Areté highlights how the global peanut market is currently experiencing a surplus phase, mainly driven by the United States. According to the latest USDA update, the usage for the 2025/26 season has been further revised downwards, reflecting domestic demand. read more

Zapotrzebowanie na imbir w USA wzrosło po okresie świątecznym, co było widoczne w pierwszych tygodniach stycznia. Wówczas imbir peruwiański korzystał z silnego popytu, częściowo dlatego, że dostępność imbiru chińskiego była ograniczona, a duża część chińskiego produktu trafiającego na rynek. read more

The supply of fresh produce in the Central African Republic is under strain due to the ripple effects of the security situation in the Sahel region and the ongoing war in the Middle East. Industry professionals are bracing for market disruptions, as the country relies heavily on imports for its fresh produce. read more

On 18 March 2026, the Leeuwarden District Court declared the company Frysk-Witlof bankrupt and appointed Mr. NHM Poort as the receiver. Frysk-Witlof is a company that produces Belgian endive on a large scale throughout the year. The company, based in Sexbierum, cultivated over 300 hectares of Belgian endive from Dutch roots. read more

The University of Kashmir (KU) concluded week-long entrepreneurship training programs on "Nursery & Post-Harvest Management of Commercially Important Ornamental Plants" and "Cultivation & Commercialization of Edible and Medicinal Mushrooms in Kashmir" at the Main Campus on Monday. The programs were organized by... read more

Od 10 do 13 marca odbyła się targowa impreza Foodex Japan w Tokio. Oprócz głównie dużych producentów chipsów, takich jak Agristo, Clarebout, Lutosa, oraz przetwórcy ziemniaków Pomuni, BelOrta również był obecny na targach z różnorodnym asortymentem warzyw. "Głównie warzywa, ponieważ na przykład z gruszkami jeszcze nie mamy." read more

This week, analysts from the EastFruit project have reported a noticeable increase in prices in the Ukrainian greenhouse cucumber market. The rise in prices is attributed to steady demand despite limited supply. In the past week, the volume of cucumber harvests in local greenhouse complexes has... read more

Highly perishable fresh produce categories have been negatively affected by the Middle East conflict, as airfreight capacity has been reduced. read more

The Australian avocado industry has introduced a pioneering trial of a retail ripeness scanner, a first in Australia, to assist in the growth of domestic demand. This initiative aims to address common frustrations for growers, consumers, and retailers. The Avocado Retail Ripeness Scanner enables users to confidently select avocados at their preferred ripeness level. read more

The Senegalese watermelon season began a few weeks ago, with lower yields than expected and a generally reduced supply in the European market due to the impact of weather conditions in South America. The Spanish season is also set to start in a few weeks. read more

Container Centralen (CC), a Denmark-based provider of reusable load carriers for the European ornamental horticulture industry, has appointed Nanne van der Burg as Chief Operating Officer (COO) starting from March 1, 2026. Gertjan Hakkers will also be joining the company as Chief Commercial Officer. read more

In about three weeks, the first early onion harvests will begin in southern Spain, where the crops have generally recovered after the squalls at the start of February. However, the sector is still monitoring the upcoming weather, particularly the rainfall forecast for the coming days. read more

Rockit is preparing to introduce its new season fruit to global markets, featuring a combination of vibrant color, sweetness, and crispness that are characteristic of the snack-sized apple brand. The initial batches of New Zealand fruit have been delivered to China, with other international markets scheduled to receive shipments soon. read more

Po ostatnich opadach deszczu w rejonie Sunraysia, które dostarczyły ponad dwie trzecie rocznej sumy opadów w ciągu zaledwie 48 godzin, Agriculture Victoria prosi plantatorów o zgłaszanie strat i szkód swojej grupie branżowej, aby pełny wpływ zdarzenia mógł być zrozumiany. Migdały, winogrona i melony... read more

The war in the Middle East is having a significant impact on the exports of certain specialty crops from California, especially nuts. Pistachios, walnuts, and almonds are some of the state's key agricultural export commodities and are increasingly being sent to the Middle East. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture announced on Friday that Taiwan has obtained NT$750 million (US$23.46 million) in orchid export orders at the Taiwan International Orchid Show in Tainan, representing a 3% increase compared to last year. According to CNA, over 300,000 people attended the exhibition. At the event, 32 buyers from... read more

The increase in turmoil in the Middle East, which began with the U.S. and Israeli military actions in Iran at the end of February, is causing disruptions to regional trade flows. The transit through the Strait of Hormuz continues to be a crucial factor. In addition to disruptions in oil, gas, and freight transportation, the closure of the strait is also impacting. read more

Yogesh Rathod, Director at Nova Fresco in Navi Mumbai, mentioned that the kiwi market in India is currently under pressure due to limited supply, with importers eagerly anticipating fresh shipments. He added that the global kiwi market is experiencing a shortage, leading to fluctuating prices. Their consignments are expected to arrive soon. read more

The Moroccan avocado export campaign has come to an end, marking the conclusion of an "exceptional and very tough" season, according to Abdellah El Yamlahi, president of the Moroccan Avocado Association. Following the 2024/2025 season, when production and export volumes reached an all-time high. read more

Kenya's fresh produce sector, which is a significant source of rural livelihoods and foreign exchange, is currently experiencing challenges in exporting to the European Union (EU). This is due to compliance requirements, post-harvest inefficiencies, and regulatory changes impacting market access. The EU has imposed stricter pesticide regulations, which are contributing to these difficulties. read more