With the stabilization of China-Australia relations, the Australian avocado industry, led by Avocados Australia, is eager to explore the Chinese market, acknowledging its substantial potential for their products. In late August and early September, a delegation including John Tyas, CEO of Avocados Australia, visited China to conduct market research and establish connections. read more

Aotearoa New Zealand is scheduled to be the first country to celebrate World Fruit & Vegetable Day on October 18, in line with the worldwide focus on promoting a sustainable and healthy future. The 5+ A Day Charitable Trust is leading the way by organizing international celebrations, with 30 countries ready to participate. read more

The fig harvest in Greece is progressing at a significantly slow pace during the second week of October. The extreme heat of the last summer caused significant damage to the orchards' yield all over the country. Mr. Antreas Litras, owner of the fig production and packing company Litras Fresh, is concerned about the impact on the harvest this year. read more

Aby poinformować konsumentów, że nowy zbiór dotarł do Niemiec, Migo® przeprowadził próbki uliczne i kampanię zewnętrzną w kilku dużych miastach. Roadshow rozpoczął się w Düsseldorfie 4 października. Wzdłuż Renu i w starej części miasta, zespół Migo rozdawał około read more

The EU calculated orange prices were €73.18 per 100 kg in September 2024, showing a decrease of 9.24% from the previous month. In Greece, the prices were €71.04 per 100 kg, which is 2.67% lower than the 5-year average. In Portugal, oranges were priced at €82.24 per 100 kg, reflecting an increase of 21.75% compared to the previous month. read more

Chiquita, together with project partners Yelloway KeyGene, MusaRadix, and Wageningen University and Research (WUR), is proud to announce the arrival of Yelloway One (YW01), a revolutionary banana hybrid resistant to Tropical Race 4 (TR4) and partially resistant to Black Sigatoka. read more

This is the second year that Florette launches the Ambassador Program to provide support to fruit vendors throughout Spain. This program offers assistance through provided merchandising and educational materials.

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DiMuto has announced a strategic expansion of its operations in Mexico, focusing on the fresh strawberries and dry vegetables sector. By partnering with a global produce distributor in the United States, DiMuto is set to revolutionize the digital transformation of the fresh produce supply chain. Leveraging its expertise and technology, DiMuto aims to enhance traceability and transparency in the industry. read more

Zespół EastFruit rozpoczyna proces selekcji importerów owoców i warzyw oraz kupców sieci supermarketów z Polski, Rumunii, Ukrainy, Kazachstanu i Uzbekistanu na bezpłatną wycieczkę na targi Food Africa w Kairze, w Egipcie, od 3 do 5 grudnia 2024 r., w ramach których odbędą się negocjacje. read more

The flood disaster that occurred a few weeks ago has caused significant damage in many areas of Lower Austria. This situation has been worsened by the current inflation and a decrease in consumer confidence in specific retail sectors. However, despite these challenges, vegetable producer and wholesaler Heinrich Penz from Melk is optimistic about the future. read more

Sarah Hawkless, the founder of Emerden – a flower farm, seed, and plant merchant in Taranaki, is part of a new generation of female, small-scale, seasonal flower growers who are following their passion for nature and color while creating thriving businesses that cater to our love for all kinds of flowers. read more

We are delighted to announce that the Australian macadamia industry has once again achieved 100% compliance in the National Residue Survey (NRS). The 2023-24 survey represents the 27th consecutive year of flawless results, underscoring our industry's dedication to excellence and sustainable macadamia production. read more

"Liege Airport (LGG) has the potential to become Europe's largest air cargo flower hub," says Willum van den Hoogen, Managing Director at Florius International FZCO, a flower supplier with farms in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Colombia. This potential is due to the reduced air cargo capacity at Schiphol Airport. read more

Deputy Minister of Agriculture Nigina Anvari has reported that Tajikistan has experienced a 30% increase in its agricultural exports to Russia over the past nine months. In contrast, imports from Russia to Tajikistan have surged by 38% during the same period compared to 2023. read more

Jet Fresh Flower Growers has recently announced their new partnership as an Authorized VIP Rose Producer and Distributor for North America and the Caribbean. This partnership aims to introduce VIP Wax Dipped Roses as well as Jet Fresh Ecuadorian Grown roses to the floral industry throughout the region. read more

The ongoing cooperation between the Bureau of Plant Industry and the Bureau of Customs resulted in the confiscation of a 40-foot container van containing fresh yellow onions, with an estimated value of around P3.5 million. The shipment was brought in from China by JRA and Pearl Enterprise, Inc. read more

Hurricanes can disrupt agricultural sectors, affecting both the US and Mexico. In areas hit by hurricanes, the damage to crops, farm equipment, and infrastructure can result in food supply chain shortages. Nogales, Arizona, plays a crucial role as a key point for this. read more

Israel's Medjool dates harvest is currently in full swing, with the peak picking already completed. This year, the date season started 10 days earlier than last year, beginning with the Bhari dates before moving on to the main attraction, which is the Medjool dates. Gal Twig, from the Israel Dates Board, stated, "We are over" read more

The first shipment of Chilean cherries for the new season has arrived in Shanghai, marking the beginning of arrivals at different ports across China. Gonzalo Matamala, General Manager for Giddings Fruit's Asia and China region, confirmed the arrival to the Global Times. read more

The Australian mango season is starting later than usual, but the industry still anticipates a good level of production and high quality throughout the summer. The Australian Mango Industry Association reports that the harvest has increased for growers in Darwin over the past two weeks, with a significant ramp-up in their activities. read more