Utah runner Jordan Maddocks reclaimed his Guinness World Record for the fastest marathon run in a fruit costume at the 2025 Boston Marathon. Dressed as a banana, Maddocks completed the race in 2:33:19, surpassing the previous record of 2:35:38 set by Matthew Seidel in 2024. Maddocks originally read more

Ellison Horticultural has over 20 years of experience in shipping seeds and seedlings worldwide. The company is now expanding its product range and shipping capabilities. Ellison Horticultural has built a reputation for shipping the highest quality Kentia (Howea forsteriana) seedlings from Australia to Europe. read more

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Według danych FAOSTAT przeanalizowanych przez Hortoinfo, w 2023 roku Turcja wyprzedziła Hiszpanię pod względem sprzedaży ogórków. W 2021 i 2022 roku, pomimo mniejszego zbioru, wartość sprzedaży hiszpańskich była wyższa. Wartości są wyrażone w dolarach amerykańskich i zostały przeliczone na euro dla ułatwienia porównań. W 2023 roku, read more

Analysts from EastFruit have studied the impact of 2025 weather conditions on the sweet and sour cherry harvests in Eastern Europe and Turkey, which are significant exporters of these fruits. The region experienced heavy frost in April, resulting in a decrease in production. The extent of the damage varied, but the latest estimates are concerning. read more

Pomimo trwających napięć geopolitycznych, Rosja nadal pozostaje głównym importerem mandarynek z południowokoreańskiej wyspy Jeju. Według Korea Citrus Export Corporation (KCEC), Rosja stanowiła 53% eksportu cytrusów z wyspy w ubiegłym roku, otrzymując 1775 metrycznych ton spośród ogólnej.

Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, Russia continues to be the primary importer of tangerines from South Korea's Jeju Island. According to the Korea Citrus Export Corporation (KCEC), Russia accounted for 53% of the island's citrus exports last year, receiving 1,775 metric tons out of a total. read more

The cherry harvest started a few days ago in the hills of Cesena, beginning with the earliest varieties. According to price lists released by the Bologna market organization, wholesale prices range from €5 to €10 per kilogram, depending on the size and quality of the fruit. Loris Babbini from Le read more

On Thursday, May 15, 2025, Sakata inaugurated a new research station in Gaziler, located in the Kepez district of Antalya, Turkey. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Şakir Fırat Erkal, Antalya Provincial Director of Agriculture and Forestry; Dr. Hüseyin Çancı, Assistant Dean of the read more

A new variety called "Tupai King," also known as Squirrel King, is making a name for itself in the competitive premium durian market. Originating from Penang, Malaysia, Tupai King is attracting attention for its distinct sweet flavor. Despite its unattractive appearance, this variety stands out due to its delicious taste, generating interest in... read more

Sri Lanka exports 85% of its mangoes to West Asia, with shipments rising over the past five years. Mango cultivation expanded by 11% from 2015 to 2022, reaching 31,000 hectares, and production increased by 30% to 193,000 metric tons. Australia's Market Development Facility (MDF) recently hosted read more

Tajikistan is currently experiencing the beginning of its early cherry harvest, with farmers reporting a bountiful crop of large fruits. The current prices at local markets are around US$1.10 to US$1.80 per kilogram, which is a decrease of about US$0.30 to US$0.45 compared to last year. Harvesting activities are in full swing. read more

The BDP chairwoman Stephanie Franck emphasized: "Sustainable agriculture requires plant breeding. At the same time, the further development of agricultural and food systems urgently requires economic viability. Yield strength and environmental compatibility are the foundation of this." read more

The kiwifruit company Zespri has shared additional information about its recent consumer marketing campaign in Asia, aiming to connect with a wider audience of health-conscious consumers in various markets in the region. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association ANZ (IFPA ANZ) has appointed Lynch Group Australia CEO David Di Pietro and Steritech fresh produce business manager Ben Reilly to its board of directors. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association ANZ (IFPA ANZ) has announced the appointment of two new board members, David Di Pietro, CEO of Lynch Group Australia, and Ben Reilly, fresh produce business manager at Steritech. The appointments were confirmed during the IFPA ANZ's annual general meeting. read more

The Yunnan Province, a significant supplier of flowers in southwest China, has reported a strong export performance of fresh-cut flowers in the first four months of this year, according to data from Kunming Customs released on Friday. The export value of Yunnan's fresh-cut flowers reached 360 million yuan (approximately 50.04 million U.S. dollars) during this period. read more

Turkey, the world's leading apricot producer, is experiencing a shift in its market dynamics following severe frosts in April 2025, as reported by EastFruit. This climatic event is expected to impact apricot pricing across the EU, USA, Middle East, and Central Asia, with countries like Ukraine,... read more

The online ticket shop for Asia Fruit Logistica is now officially open. Asia's premier fresh fruit and vegetable trade show is back in Hong Kong on 3–5 September 2025, bringing the global fresh produce business together and showcasing the entire value chain. Visitors to Asia Fruit Logistica read more

Drewry's Intra-Asia Container Index (IACI) saw a 7% decrease in early May, dropping to $656 per 40ft container after two consecutive periods of increase. Despite this decline, the IACI is still 11% higher compared to May 2024. Drewry predicts that intra-Asia freight rates will continue to trend. read more

In the first quarter of 2025, the Republic of Uzbekistan exported 325 tonnes of garlic, generating $816,400 in revenue, according to data released by the State Statistics Committee of Uzbekistan. Compared to the same period in 2024, shipments rose by 72.4 tonnes, representing a growth rate of 28.7%. read more