Cambodia's banana industry is grappling with the persistent threat of Fusarium fungus, despite efforts to mitigate its spread. The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries reveals a 21% decline in banana exports in 2023, amounting to around 290,000 tons. The El Niño phenomenon has been
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AECOC, the main association of transport user companies from different professional sectors (food and beverage, drugstore and perfumery, hardware and DIY, consumer technology goods, textile...) has asked the Spanish government to urge the French government to
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People are becoming increasingly aware of the need to care for the planet and the environment. The European plastics strategy states that by 2030 all packaging placed on the EU market should be recyclable, recycled or compostable. read more

Egyptian exports in 2023/24 are forecast to increase by 25 percent to reach a record 2.0 million tons due to higher yields per hectare and the opening of new markets. Egypt is expected to maintain its position as the number one orange exporter by volume. As a primary Egyptian fruit export, the
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Golden Delicious, with its unique taste and vibrant color, has always been in the spotlight on the international market. However, cultivating this variety of apple can be a challenging task. "Agrana Fruit Luka," based in Vinnytsia region, Ukraine, with over 20 years of experience cultivating
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Chinese authorities have reportedly urged Iran to control the Red Sea attacks by Iran-supported Houthis, warning of potential damage to business ties with Beijing, according to four Iranian sources and a diplomat. The discussions on the attacks and China-Iran trade occurred in recent meetings in
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Biobest Group N.V. and Antilsan today announce the acquisition by Biobest Group of Antilsan’s remaining 40% share in Biobest Antalya. The transaction allows both Biobest Group and Antilsan to strengthen their respective businesses. read more

The Frutas de Chile Stone Fruit Committee has released a new estimate for this season, including nectarines, Japanese plums, European plums, and peaches. Forty-four companies, representing 84 percent of Chile’s global stone fruit exports last season, contributed to the estimate. read more

This week, wholesale potato prices on the Ukrainian market have once again increased, according to analysts of the EastFruit. According to daily monitoring, potatoes sell today for 18-25 UAH/kg (US $0.48-0.67/kg), which is on average 12% more expensive than at the end of the previous working week. read more

Elite Fresh Trade opened its doors this year. With this newly established Belgian company, CEO Tuncer Akarca wants to specialize in exporting high-quality local products via air and sea freight. "The quality of Belgian fruit and vegetables is known worldwide, but often, there's a lack of
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The more than 77,000 hectares planted and the diversity of its production, from regions with a tropical to temperate climate, from no-cold to areas with high cold hours, make China the largest blueberry producing country in the world and the one with the greatest projection. read more

Severe weather, including hail and heavy rainfall, wreaked havoc in the Kokkinochoria region of Cyprus on Monday night, leaving farmers grappling with the aftermath. The agricultural sector, particularly the potato industry, bore the brunt of the destruction, with Xylofagou and Frenaros being
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Since the beginning of this week, several large agricultural enterprises in Moldova, which still have onions of export quality, have raised wholesale price s from 6-6.5 MDL/kg to an average of 7 MDL/kg ($0.40/kg), EastFruit reports. In parallel with the price increase for export quality onions,
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Due to the unusually warm weather in December and January, fruit and vegetable harvests in Spain's Murcia region are predicted to occur earlier than usual. This includes the early flowering of trees, says the agricultural industry. read more

Italy is facing a significant change in the management of packaging waste, through the Conai Environmental Contribution (Cac) system. This change not only reflects growing environmental awareness but also current economic needs. read more

Washington's apple industry witnesses a resurgence in exports to India, following the termination of tariffs in September. Todd Fryhover, President of the Washington Apple Commission, states this has led to a substantial surge in shipments compared to the previous season. read more

Dmytro Honcharuk, co-owner of the nursery "Fruit Garden LLC," shared his experience regarding blueberry cultivation in Ukraine. According to him, there are prospects for developing blueberry plantations in the country. read more

The marketing director of one of South Africa’s leading apple exporters says he welcomes the chance for a “back to normal” season after last year’s hail-affected campaign. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica has announced a new strategic partnership with three of China’s leading wholesale markets – Guangzhou Jiangnan Market, Shanghai Huizhan Market and Hebei Sunhola Market. read more

Irish company Keelings Fresh International has purchased Paris-based fruit importer Caposud. read more