Asia & Oceania
Exploring the potential of Egyptian potato suppliers in Uzbekistan: key insights from FAO/EBRD training
2024-04-24 00:00
Uzbekistan holds the title of the world's largest importer of ware potatoes for direct consumption, while Egypt ranks among the globe's leading potato exporters. Despite this, a direct trade link between the two nations remains unestablished, even though Egypt possesses significant potential for exporting potatoes to Uzbekistan.
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The Netherlands Pavilion at the HortEx Vietnam 2025 exhibition.
2024-04-24 00:00
Since the launch of HortEx Vietnam in 2018, the Netherlands Embassy in Vietnam has been strongly supporting the exhibition and providing Dutch companies with a platform to initiate or expand their business in Vietnam. During the last edition of HortEx Vietnam, held from March 13-15 at the Saigon...
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The Netherlands Pavilion at the HortEx Vietnam 2025 exhibition.
2024-04-24 00:00
Since the launch of HortEx Vietnam in 2018, the Netherlands Embassy in Vietnam has been providing strong support for the exhibition and offering Dutch companies a platform to initiate or expand their business in Vietnam. During the most recent edition of HortEx Vietnam, which took place from March 13-15 at the Saigon...
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Researchers are investigating sensor multiplexing to decode various plant stresses in real-time.
2024-04-24 00:00
Badanie przeprowadzone przez grupę badawczą Disruptive & Sustainable Technologies for Agricultural Precision (DiSTAP) zaliczaną do grupy Interdyscyplinarnego Zespołu Badawczego (IRG) Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART), przedsięwzięcie badawcze MIT w Singapurze, we współpracy z Laboratorium Naukowym Temasek.
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Origin Fruit Direct is now called 'Origin Fruit Group'.
2024-04-24 00:00
"Origin Fruit Group" is the new name for Origin Fruit Direct, Origin Fruit Services, Origin Direct Asia, and Origin Direct Spain. According to managing director Corné van de Klundert, the name change is aimed at highlighting the family connection. "We want to demonstrate more clearly externally that we are one entity."
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The Kenyan avocado trade with China is thriving thanks to the China International Import Expo (CIIE).
2024-04-24 00:00
In Nakuru County, Kenya, there is an avocado orchard near Lake Naivasha with over 2,500 trees. The farm, owned by Richard Wafula, is currently preparing to ship around 10 containers of fresh avocados to China. While Kenya has been exporting frozen avocados to China since 2019, the CIIE 2022 event will be a significant opportunity for expanded trade.
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"Major grower in Lebanon is looking for collaboration with a fresh produce importer or processor from Northern Europe."
2024-04-24 00:00
Współpracując z doświadczonymi ekspertami PUM, firma Adri Ardak z Libanu poszukuje bliskiej współpracy z importerem lub przetwórcą owoców i warzyw z północnej Europy. Adri Ardak posiada kilka lokalizacji uprawowych i może zaoferować możliwości w centralnej i północnej części Libanu.
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Oranges and mandarins from Egypt and Morocco in Central Asia.
2024-04-24 00:00
On April 23, 2024, during the online training session "How to Export Fruits and Vegetables to Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan from Morocco and Egypt," Yevhen Kuzin, an FAO Consultant and International Produce Analyst, discussed the promising prospects for oranges and mandarins from Egypt.
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Garden A.S., a group established by numerous growers, is one of the most significant examples of the cluster model in Turkey and makes a substantial contribution to both provincial and national economies. Founded by 42 companies and currently actively operated by 36 companies, Garden A.S. has started to expand its operations.
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Analyzing the logistics landscape in India
2024-04-24 00:00
Logistics is a crucial business factor for organizations that supply goods, affecting both cost and time. Recent trends include quick commerce and on-demand delivery. Brands like Domino's and Blinkit have made on-time delivery guarantees a part of their business models. Sustainability is also an important aspect to consider.
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Zespri has temporarily halted the sale of New Zealand kiwifruit in Europe following a warning about mice.
2024-04-24 00:00
Kiwifruit marketer Zespri has announced a one-week delay in the start of its New Zealand export sales in Europe after pests were discovered in the fruit holds of its first new-season charter vessel bound for Zeebrugge.
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The title "Exploring Market Opportunities: Oranges and Mandarins from Egypt and Morocco in Central Asia" remains the same in English.
2024-04-24 00:00
On April 23, 2024, during the online training session "How to Export Fruits and Vegetables to Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan from Morocco and Egypt," Yevhen Kuzin, an FAO Consultant and International Produce Analyst, discussed the promising prospects for oranges and mandarins.
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US: Teachers will have the opportunity to gain an inside look at the horticulture industry.
2024-04-24 00:00
Thirty high school science teachers from across the U.S. are embarking on an immersive summer field trip to horticultural destinations around Indianapolis, gaining valuable hands-on experience and insights into careers within the industry. The field trip is part of Seed to STEM, an educational program aimed at integrating real-world experiences into science curriculum.
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Bananas have long been the dominant player in the global fruit trade. They are also one of the most widely available and consumed fruits year-round in many countries around the world. However, analysts at EastFruit have observed an interesting trend: Central Asian countries appear to have a lukewarm
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Shipments of fruits and nuts from China to Kyrgyzstan increased by 1.6 times in the first quarter of 2024, as reported by the Main Customs Administration of China. During this period, fruits and nuts worth a total of $118.3 million were imported from China to Kyrgyzstan. This included items such as mandarin oranges and walnuts.
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Frutas de Chile strengthens ties with Sichuan
2024-04-23 15:00
Frutas de Chile and Sichuan Port and Shipping Investment Group have signed a memorandum of understanding to promote fruit trade and logistical cooperation between the Chilean fruit industry and the western regions of China.
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Nowy dyrektor generalny Costy rozmawia o przejściu właścicielskim.
2024-04-23 06:00
Costa Group has entered an exciting new phase, according to Chief Executive Marc Werner, as the leading Australian fresh produce company begins to adapt under new ownership.
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Uzbekistan plans to export fruits and vegetables worth over 10 million euros to Bashkortostan, Russia.
2024-04-23 00:00
Uzbekistan is scheduled to supply fruits and vegetables valued at over 10 million euros to Bashkortostan, following a contract signed between the Bashkir enterprise "Eurasia - Ufa" and a sales company from Uzbekistan at the current international exhibition "Innoprom. Central Asia" in Tashkent.
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"Chociaż warunki były doskonałe, sukces w tym sezonie przypisuje się również ciężkiej pracy."
2024-04-23 00:00
The annual apple and pear crop estimate from New Zealand Apples and Pears, released in February 2024, projected a 12% increase in the national crop compared to the 2022 total. This represents a recovery from the significant damage caused by Cyclone Gabrielle to the 2023 crop. Export volume was included in the forecast.
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In New Zealand, the kiwifruit sector is currently undergoing a successful harvest season, thanks to favorable weather conditions, a consistent labor supply, and the high quality of the fruit. Colin Bond, the CEO of NZ Kiwifruit Growers Incorporated (NZKGI), highlighted that the Bay of Plenty region has been observing a continuous and
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