The benefits of the New Zealand-European Union Free Trade Agreement for New Zealand's fresh produce exporters have been showcased on the agreement's second anniversary. read more

Indonesia has reported the discovery of three new plant species from the Homalomena genus, which are endemic to the island of Sumatra. This discovery enhances scientific knowledge of tropical biodiversity in Southeast Asia, as stated by TV BRICS. According to ANTARA, the research was spearheaded by Muhammad Rifqi Hariri. read more

The installation of a greenhouse in Saitama, Japan exemplifies how cultivation systems can continue to operate effectively for extended periods. Staal & Plast A/S trays and Danvan A/S equipment have been in use for over 25 years, demonstrating the longevity of these materials. This project showcases the significant impact of careful material selection and proper installation practices. read more

Black truffles are not native to Australia, but since host trees were planted in the 1990s, the industry has developed into the largest producer outside Europe. The first host trees were planted in Tasmania in 1995, with initial harvests in 1999 and exports beginning in 2007. Australia is now the... read more

W roku 2026 zainteresowanie płaskimi nektarynkami rośnie wśród konsumentów i producentów. Według danych EastFruit opartych na danych firmy hodowlanej, płaskie nektarynki stanowią obecnie około 10% sprzedaży materiału sadzeniowego w Europie, wykraczając poza niszę. Wzrost ten wiąże się z kształtem owocu, a także... read more

Eksport Nowej Zelandii do Unii Europejskiej wzrósł o 3 miliardy dolarów amerykańskich w ciągu dwóch lat od podpisania Umowy o Wolnym Handlu między Nową Zelandią a Unią Europejską. Eksport osiągnął wartość 8,8 miliarda dolarów amerykańskich w roku do grudnia 2025 roku, co stanowi wzrost o 29%, czyli prawie 1,9 miliarda dolarów. Dwa lata wcześniej eksport wynosił 5,7 miliarda dolarów. read more

India: Mango Paglu Party
Zepto reported: "The Mango Paglu Party was all about giving our consumers a taste of what Zepto truly stands for - delivering carbide-free, farm-fresh mangoes straight to your doorstep. From Alphonso to Kesar and more, it was a full-blown mango tasting experience for." read more

Sun World International has chosen new licensees in Australia and Italy in order to enhance the performance of its branded fruit programs in global markets. These new licensees will promote Sun World's exclusive grape brands, such as Autumncrisp® and Ruby Rush®. read more

In the midst of increasing momentum in Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations and supply disruptions caused by tensions in West Asia, M B Naqvi, CEO and Chief Coordinator of Fresh Produce India, announced a shift in India's fresh produce trade. The event is scheduled to take place from 29-30 May at CIDCO. read more

Banana exports from India are indeed happening, but not as quickly or smoothly as the market would hope. Ajinkya Takik from Delight Fresh Produce Pvt. Ltd., a Maharashtra-based exporter, explains, "Our exports are progressing, but they are being hindered by various external factors." The current volumes are being sent to Syria, read more

Iran’s agricultural sector is well acquainted with the impact of external influences, as long-standing international sanctions and logistical challenges have significantly restricted the country’s ability to access global markets. read more

T&G Global has announced that it is in discussions to sell its New Zealand fresh produce business to the Turner family, the original founding family of T&G. Additionally, it plans to sell its Fijian and Pacific businesses to Bidfood. The company highlighted that any transaction is subject to finalizing the sale. read more

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The major international berry company Costa has recently completed the first production season for its new growing operation in Laos. They have successfully made trial shipments of blueberries to a number of South-East Asian markets. read more

The Israeli citrus season is approaching its final stage, according to Betsalel Ohana, the export manager of Planet Israel Farms. "As we enter the last few weeks of the 2026 citrus season, the Israeli Orri Jaffa mandarin continues to establish itself as the top choice for easy-peeling citrus fruits, despite..." read more

China's rapid growth in blueberry production is causing prices to decline and reshaping the dynamics of the global berry market, as reported by EastFruit. This shift is seen as a pivotal moment for emerging suppliers like Ukraine, Georgia, Morocco, and others in the global blueberry industry. read more

At the Opening Ceremony of the 9th World Garden Show in Haining, China on April 28, Hongyue, a company in China's home gardening industry, signed exclusive strategic partnership agreements with Harkness Roses (UK) and J. Berry Nursery (USA) in Hangzhou. This collaboration represents a significant milestone in the industry. read more

Uon Robotics, firma z branży robotycznej będąca spółką zależną od SisonAI, ogłosiła 30 kwietnia, że zakończyła prace rozwojowe nad wielofunkcyjnym chwytakiem robotycznym z trzema palcami opartym na technologii rozpoznawania obiektów niestrukturalnych oraz sztucznej inteligencji fizycznej, i przygotowała się do wprowadzenia go na rynek. System łączy technologię widzenia AI. read more

Sunflower harvesting is in full swing in the Khulna region of Bangladesh, with 64 percent of the crop already harvested as of Tuesday in the current rabi season (2025-26). Fields across the region are now bright yellow with blooming sunflowers, bringing hope to farmers. read more

British Apples & Pears Limited (BAPL) has commissioned an independent analysis to assess the impact of the current conflict in Iran on production costs for British apple and pear growers. According to Andersons Midlands, inflation since 1 March 2026 has added £31.30 per ton to the cost of. read more