The mandarin orange season in Yichang, Hubei Province, China, is about to begin. Harvesting starts in early September, with early varieties beginning to color around September 20. In fast-coloring varieties, the red coloration can exceed 50%. This year's mandarins are larger, cleaner, and juicier. read more

Umowa handlowa letnia między Unią Europejską a administracją Trumpa miała być punktem zwrotnym w relacjach transatlantyckich po miesiącach niepewności. 15% ograniczenie ceł nie było idealne, ale liderzy UE zaakceptowali je jako koszt utrzymania napięć handlowych z USA na niskim poziomie. read more

The Floriculture Department Kashmir has made its Training Institute at Rajbagh functional, marking a major milestone in advancing floriculture education, skill development, and employment/livelihood opportunities in the floriculture sector. The institute commenced operations on 09-08-2025. read more

Positive signals continue on fruit and vegetable consumption: according to the market observatory Cso Italy, in the first half of 2025, total volumes amount to 2.68 million tons, up by 4% compared to 2024, while total spending reaches 6.95 billion euros (+8%). read more

"When it froze in Turkey in April, we already knew that the apricot supply this year would be a complete disaster. We anticipated this by diverting to Tajikistan," says Richard Strijbis of Tovano, a wholesaler of nuts and southern fruits in Maasdijk. This situation fits into a pattern observed in recent years. read more

As growers and shippers in Florida are gearing up for the start of the Florida citrus season, they are pleased to receive positive news regarding tariffs from the Canadian government. The good news is that the retaliatory tariffs on U.S. products, including oranges and orange juice, have been lifted as of September 1st. "This news" read more

The apple harvest is currently in full swing in a large part of the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland). The German apple harvest is expected to be successful, with an estimated yield of around 1 million tons (+15%), and there is a strong demand in the market. Favorable weather conditions and good fruit production have contributed to this positive outlook. read more

The Blueberry brand OZblu, managed by United Exports, will be unveiling its new Chinese brand name, 蓝有 (Lán Yǒu), at the 2025 Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong. This name aims to enhance OZblu's market position in China while maintaining alignment with its worldwide image. The characters 蓝 read more

The Provincial Court of Valencia has sentenced a woman who defrauded Frutas Iberos SL, where she served as financial director, of more than 154,000 euros to two years in prison and a fine of 1,620 euros. The final sentence was issued after the parties reached an agreement during the trial held. read more

According to the National Statistics Committee, Uzbekistan exported 87.9 thousand tons of peaches, worth $80.5 million, to 15 foreign countries during the first seven months of 2025. The main export destinations were: Russia: 69,900 tons Kazakhstan: 13,100 tons Kyrgyzstan: 4,000 tons Belarus: read more

The agribusiness sector in South Africa is under pressure due to a 30% tariff imposed by the United States on agricultural exports in August 2025. This tariff has had an impact on industries like citrus, wine, and macadamia nuts, putting 35,000 jobs in the citrus sector in jeopardy. Despite a 26% increase in Q2, the sector is facing challenges due to the new tariff. read more

Po czterech i pół roku badań, europejski projekt BreedingValue zakończył się sukcesem, dostarczając nowe narzędzia, dane i wiedzę, aby zapewnić, że truskawki, maliny i borówki pozostaną odporne, zrównoważone i atrakcyjne dla konsumentów w całej Europie. "Owoce jagodowe należą do" read more

From October 6th to October 10th, an outgoing agricultural trade mission will be organized from the Netherlands to Angola. The mission will focus on key growth sectors, including sustainable agriculture (fruits, seeds, and horticulture) as well as logistics. Angola, one of Africa's largest countries, is. read more

W dniu 1 września 2025 r. Minister ds. Przemysłu i Handlu T.G. Bharath ogłosił, że rząd stanowy wesprze plantatorów cebuli, inicjując skup poprzez Markfed. Decyzja została podjęta po tym, jak rolnicy zgłosili trudności w otrzymywaniu opłacalnych cen. Podczas swojej wizyty... read more

The current avocado season in Peru has been characterized by a delayed start compared to last year, increased export volumes, and a recovery in prices following weeks of intense pressure. While Europe continues to be the main market, Peruvian exporters are focusing on expanding their presence in Asia and adjusting to new… read more

Fresh Point is a Thai exporter of premium fresh fruits and vegetables, established in 1995. The company, which has been in operation for over 25 years, supplies fresh produce to partners across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America under the Fresh Connect brand. "We operate our own farms." read more

McCormack Family Farms has released an update to Food Alert 2025.47 concerning the recall of spinach and mixed leaves products due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The newly identified batches subject to the recall include Fresh Choice Market Mixed Leaves, 100 g packs, with batch codes JD234 and JD238. read more

Apple harvesting in Trentino's Val di Non and Val di Sole, which is currently taking place, is about to create history. This achievement is thanks to a remarkable technological innovation that is poised to revolutionize the future of fruit farming in Italy and around the world. For the first time, newly harvested apples can be transported by cableway, marking a significant advancement in the industry. read more

Polish floral designer Tomasz "Max" Kuczyński has won the World Cup Floral Art, with the judges praising his creativity, technical skill, and unique artistic style. Hungary took second place, with France coming in close behind. Dutch competitor Franka Roenhorst also achieved success. read more

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