Exports of apples from Moldova decreased in April 2026, which is unusual for that time of year. The export volume was 10.2 thousand tons, a decrease from 10.8 thousand tons in March. March shipments were also lower than the five-year average for that month. The Association Moldova Fruct, referring to customs data, reported these findings. read more

Dwie nowe odmiany wiśni zostały wprowadzone w dolinie Okanagan w Kanadzie, opracowane przez program hodowli słodkich wiśni w ramach programu Rolnictwa i Żywności Kanady w Summerland. Wiśnie Sansia i Safirah będą sprzedawane i promowane przez World Fresh Exports z siedzibą w Lake Country, BC. Sansia i Safirah to read more

Global air cargo volumes and capacity increased by 3% in the week of April 20 to 26, 2026, driven by seasonal demand and upcoming holidays. Rates also rose as markets adapted to the situation in the Middle East. According to WorldACD Market Data, the global chargeable weight ... read more

Banana production in South-East Asia and other regions continues to face pressure from Fusarium Wilt, also known as Tropical Race 4 (TR4). The soil-borne pathogen affects plantations in countries including Indonesia, the Philippines, and regions across Africa and South America. Growers are read more

Umbrella at hand: this could be the reminder for the just started week. In fact, after the cold spell of the past few days, new mild but decidedly unstable currents coming from the Iberian region will reach Italy, favoring several phases of. read more

Australian growers are losing up to one million tonnes of fruit and vegetables before the produce ever reaches the market. These losses are valued at as much as $2.5 billion a year. Francesca Goodman-Smith, director of research, development, and extension at End Food Waste Australia, finds this situation unacceptable. read more

The Goulburn Murray Valley region is at a high risk of infestation by the Queensland Fruit Fly and cannot depend on the same management strategies used in other regions of Australia, as stated in a report by fruit fly specialist Andrew Jessup. The Council commissioned this analysis, which highlighted the unique challenges of fruit fly management in this area. read more

Schneider's Gemüseland Landesproduktenhandelsgesellschaft m.b.H. will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2026, showcasing five decades of experience in organic vegetable cultivation and private label production at the PLMA World of Private Label International Trade Show 2026 (Booth 3.C47, May 19-20). read more

Singapore: Grab reports first quarter 2026 results

Grab has reported its first quarter 2026 financial results, stating that its revenue grew by 24% year-over-year to $955 million. The on-demand Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) for the same quarter also increased by 24% year-over-year to $6.1 billion. Moreover, the profit for the first quarter of 2026 amounted to $120 million.

Source: grab.com

Okay City has opened its 25th store in Belgium, located in the heart of... read more

According to official data, Georgia imported 7,242 tonnes of tomatoes worth $5.29 million in January-March 2026. In the same period in 2025, imports amounted to 7,522 tonnes valued at $5.36 million. This indicates a 1.1% decrease in import value and a 3.7% decrease in volume. read more

Po Francji, Polska wprowadziła tymczasowy zakaz importu owoców i warzyw zawierających ślady czterech pestycydów zakazanych w UE, mając na celu wywarcie presji na Komisję Europejską na poziomie UE. Polski Minister Rolnictwa Stefan Krajewski oraz Minister Zdrowia Jolanta... read more

A strawberry farm in the United Kingdom has reported strong early-season volumes, with nearly 1.5 million punnets sold so far this spring. Tuesley Farm credits the high output to favorable weather conditions, such as sunny days, warm temperatures, and cold nights. The farm anticipates reaching a weekly sales target of around one million punnets. read more

Na początku 2026 roku Sun World International uruchomił swój globalny program mango. W kwietniu firma zaprezentowała kluczowy punkt odróżniający swoje portfolio w tej kategorii: wydłużoną sezonowość zapewnianą przez swoją niezwykle późno dojrzewającą odmianę mango Blyde Late. Provenance - out of South Africa, Blyde Late read more

Zemrani Group, stated that the suspension of Moroccan exports of certain fresh produce items to African markets, implemented on April 13, is still in place. Exporters are pushing for a resolution, while consumer advocates support a move that has restored equilibrium to the domestic market. read more

Rejection rates of 6-12% in Australia's leafy greens sector highlight a larger issue beyond just product quality - the lack of a shared, objective standard. Dr. Sivam Krish, CEO and Founder of GoMicro, points out that with losses reaching up to $47,000 per rejected shipment, growers are facing ongoing challenges. read more

Consumers are increasingly driven by the search for new and valuable sensory experiences, with a particular focus on the contamination between cuisines from around the world, especially Asian cuisine. This trend can be observed in the analysis of over 1500 new product innovations. read more

From the Medfel fair in Perpignan come the first signals about the 2026 apricot campaign. Estimates compiled by Europêch, with the contribution of Cso Italy for the national framework, outline a scenario of moderate recovery at the European level, after a 2025 strongly influenced by the weather. read more

Fruit growers in Kashmir have requested Northern Railway to expedite the implementation of temperature-controlled cargo solutions and enhance rail logistics infrastructure to enhance the transportation of perishable produce throughout India. This appeal was made during a collaborative inspection and discussion. read more

The fruit and vegetable market is entering the peak of spring, with increased production, good quality, and a general rebalancing of prices, often lower than last year, albeit with differences among products. read more

Over 100 of Australia's top horticulturists, researchers, and innovators have been named as finalists in what promises to be a fiercely competitive Horticulture Awards for Excellence 2026. read more