Asia & Oceania

Intelligent technologies are being increasingly applied in protected agriculture in Shouguang, China, one of the country's main vegetable production regions. The 27th China (Shouguang) International Vegetable Science and Technology Expo, running from April 20 to May 30, is showcasing the use of these technologies. read more

Zespri presents Grown for Good, the new global communication platform through which the New Zealand group enhances its positioning on natural nutrition and the value generated along the entire kiwifruit supply chain. read more

The Port of Antwerp-Bruges is positioning itself as an innovation platform for autonomous transport, focusing on the commercial deployment of autonomous trucks within ports and along logistics corridors. The port authority states that autonomous trucks are already in commercial operation in China and... read more

The Greek apricot season is moving forward with prices decreasing, however, exports have not been able to expand further than neighboring countries to Greece, and securing prominent positions on retailers' shelves has been a challenge. Mr. Dimitris Tsiranidis, sales manager of the new company Apella from Imathia, read more

On the last day of Agritechnica & Hortex 2026, the theme "Bridging Dutch Expertise with ASEAN Horticulture Needs" provided the framework for a comprehensive discussion on how the Netherlands can assist ASEAN-5 countries - Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Vietnam - as they move towards greater. read more

The mango season in India has not been easy this year, with challenges arising as early as December, according to Sourabh Jaiswal, Business Development Manager for Indian produce exporter KK Star. "Overall, the mango season in India is progressing slowly this time. It's also been quite challenging." read more

The supply of blueberries is stable and increasing as more domestic regions start production. Currently, blueberries are being sourced from Mexico, Georgia, and California, which is helping to make them more consistently available. Mexico is providing a steady volume, while Georgia had some early weather challenges. read more

On the last day of Agritechnica & Hortex 2026, the theme "Bridging Dutch Expertise with ASEAN Horticulture Needs" set the stage for a comprehensive discussion on how the Netherlands can assist the ASEAN-5 countries - Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Vietnam - in their shift towards more sustainable horticulture practices. read more

Younger demographics, health and wellness trends, and the expansion of digital trade in South-East Asia were key topics discussed at the Asia Fruit Logistica SE Asia Meet Up on May 18, 2026 - indicating new opportunities for brand growth throughout the region. read more

A five-day training program on enhanced production technologies in floriculture was launched at the KVK Office Conference Hall in Wokha on May 18. The program is funded under the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) project "Strengthening Tribal Farming Systems Through a Critical Input Support System and… read more

Jako że rozpoczął się sezon na mango, ceny jabłek w Indiach zaczęły spadać, gdyż konsumpcja znacząco zmalała - powiedział Prashant Gidwani, założyciel indyjskiego importera owoców Fresh Fruit Alliances: "Ceny jabłek są na najniższym poziomie od początku tego sezonu. Jednym z głównych powodów jest mango. read more

The greenhouse cucumber industry in Japan is placing a growing emphasis on enhancing productivity, yield consistency, and resource efficiency within protected cultivation systems. One significant ongoing project in this field is the Yume Farm ZEN-NOH Project, spearheaded by ZEN-NOH (National Federation of Agricultural Cooperative Associations). read more

New Zealand Cherry Corp is leaving the cherry export market after 25 years to concentrate on property development related to its Shannon Farm subdivision in Cromwell. The company, established by Henry van der Velden and the late Bob Robertson, runs what they call the largest cherry orchard in the country. read more

Anyone following the grape sector in India during the 2025-26 season was aware that it was a challenging year for farmers and exporters. Prolonged heavy rains towards the end of 2025 in key growing regions like Nashik's Satara and Dindori belts led to a 45-55% reduction in yields. While the impact was most severe on traditional grape varieties, newer patented species also faced difficulties. read more

Jalisco is increasing its investment in promoting international trade and diversifying exports as agricultural producers aim to reduce their reliance on the U.S. market and expand their access to Asia and Europe. This strategy is being coordinated by Sader Jalisco and the Agricultural and Agroindustrial Development. read more

Georgia's peach season started in early May, about ten days earlier than usual. "We are excited to be up and running and it's great to have an early start," says Will McGehee with Genuine Georgia, representing Georgia's peach growers. The early start is due to an unusually dry March and April. read more

Move over matcha - it's Ube's time! SPAR reported: 'The "ube trend" refers to the global rise in popularity of ube (pronounced oo-beh), a bright purple yam from the Philippines. Ube has long been a staple in Filipino desserts such as ube halaya, halo-halo, cakes, and breads. Its deep violet color and unique flavor have captured the attention of food enthusiasts around the world. read more

The second day of HortEx and AGRITECHNICA ASIA in Bangkok, Thailand, was dedicated to precision cultivation systems, plant nutrition, and monitoring technologies. Technical conferences and discussions on the exhibition floor brought together growers, suppliers, and researchers to explore practices in protected cultivation. read more

Tudana, producent truskawek z Turkmenistanu, zakończył pierwszą wysyłkę eksportową świeżych truskawek do Dubaju, Zjednoczonych Emiratów Arabskich. Zakłady produkcyjne firmy znajdują się w dystrykcie Ak Bugday w regionie Ahal. Według przedstawiciela firmy, producent również eksploruje read more

The Ministry of Transport in China has imposed fines on nine international container shipping lines and seven domestic non-vessel operating common carriers (NVOCCs) for violations related to freight rate filings. Some of the shipping companies mentioned include MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company and CMA CGM Group. read more