Region of Surxondaryo in Uzbekistan, known for its early agricultural production, has started harvesting its first melons of the season. The Ministry of Agriculture reports that the harvest is happening on an 8-hectare field in the "Nurtepa" neighborhood of the Sherobod district. read more

In the most recent weekly data on banana prices, Colombia recorded an average price of £1.10, which was an increase from the previous week's average of £1.04. This represents a week-on-week increase of £0.06, or a 6% rise. The lower and upper usual price range for Colombian bananas during this period was... read more

Chile has recently finished a cherry season characterized by large quantities and low prices, but with significant demand in Asia. China remains the primary market, while countries like India and the United States are also increasing their presence. "Frutas de Chile," the organization that represents the main fruit exporters in the country, is at the forefront of this trend. read more

The International Pear Congress, Interpera, is scheduled to be held on 25 and 26 June 2025 in Hasselt, Belgium. The congress will bring together international stakeholders from the pear industry to address important issues impacting the sector. This year's event is co-organized by AREFLH (Assembly of European. read more

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The Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA), which came into force in late 2022, has enabled over 85% of Australian goods exports to India to be tariff-free. This percentage is projected to increase to 90% by January of next year. Australian macadamias, which are predominantly grown in the country, are among the products benefitting from this agreement. read more

This year's event is organized by AREFLH and VBT (Federation of Belgian Horticultural Cooperatives). This is the second time Belgium hosts the congress since its creation in 2008. The country is one of the main pear producers in Europe, with production concentrated in the read more

In the spring of 2025, there was a significant frost in Greece (and Turkey) that impacted the production of summer fruits. Italy, France, and Spain did not have widespread frost, but they faced unfavorable weather conditions during flowering, including heavy and frequent rainfall, which had some effect on the crops. read more

The assortment of cucumbers included options from Germany, the Netherlands, and Belgium. There were also Dutch, locally grown, and some Turkish shipments of mini cucumbers available. The Federal Office for Agriculture and Food (BLE) reported an increase in availability in both segments. Despite demand not being unfavorable, it typically did not match the pace of the market. read more

The Tanzanian government is implementing a system to register buyers of avocados and their representatives. This effort is designed to prevent exploitative practices in the industry by bringing all parties into a centralized registry, as stated by the Director General of the Cereals and. read more

Od 12 do 14 marca 2025 roku odbyła się 7. edycja targów HortEx Vietnam w Ho Chi Minh City, w Wietnamie, współorganizowanych z Agritechnica ASIA, spin-offem targów Agritechnica w Niemczech - targów maszyn rolniczych. Targi odbyły się na terenie SECC w Ho Chi Minh City na powierzchni 10 000 metrów kwadratowych. read more

Canada is becoming a potential strategic market for diversifying Colombian avocado exports, but it is still relatively unexplored due to logistical, commercial, and reputational challenges. Despite Mexico's dominance with 99% of the supply, Colombia has a real opportunity to increase its presence in Canada. read more

W USA, firma Orchard View Cherries z Oregonu przewiduje "doskonałą jakość" swojej tegorocznej uprawy, która ma wzrosnąć o 30 procent w porównaniu z ubiegłym rokiem. read more

The lifting of sanctions on Syria by the US and EU is expected to help the country mitigate the impact of severe drought conditions by implementing modernized irrigation systems. read more

The President and the CEO of the Dominican Banana Association (Adobanano), Gil Blas Martínez and Martín Peña, stated that deliveries decreased from 323 million US dollars in 2022 to 202 million US dollars last year. read more

Reefertrends reports this, citing information from the Korea Citrus Export Corporation (KCEC). Out of the 3,347 tons of local citrus fruits exported in 2024 by 46 farms and export companies registered with KCEC, the agency states that 1,775 tons were sent. read more

Reefertrends shares this information, citing data from the Korea Citrus Export Corporation (KCEC). According to the agency, out of the 3,347 tons of local citrus fruits exported in 2024 by 46 farms and export companies registered with the KCEC, 1,775 tons were sent. read more

Eksport organicznych bananów z Dominikany do Europy spadł o 40 procent w ciągu dwóch lat z powodu zmian klimatycznych oraz wzrostu występowania szkodników i chorób.

Exports of organic bananas from the Dominican Republic to Europe have dropped by 40 per cent in two years due to climate change and a higher incidence of pests and diseases. read more

The municipality of San Carlos in Chile's Ñuble region and China's Shandong Province have signed a bilateral cooperation agreement aimed at developing a binational industrial park. This initiative aims to foster commercial, technological, and cultural connections between the two regions. read more

The program is curated by Asiafruit Magazine, the knowledge partner of ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA, and focuses on emerging trade and consumer trends in Southeast Asia, China's growing influence as a supplier in the region, and the future of the booming durian business in Asia. read more