Bangladeshi potato oversupply pushes prices to record lows
2025-10-03 00:00
Potato prices in Bangladesh have dropped to below Tk 20 (US$0.17) per kilogram from Tk 25 (US$0.21) a month ago, causing losses for farmers due to oversupply. The Trading Corporation of Bangladesh stated that retail prices range from Tk 18 to Tk 25 (US$0.15–0.21) per kilogram, indicating a decrease.
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India's onion market is currently experiencing a period of abundant supply and high quality of both pink and red onions, according to Shvam Dhumal, Director at fresh produce exporter Agroindi EXIM Pvt Ltd., located in Maharashtra, India. "This year, we have good availability of both pink and red onions due to production."
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Potato exports are increasing in Pakistan due to record high yields.
2025-10-03 00:00
The Managing Director of National Fruit Pakistan, Shoaib Ahmad Basra, stated that the potato market in Pakistan has experienced significant growth in the last 15 months. "Potato production has reached historically high levels of around 9 to 9.5 million tonnes in the 2024-25 season, marking a 20% increase from the previous year."
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For the third year in a row, Ukraine has started the onion season with historically low prices. Analysts are reporting wholesale prices ranging from UAH 5–10 (US$0.12–0.25) per kilogram, and anticipate further decreases due to the abundance of medium and low-quality onions still available on the market. Onions are a significant crop in the country...
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Egyptian pomegranates are cheaper than Spanish and Turkish ones, despite the price increase.
2025-10-03 00:00
Różnica w cenie między różnymi odmianami egipskich granatów rośnie, ponieważ świadomość konsumentów jest obecnie bardziej wyraźna - informuje FreshPlaza.
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The Philippines is allowing the importation of onions and carrots to help lower prices.
2025-10-03 00:00
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has announced that it will allow imports of red and white onions, as well as carrots, to help stabilize retail prices in local markets. The announcement was made by DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. during the 47th Meeting of the ASEAN Ministers on Agriculture and Forestry.
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Grape varieties from the Byzantine era that were discovered in Israel's Negev desert are now being replanted after over a thousand years, reviving ancient farming practices that once provided wine to Mediterranean markets. The new vineyard is being established at Shivta National Park, located within the remains of the Byzantine-era settlement.
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South Africa has banned all fresh imports from Namibia.
2025-10-03 00:00
Albert van der Merwe from Sonop Boerdery, a farm in Noordoewer growing tomatoes, butternuts, and table grapes, stated that over a thousand employees have been sent home, and there is a possibility that the final 3,000 tonnes of their tomatoes may need to be destroyed due to South Africa closing its border to Namibian produce.
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European and North American farm leaders are currently in Italy to discuss trade and climate issues.
2025-10-03 00:00
Agricultural representatives from Europe and North America gathered in Lake Como, Italy, for the 41st edition of the North America-EU Agricultural Conference. The event was hosted by Italian organizations Confagricoltura, CIA Agricoltori Italiani, Coldiretti, and the Alliance of Italian.
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Great Britain maintains quarantine rules for ToBRFV.
2025-10-03 00:00
Ministerstwo Środowiska, Żywności i Rozwoju Obszarów Wiejskich (Defra) potwierdziło, że Wielka Brytania będzie utrzymywać status kwarantanny szkodnika (QP) wirusa pomidora o brązowym, pomarszczonym owocu (ToBRFV). Decyzja ta następuje po przeglądzie polityki i konsultacjach ze zainteresowanymi podmiotami przemysłowymi. ToBRFV, po raz pierwszy zauważony w
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A UK climate model projects a risk of $3.2 billion in increased food costs by the year 2050.
2025-10-03 00:00
A new climate risk model developed by the Institute of Grocery Distribution (IGD) in collaboration with consultants EY projects that the United Kingdom could face $3.2 billion (US$2.6 billion) in additional food costs by 2050 if current practices continue. The analysis highlights the impact on imported horticultural crops.
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Croatia has announced a tender for fruit and vegetable projects.
2025-10-03 00:00
The Ministry of Agriculture in Croatia has announced a €30 million (US$30.8 million) tender for initiatives focused on bolstering the local food industry and providing assistance to rural areas. The funds will support projects related to the processing of fruits and vegetables.
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The potato industry in New Zealand came together in Christchurch in August for the biannual Potato Industry Awards, which took place alongside the Potatoes New Zealand Conference 2025. The event honored individuals and organizations for their contributions in leadership, research, innovation, and community engagement.
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Bananas from Costa Rica connecting plantations to global markets
2025-10-03 00:00
It's easy to overlook a banana in the store. Just another fruit among many. Grabbed quickly for a breakfast on the go, tossed into cereal, or packed into lunchboxes. It's familiar, routine. But that simplicity conceals something remarkable: A banana can provide the essential vitamins to keep your family healthy.
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Colombia and the Netherlands come together in Bogotá
2025-10-03 00:00
On the evening before the official opening of Proflora 2025, representatives from the Colombian and Dutch floriculture sectors gathered in Bogotá for a special networking event. The evening was organized by Interandina Internacional, Denkers b.v., and Holland House Colombia, in collaboration.
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"W 2025 roku wczesno-sezonowe owoce naprawdę ustawiły ton na sezon"
2025-10-03 00:00
The citrus harvest for Redland Fruit has just wrapped up for the season. They are finishing up processing the final bins, and the fruit will now go into the storage program. This year has been very favorable for Australian citrus, with the fruit exhibiting excellent eating quality. "We really needed a good year, after two difficult seasons."
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Banana prices are increasing in Poland and Croatia, but they are dropping in Slovakia.
2025-10-03 00:00
In week 39 of 2025, wholesale prices for bananas from Latin America and the Caribbean exhibited varied changes in several European countries compared to the previous week. Prices are reported in €/100kg. In Bulgaria, prices saw a slight increase from €141 in week 38 to €143 in week 39.
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"Bez współpracy nie ma oporu"
2025-10-03 00:00
On the afternoon of Tuesday, September 23, the Platform for Accelerating Resistance Breeding in Ornamentals hosted an event at the World Horti Center in the Netherlands. The theme of the day was phenotyping and new technologies. The event was attended by a full audience of breeders, researchers, and industry professionals.
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Romagnoli: from experimental fields to Gdo shelves
2025-10-03 00:00
From seed research to consumers' table: Romagnoli F.lliSpa advances every year with a model that integrates innovation, sustainability, and enhancement of the potato market. The experimental fields, over 70 throughout Italy, represent real open-air laboratories.
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Grower Kashinath Khade explained that he owns 9 acres of land and has been farming for 25 years, primarily growing traditional crops like soybean, wheat, and maize. "Due to unpredictable weather and pest infestations, earning a stable profit was always difficult. I was looking for an
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