Asia & Oceania

Bracia Matthew and Henry Prichard, piątego pokolenia rolników z Cudgen w Nowej Południowej Walii, opracowują nową technologię zbioru, której celem jest zmniejszenie uszkodzeń słodkich ziemniaków podczas przetwarzania po zbiorze. Obecnie rozwijane urządzenia mają na celu zminimalizowanie obtarć i... read more

According to the latest analysis by Avobook, as reported by Freshfruitportal.com, October ended with a global avocado market in balance, where demand and supply met harmoniously after months of fluctuations. The increasing demand from Northern countries intersected with the tail. read more

While grape exports from Nashik, India's primary production region, were steady during the 2024-25 season, prolonged and unseasonal rainfall since May has resulted in extensive damage to orchards. Nashik, renowned as the "grape capital," has witnessed approximately 60,000 hectares of perennial fruit crops being affected. read more

Growy Singapore has entered provisional liquidation, signaling the closure of its 8,000 square meter vertical farm near Changi Airport. This comes less than a year after the farm was officially launched in November 2024. The decision was disclosed in a statutory declaration submitted by director Ramasamy Chockalingam on October 28. read more

The 5th International Symposium on Orchidaceae was successfully held in Xiamen, Fujian from October 24 to 27. Co-organized by Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, the Orchid Branch of the Chinese Botanical Society, and the Orchid Industry Innovation Alliance, the event brought read more

The world of blueberries is literally growing. Year after year, growers compete in creating larger and more durable varieties. The latest record was set in Australia, with the title of the world's largest blueberry going to the Eterna variety. But before that happened... read more

The Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Philippines plans to implement a Maximum Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for imported red onions to tackle overpricing in local markets, even with a stable supply. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. mentioned in an interview that the price cap could be introduced. read more

Chile is poised to become the first country to implement electronic phytosanitary certification for fruit exports to China. read more

Avocados Australia has announced the appointment of Audra Morrice – a celebrated chef and judge on MasterChef Asia and Singapore – as its new international culinary ambassador. read more

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan's exports of onions and garlic have decreased by over five times, according to the National Statistics Committee. From January to August, the country exported 4,055 tonnes valued at $1.65 million, in comparison to 21,223 tonnes valued at $10.9 million during the same period last year. read more

Kyrgyzstan is aiming to enhance the processing of agricultural products and is looking to exchange experiences with Hungary, stated Temir Sariev, President of the Kyrgyz Chamber of Commerce and Industry. This announcement was made during the Kyrgyz-Hungarian Forum on Food Industry Development. read more

The latest analysis by Fepex on United Nations data shows an expanding market: in 2024, global exports of fresh fruit and vegetables reached 148 million tonnes, a 2% increase compared to the previous year. read more

Mr. Pravin Changdevrao Wankhade of fresh produce exporter Universe Exports mentioned that India has a strong availability of onions in key growing regions such as Nashik, Ahmednagar, Pune, Jalgaon in Maharashtra, as well as Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Karnataka. According to him, there is consistent harvesting and smooth supply of onions in these regions. read more

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh has stated that the bio-potential of India's Northeast region offers significant promise for the country's economic development. He made these remarks during the "Stakeholder-cum-Awareness Meet" where Quality Planting Materials were distributed under the CSIR–Aroma Mission and CSIR–Floriculture initiatives. read more

Valencia oranges imported from Egypt and South Africa had a tough season in India this year, according to Shakeel Ahmed of Mahira International. "The number of imports increased significantly, with nearly 500 to 600 extra containers arriving compared to the previous year. However, the fruit did not sell as expected. read more

At Agbiz's Media Information Day on October 23, 2025, held in the Western Cape, Wolfe Braude, the Agbiz Fruit Desk Manager, emphasized South Africa's fruit export performance and trade diversification. Braude mentioned that 36% of fruit exports are destined for the European Union, 17% for Asia, 15% for the Middle read more

The cherry production season in the Coquimbo Region has begun with a positive outlook, making this fruit an important option for diversifying local agricultural exports. Due to the region's favorable climate, the harvest starts earlier than in other regions, allowing early fruits to reach international markets. read more

Platypus, a materials startup based in Israel that specializes in sustainable pest control, has won the Bernard Blum Award for Innovation in Biocontrol. The award was presented during the ABIM congress in Basel and recognizes new solutions that promote the transition to biological crop protection. read more

An avocado farmer in the Central Highlands of Papua New Guinea has once again harvested fruit from trees he planted back in 2022. He is interested in propagating this avocado variety further in his nursery and planting it on a larger scale to ensure year-round production. Solepa Aganisafa from Goroka is spearheading this effort. read more