkę kanadyjskich ziemniaków... read more

The date operations in Israel are continuing strongly, according to Izak Levi from the Israeli exporter Mial Impex. Levi mentions, "We have our own date fields and our farmers, with whom we have established long-term relationships, are growing for us. Essentially, that's the update for the day. We are currently harvesting all the crops." read more

In 2025, Azerbaijan imported 536 tonnes of avocados worth $2.7 million, as reported by the State Statistics Committee. This marked a 10% increase in import volumes compared to 2024, while the total value decreased by 25%, suggesting a drop in average prices. Peru maintained its position as the top supplier, providing 315 tonnes. read more

Flowers Canada Growers (FCG) has announced that the fungicide Kenja (isofetamid) was recently approved for use on greenhouse ornamental crops to control botrytis. "Many thanks to ISK Biosciences Corporation for supporting this use," said FCG in a statement. "Many thanks to Agriculture and[...]" read more

A pilot shipment of avocados from Zambia is being exported through Walvis Bay in Namibia to Europe, as part of efforts to develop alternative logistics routes. The shipment, handled by Transworld Cargo, includes 24 tons of avocados transported in a controlled atmosphere container. read more

Global air cargo started 2026 with increased volumes, although developments in the Middle East are affecting operations and pricing. According to the International Air Transport Association, cargo volumes rose by 5.6 per cent year-on-year in January, with international routes up 7.2 per cent. read more

Each year from April 2 to 7, the Oranje Nassau Pavilion at Keukenhof, in the Netherlands, hosts the annual Rose Show — one of the largest dedicated rose exhibitions in the world. Growers, traders, and breeders from the international rose industry are invited to present their roses. read more

Brazil is preparing for a ginger campaign with increased supply, despite facing competition from China, logistical uncertainties, and geopolitical tensions impacting transportation costs in the international market. Patrick Santana, the sales director of Santana, stated this. read more

Nowe technologie cyfrowe umożliwiają australijskim plantatorom redukcję kosztów eksportu i minimalizację ryzyka odrzucenia przesyłek, ponieważ branża poszukuje praktycznych sposobów zarządzania rosnącymi wymaganiami dotyczącymi zgodności. Dla firmy Result Group, głównym celem było uproszczenie systemów plantatorów. read more

South African fruit exporters are still experiencing significant disruptions in the Middle East due to the conflict in Iran, with approximately 90 per cent of shipments to the region by sea being affected, as reported in a video on the Al Jazeera website. read more

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Amazon has expanded its dedicated air cargo service, Amazon Air, to Northeast India by launching new routes connecting Kolkata and Guwahati. This expansion aims to enhance delivery speeds by up to five times in all seven sister states - Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, read more