Mauritanian farmers and exporters are facing challenges in exporting watermelon shipments to Morocco due to high taxes. Recent reports indicate that Moroccan authorities have imposed fees of up to MAD 90,000 (US$9,000) per 24-ton shipment. A source from Mauritania has confirmed the high customs rates. read more

Italian pears will be available for a couple more months, until the end of April. These include the Abate variety and the main winter varieties. The Williams variety is now in its final stages. Despite the general drop in production in Italy in 2025, our inventory management ensures a continued supply. read more

A national agricultural research institute and the University of Tsukuba in Japan have collaborated to develop a new variety of muskmelon that can be ripened on demand. This innovation aims to address the fruit's short shelf life and export limitations by targeting a gene responsible for ethylene production, a key plant hormone. read more

Fischer Farms' modular growing system is now up and running in Abu Dhabi, marking the company's first operational installation outside the United Kingdom. The setup is currently producing short-cycle leafy greens and herbs, and also functions as a practical demonstration site for growers, partners, and potential customers. read more

Lidl Italia has obtained certification for Gender Equality UNI/PdR 125:2022, following the validation of its management system by the certifying body Afnor. The recognition, valid for three years, attests the adoption of 33 indicators related to six areas. read more

The "2026 Taiwan International Orchid Show (TIOS) and Floral Technology Exhibition (FTE)" officially began on February 27 at the Floral Industry Innovation Park in Tainan, Taiwan. With the theme "Blooming Taiwan," this year's joint event signifies a strategic change for the industry, with a focus on three core… read more

On December 1, India's Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry initiated a trial export shipment of GI-tagged Khasi Mandarin oranges from Meghalaya to Dubai, in collaboration with Meghalaya's Ministry of Agriculture and farmers' welfare. This initiative is part of the efforts to boost exports of these oranges. read more

Belarusian apple producer Arnika-Agro, located in the Mogilev region, harvested over 7,000 tonnes of apples in 2025, despite spring frosts that impacted orchards nationwide. The company is currently the top national producer in terms of total apple yield and manages almost 200 hectares of apple orchards. read more

The global blueberry market continues to show rapid growth in both production and consumption. However, as supply increases, competition among producing countries is also becoming more intense. Ukraine, which has developed its own commercial blueberry industry over the past decade, is now entering a new phase. read more

Jako producent cykorii trzeciego pokolenia z serca regionu Hauts-de-France, Pierrick Capelle postanowił rozpocząć produkcję korzeniową w 2010 roku. Jest to decyzja podyktowana ambicją zapewnienia wszystkim producentom dostępu do tej samej jakości cykorii, co w przypadku dużych producentów cykorii. "Nie sprzedaję tylko pięknej read more

The 2026 asparagus harvest season in Mexico started in the municipality of Caborca. State Governor Alfonso announced, "Today we begin Sonora's 2026 asparagus season from Caborca, consolidating our national leadership in this strategic crop, creating jobs, and strengthening the economy of our state." read more

Philippines: Robinsons Logistix builds big box hub in Cainta
Robinsons Logistix and Industrials Inc. (RLX), the logistics and industrial arm of Robinsons Land Corp., has partnered with Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc. (RRHI) for the development of a "big box" facility for Shopwise at the Sierra. read more

Escalating tensions between the U.S., Israel, and Iran are disrupting Indian onion exports and widening instability across global shipping lanes, as the Strait of Hormuz has been closed and major carriers have suspended regional operations. At Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPT) in Mumbai, more than 150... read more

The Tripura state government has implemented various special measures to boost flower production, as there has been a growing demand for flowers over the past seven years. Since the financial year 2018-19, farmers have been receiving lucrative prices for their flowers in the local market. read more

In early March 2026, the apple market in Ukraine is experiencing a significant rise in retail prices, which consumers are already noticing. In Ukrainian supermarkets, branded apple varieties like Golden Delicious and Red Chief are being sold at around UAH 70/kg (approximately €1.4/kg) — a new level. read more

The plant-based products market in Italy continues to consolidate, showing significant growth both in terms of market penetration and consumer perception. According to a survey conducted by AstraRicerche for the Plant-Based Products Group of the Italian Food Union, read more

W związku z ewoluującą sytuacją bezpieczeństwa na Bliskim Wschodzie i ograniczeniami dotyczącymi ruchu morskiego w Cieśninie Ormuz oraz Bab el-Mandeb, firma MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company potwierdza, że bezpieczeństwo swoich załóg pozostaje najwyższym priorytetem. Jako środek ostrożności, MSC podjęła... read more

After several years of focusing on supplying the domestic market and other exporters, the Costa Rican company Agrícola La Roca, based in Huápiles, in the Limón province, is preparing for its return to the international market. The company, which has over 15 years of experience in agriculture, is gearing up for its re-entry into the global market. read more

"We find ourselves with three thousand hectares of land underwater and with hundreds of companies completely destroyed, so now the Region has requested a state of emergency. It seems that there is an initial allocation of 300 million euros, but we believe it is insufficient," said the president of. read more

UK supermarkets, such as Tesco, Lidl, Asda, Sainsbury's, and Morrisons, are experiencing shortages of certain fruits and vegetables due to extended periods of rain and flooding in southern Spain and northern Morocco. The impacted products include strawberries, raspberries, avocados, and peppers. read more