The Alphonso mango exports from India are experiencing uncertainty due to a slowdown in demand from the Gulf region.
2026-03-12 00:00
Alphonso-quality mangoes grown in the regions of Dharwad, Belagavi, and parts of Haveri in India have been supplying export markets in the Middle East for over a decade. Growers have been exporting the fruit to countries such as Abu Dhabi, Iran, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Iraq.
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Inspectors from Russia's Rosselkhoznadzor intercepted the export of approximately four tons of nuts and dried fruits from Russia to Belarus. The truck transporting the goods was halted on March 3rd in Russia's Smolensk region. The driver, a citizen of Belarus, was en route to Minsk. During the inspection,
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"Normal production and high demand for Greek white asparagus"
2026-03-12 00:00
Yields per hectare of Greek white asparagus in Kavala, one of the most important cultivation zones for the product in Greece, are now at normal levels for this period. Mr. Aris Schotman, owner of the local company Schotman S.A., states: "Producers in Kavala who covered their asparagus on time,
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W ciągu ostatniego roku produkcja cytrusów na świecie była dość zmienna z powodu warunków pogodowych. W południowej półkuli panowały korzystne warunki w 2025 roku. Jakość eksportowa, zwłaszcza w Południowej Afryce, była bardzo dobra dla mandarynek i pomarańczy. Natomiast na półkuli północnej...
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Maastricht Aachen Airport has been authorized to conduct inspections of plant products.
2026-03-12 00:00
Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST) in the Netherlands has been designated as an approved inspection location for Products of Non-Animal Origin (PNAO) by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA). The authorization follows an audit by the NVWA and confirmation by the European…
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India: A district-level promotional event on commercial floriculture was held in Samba.
2026-03-12 00:00
In order to promote diversification in farming and encourage farmers to explore profitable alternatives, the Department of Floriculture, Parks and Gardens Jammu organized a one-day district-level event on Commercial Floriculture in Samba. The event drew an enthusiastic participation of around 250 farmers.
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Melons: the conflict in the Middle East does not stop exports
2026-03-12 00:00
"One week into the conflict, we can say that the Italian apple sector, no stranger to dealing with crises and geopolitical instability, has essentially weathered the shock caused by the war: the difficulties arising in the Strait of Hormuz have raised concerns."
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The Farming for the Future (FFF) sustainability initiative of Woolworths South Africa has been assessed in an independent PhD study carried out at Coventry University in the United Kingdom. The thesis, titled "Between Sustainability Crises and Market Responses: A Critical Analysis of a Retailer-Led"
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Ethiopia earned $288.48 million from horticulture exports in the first seven months of the current Ethiopian fiscal year, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture. The ministry organized a consultative meeting with various stakeholders, including local and foreign investors involved in the horticulture sector.
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"Koszty logistyczne uderzają w nas jednocześnie z dwóch stron" "The logistic costs are hitting us on two fronts simultaneously"
2026-03-12 00:00
Sourabh Jaiswal, Business Development Manager for Indian produce exporter KK Star, announced that there is a larger harvest of mangoes from India this season, coinciding with a period of high demand. He stated, "The mango season has just begun, and we expect a higher crop yield this season compared to last year."
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Watermelon invades US menus: +30% usage in restaurants
2026-03-12 00:00
In 2025, 16.3% of menus in the United States have integrated anguriat into their offerings, marking a 30% increase compared to 2021.
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Prices for several locally produced fruits and vegetables have increased in markets across Morocco. Consumers are feeling the strain on their household purchasing power and are skeptical of explanations attributing the increases to geopolitical events like the war in Iran. Industry representatives, on the other hand, claim that
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Sicily, Thrips parvispinus found: a new threat looms over the pepper
2026-03-12 00:00
The Thrips parvispinus arrives in Italy and the first outbreak occurs in Sicily, in the heart of one of the most important horticultural districts in Europe. The scientific report, published in the EPPO Bulletin (European and Mediterranean Plant Protection Organization), certifies the first outbreak.
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"Udowodniliśmy, że jakość jest naszą siatką bezpieczeństwa" -> "We have proven that quality is our safety net"
2026-03-12 00:00
While the war in the Middle East continues to complicate logistics and lengthen transit times, Egyptian orange exporters are managing to hold their own, thanks to strong demand that defies logistical challenges and their experience in maintaining freshness through long transit times, gained
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"We assist farmers in reducing losses by preserving the shelf life of fruits for up to two years using IQF technology."
2026-03-12 00:00
The Guatemalan company Frissie is starting to establish itself in the regional market by exporting frozen fruit, especially berries, with a focus on sustainable and social practices. Founded four years ago by four sisters, it collaborates directly with small and medium-sized farmers across the region.
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Farms Digital will be participating as an exhibitor at two banana industry events in the Americas in April 2026, as the company continues to expand its presence in Latin American markets. The company will be attending Acorbat 2026 in Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico, organized by Corbana, from April 20.
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"The importance of organic farming and its role in production were the main focus of the conference held on March 7, 2026, at Montelupo Hall in Domagnano, Republic of San Marino, Italy. The event aimed to enhance every stage from production to consumption. Titled 'From Farm to Table:
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The Iran conflict is causing air cargo rates to rise to as much as US$6/kg on important trade routes.
2026-03-12 00:00
Zamknięcie Cieśniny Ormuz w związku z wojną w Iranie wpłynęło na ruch statków i wzbudziło obawy dotyczące globalnej logistyki. Od rozpoczęcia konfliktu około tydzień temu niewiele statków przeszło przez cieśninę. Zamknięcie wpływa na ruch tankowców naftowych i podbija cenę ropy.
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Kiwi deaths lead to the birth of SOS-KIWI: joint research effort to save the industry
2026-03-12 00:00
Italy is among the main global producers of kiwi, but for over a decade the Kiwifruit Vine Decline Syndrome (KVDS), known as "kiwi dieback," has been causing serious production losses and endangering the competitiveness of the entire sector.
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