Vietnam's imported fruit sales saw a significant increase in 2025 due to growing consumer demand for premium, health-focused products, as reported by the Vietnamese magazine HuangSoc. US apples, Australian cherries, and Korean grapes are now prominently displayed in supermarket counters and convenience stores. read more

During a bilateral meeting on June 4, 2025, in Paris, Indonesia officially requested increased market access for tropical fruits to New Zealand. The request was made as part of broader trade discussions during the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting, as reported by Republik Merdeka, an Indonesian news site. read more

As June arrives, flower businesses in Hongta district, Yuxi, southwest China's Yunnan Province are buzzing with activity. Orders are pouring in, and in the greenhouses, roses, phalaenopsis orchids, and other flowers are in full bloom. Early each morning, workers begin picking, transporting, and read more

Indian fruit importers are expressing increasing worry about the ongoing surplus of South African mandarins and pears. This situation has caused substantial disruption in the market and a decrease in prices, especially for varieties such as Nadorcott mandarins and Forelle pears. Last year, there was a sharp read more

The mango season in Senegal started in the third week of May, with the first harvests coming from the central region of the country. Unlike the past three seasons, industry stakeholders are reporting high morale, and all signs point to a successful season, as stated by Cheikh Mbake Mboup, the president of... read more

With the arrival of summer temperatures, the melon market has experienced a remarkable acceleration: sales have literally exploded, with demand in some cases doubling, if not tripling. Confirming this is Bruno Francescon, president of the organization of the same name. read more

The peach season is about to begin in Naoussa, the main growing area in Greece for this crop. However, market executives declare that they are unable to assess how the season will turn out. "We are facing a very confusing situation and, honestly, we don't know what to expect. Overall, production read more

The team of Suntory Flowers has recently returned from a global meeting at Suntory Flowers in Japan. The meeting gathered their divisions from five different countries – Japan, USA, Australia, China, and The Netherlands. "It was a great opportunity to share what we're doing in each market and..." read more

Lazy Foods, a producer of fresh guacamole located in Ridderkerk, the Netherlands, is making it simpler for consumers to enjoy their daily avocado fix while also contributing to the reduction of food waste. Established in 2015, circularity has been a significant aspect of the company's production process. read more

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Vietnam is currently seeing a high demand for high-quality imported fruits, with the United States being its top supplier in the first five months of 2025. During this period, Vietnam imported fruits and vegetables worth $203 million from the U.S., marking a nearly 60% increase compared to the same period last year. read more

Unfavorable weather, low strawberry supply, end of the season in Greece - among other factors, these contribute to strawberry prices remaining relatively stable in the second week of June. There are no significant drops in wholesale prices, and in procurement

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Every spring, the University of Leeds comes alive with vibrant colors as thousands of blooming bulbs signal the arrival of the season. Behind this beautiful display lies a story of community involvement, digital innovation, and careful planning, all brought to life through... read more

Canada's pea industry is experiencing a significant development as India has announced an extension of duty-free access for yellow peas until March 31, 2026, beyond the original deadline of May 31. Greg Cherewyk, the president of Pulse Canada, recognizes the significance of this timing, especially considering the challenges faced in China. He hopes that the Indian market will help compensate for the reduced access elsewhere. read more

In the heart of Mazovia, in the village of Hornigi near Warka, a unique plantation has been established, which is already attracting great interest among professional growers from all over Poland. It is here, on the farm of Magdalena and Mateusz Włodarczyk, that on an area... read more

In Vadodara, India, researchers from the Department of Botany at M S University's Faculty of Science have made progress in developing seedless tomatoes and prolonging their shelf life using gene silencing techniques. The research, supported by the Science and Engineering Research Board, was led by read more

On Friday, May 30th, the Agrion Foundation organized and hosted a meeting dedicated to the woolly apple aphid (Eriosoma lanigerum). The event was attended by SAGEA Center for field experimentation. The goal of the meeting was to... read more

In tej prezentacji na Perishable Logistics Africa 2025, Christiaan Pleijsier, Dyrektor Generalny eBee.africa, zaprezentował, jak innowacyjne rowery elektryczne eBee zmieniają mobilność w sektorach kwiatów i produktów szybko psujących się w Afryce. Od obniżania kosztów operacyjnych do umożliwiania czystszej, szybszej i bardziej efficientnej pracy. read more

The garlic harvesting season is in full swing in Italy and Spain, and the early outlook is positive, especially in terms of quality and yield. Antonio Tuccillo, the administrator of Agrimpex Farming, a company located in the Campania region, is assessing the progress of the season and highlighting the positive developments so far. read more

Serbia: Italian retail chain selects initial locations in Serbia
Unofficially, Eurospin EKO Company, which operates stores in Slovenia and Croatia, has chosen its first locations in Serbia. Eurospin recently advertised a significant number of job openings for these locations through its representatives. read more