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Ukraine has updated mechanisms for granting state support for horticulture, berry production, viticulture, greenhouse farming, and the construction of fruit and vegetable storage facilities. Amendments to Resolution No. 738 of June 21, 2022 were adopted on April 22, 2026. The changes introduce... read more

Kenyan flower grower and exporter Eliana Flowers is continuing to expand its footprint in international markets, particularly emphasizing premium roses, summer flowers, and maintaining high quality standards. Situated in Nyeri and Kajiado County, the company operates on 10 hectares of land at an altitude of approximately read more

March 2022, Swiss people consumed over seven kilograms of carrots per person, making them the most popular vegetable in Switzerland. Tomatoes come in second place, but if cherry tomatoes were included, they would surpass carrots in popularity. read more

Fresh durian shipments from Thailand are now being delivered to the U.S. by air and are projected to continue until August, subject to weather conditions in the cultivation areas. Eyal Nahoumovich from Gaia Produce, a veteran importer of fresh and frozen durian for almost 18 years, highlights that... read more

With ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, farmers and agricultural cooperatives throughout the EU are experiencing increasing challenges related to costs, markets, and supply chains, which are exacerbating an already delicate situation. Agriculture Ministers are convening under the Cypriot Presidency of Minister Panayiotou. read more

"In April 2026, we have observed a 20% increase in the Mexican mango season compared to 2025 and 2024," says Yamil Gómez Cid, general manager of Mangos Mexico, who cautions that this growth could be impacted by climatic factors in the upcoming months. The current season is predominantly ongoing in the southern region. read more

Van der Ende Group is taking the next step in its international growth strategy with the appointment of a Country Director in Mexico. The organization has been active in Mexico for some time through projects and collaborations with installers and partners. With the appointment of a local Country Director, they aim to strengthen their presence and operations in the Mexican market. read more

Wysoko w górach prowincji Free State na wschodzie RPA plantacje jabłoni zbierają ostatnie dwie odmiany: Cripps Pink i Cripps Red. Ci plantatorzy rozpoczynają sezon zbiorów jabłek i są pierwszymi, którzy go zakończą. "W ogólności mieliśmy bardzo dobre plony, zarówno pod względem ilości, jak i jakości" - mówi. read more

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