Fresh Point is a Thai exporter of premium fresh fruits and vegetables, established in 1995. The company, which has been in operation for over 25 years, supplies fresh produce to partners across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America under the Fresh Connect brand. "We operate our own farms." read more

A South African exporter supplying to the Middle East and Indian subcontinent is expressing skepticism about the commonly repeated narrative of a surplus of citrus in the Northern Hemisphere at the beginning of South Africa's citrus season. He believes that this narrative is actually wishful thinking. read more

The Potato mop-top virus (PMTV) was recently identified in Northwest Tasmania, marking Australia's initial exposure to the pathogen. For New Zealand growers, this detection serves as a reminder of the significance of maintaining vigilance against a preexisting but well-controlled threat. PMTV was first... read more

Easier phytosanitary protocols concerning citrus black spot could boost South African orange exports to Russia. The Port of St. Petersburg has served as a key entry point for fruit exports from South Africa for the last 15 years. Export data indicates that as of September 1, the beginning of week 34, 5.1 million... read more

Aquilegia oxysepala, the most common columbine species in northeast China, shows great promise for future uses. Understanding the physiological and molecular mechanisms that determine flower coloration is essential for advancing innovative breeding processes. read more

Australian fruit and vegetable production in 2025-26 is expected to decrease, primarily because of limited irrigation access and increased water costs in the Murray-Darling Basin. ABARES predicts that total vegetable production will amount to 3.6 million tons, a 5% decrease compared to last year but consistent with the trend. read more

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spotkał się z prezydentem Rosji Władimirem Putinem i prezydentem Chin Xi Jinpingiem podczas swojej pierwszej wizyty w Chinach od siedmiu lat. Spotkanie odbyło się podczas szczytu Organizacji Współpracy Szanghajskiej (SCO), gdzie trzej liderzy publicznie pojawili się, trzymając się za ręce. Xi...

During his first visit to China in seven years, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The meeting took place at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit, where the three leaders appeared publicly holding hands. Xi... read more

China's grape export season has started. "Red grapes continue to be the most popular variety for export and represent the majority of sales. However, the demand for red grapes has been slow since exports began in June, with sales reaching only about half of previous levels. Customers have become more read more

The mango sector, as reported by reefertrends, collapsed after President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on imports from Brazil. Brazilian producers redirected their shipments to Europe, leading to market saturation, affecting Israeli exports, and. read more

OZblu, the premium blueberry brand owned by United Exports, will introduce a trademarked Chinese brand name 蓝有 (Lán Yǒu) at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025 in Hong Kong. read more

India's grape export industry is preparing for a bright future with the introduction of several new grape varieties that could enhance the country's global presence in the grape market," according to Mr. Rajaram Sangle, Director at fresh produce exporter Sangle Agro Processing Pvt. Ltd. He emphasized, "The 2024-25 season is poised to be a significant opportunity for growth and expansion in this sector." read more

On August 29th, the three-day 2025 China International Fruit Expo (China Fruit) successfully concluded at the Shanghai New International Expo Center. The exhibition showcased the vitality and growth potential of the fruit industry, encompassing cultivation, cold chain logistics, packaging. read more

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has initiated legal action in the Federal Court against four suppliers and three senior executives for suspected price fixing in the supply of fresh vegetables to ALDI, which violates Australia's laws against cartels. read more

Turkey is preparing to introduce a new wholesale market law for the fruit and vegetable trade, replacing the current framework enacted in 2012. Lawmakers are expected to review the draft in the next parliamentary term. The government has presented the reform as a tool to address high prices. read more

Australian-grown produce will be showcased at Asia Fruit Logistica (AFL) 2025, with Hort Innovation coordinating the national representation. The event, taking place from 3 to 5 September at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong, is considered Asia's premier international trade exhibition for fresh fruit and vegetables. read more

Authorities in the state of Pahang in Malaysia have recently taken action to seal off over 10,000 hectares of illegal durian farms located within a forest reserve. This crackdown is part of an ongoing campaign to address land encroachment, known as Ops Sekat. A total of 129 individuals have been detained in connection with this operation. Since the launch of Ops Sekat in April 2025, 12 cases related to this issue have been brought before the court. read more

The avocado harvest season in Israel is starting with steady projections. Exports are estimated to be around 132,000 U.S. tons, similar to last year, with anticipated high prices. This is in contrast to the mango industry, which experienced significant declines following the implementation of tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump. read more

Wzrost eksportu i popytu krajowego stwarzają nowe możliwości dla australijskiego przemysłu awokado. Szef Avocados Australia, John Tyas, powiedział, że produkcja krajowa ma wzrosnąć do 150 000 ton w 2026 roku, co jest podobnym wolumenem jak w ostatnich latach. Zauważył, że konsumpcja krajowa... read more

Given the market's growing dynamism and unpredictability, sector players are analyzing the table grape season in Sicily and Puglia. Among them is Claudio Romano, the sales manager of the Apulian company Petraleon Import-Export and the owner of the consulting firm StarTrade, who has dedicated most of his time to this. read more

Integrow, z siedzibą w Hawkes Bay, Nowa Zelandia, eksportuje jabłka, cebule i dynie. Firma jest również licencjobiorcą nowej i obiecującej odmiany gruszek, Piqa. Z nowymi nasadzeniami dojrzewającymi, w przyszłym roku oczekuje się dużego wzrostu tej odmiany w Chinach. Dla jabłek, kluczowymi odmianami eksportowymi są
read more