Asia & Oceania

The apple sector in Himachal Pradesh, the Indian region historically most dedicated to this crop, is in serious trouble due to a dramatic production season. In areas with higher agricultural density, in fact, there are production collapses reaching nearly 70%. As reported read more

The Hellooo brand, owned by the prominent Australian produce supplier Grape Co Australia, has obtained exclusive rights to grow and market top gold-fleshed kiwi varieties from the breeder SINO-NZ Innovation. read more

The Helloo brand, owned by the prominent Australian produce supplier Grape Co Australia, has obtained the exclusive rights to grow and market top gold-fleshed kiwi varieties from the breeder SINO-NZ Innovation. read more

Australian marketer Grape Co Australia is making a significant leap into the premium gold kiwifruit market by obtaining exclusive rights in Australia for a new variety. This strategic move aims to develop a local industry that can rival imported fruit from New Zealand, according to Grape Co Australia director Adrian Caia. read more

Sri Ramanjunaiah, a progressive farmer from Yettinahalli village in Pavagada Taluk of Tumakuru district, Karnataka, has emerged as a role model in commercial floriculture through the successful cultivation of tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa), popularly known as rajnigandha. read more

European retail procurement in the peach and nectarine category is increasingly focused on supply stability, traceability, shelf life, cold chain management, packaging, and compliance with retailer specifications, according to David Saakyan, founder of BellyBella Fruit Company. "EU retailers" read more

Farmers in Nabinagar upazila in Bangladesh are increasing the cultivation of the Okinawa sweet potato variety as demand and yields continue to rise. The Japanese variety was first introduced on an experimental basis around three years ago. During the current season, cultivation expanded to nearly 30 acres. read more

For the eighth time, the horticultural trade show HortEx is about to kick off. But for the first time, this event will take place in Bangkok, Thailand. Scheduled from 20 to 22 May 2026 at BITEC, Bangkok, and co-located with Agritechnica ASIA, HortEx 2026 is set to offer opportunities for knowledge sharing, collaboration, and networking. read more

Chiński rynek cebuli znajduje się obecnie w szczycie sezonu eksportowego, obserwuje się wyraźny trend zróżnicowania odmian. Według Pana Wanga z firmy Jining Shangzhuo Food Co., Ltd., ogólna podaż cebuli żółtej w Chinach jest w tym roku wystarczająca, a ceny pozostają stabilne. read more

European diplomats visited the Bay of Plenty in New Zealand this week to assess the trade growth resulting from the European Union-New Zealand free trade agreement. The horticulture sector was singled out as one of the industries benefitting from expanded market opportunities. Lawrence Meredith headed the delegation, which consisted of read more

Hitesh Limani of Agrodome Projects LLP, a protective cultivation and greenhouse manufacturer, states that India's domestic blueberry sector has transitioned from pilot-scale experiments to a more commercially viable stage in the last three years. He also mentioned that the industry has experienced a significant shift following the COVID-19 pandemic. read more

Australian marketer Grape Co Australia is taking a significant step towards promoting premium gold kiwifruit by obtaining exclusive Australian rights to a new variety. This move aims to develop a local industry that can rival imported New Zealand fruit. Grape Co Australia director Adrian Caia stated that... read more

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The chief executive of T&G Global has welcomed a proposed update to New Zealand's legal protections for plant varieties. read more

India's first full-time secretary of the Planning Commission and 1936-batch ICS officer Tribhuvan Prasad Singh, also known as TP Singh, has a new variety of rose named after him. This rose, called "Tribhuvan," was developed by K S Gopalaswamiengar, a leading nursery and rose breeder in South Asia. read more

India's imported apple trade is facing challenges this season due to the delayed and heat-affected Iranian fruit, which is impacting prices and margins, according to Pankaj Kondhalkar from A1 Products, an importer based in Navi Mumbai. "For Iranian containers, many exporters and investors are anticipating losses of around 50% this year," read more

This May, Orchid Conservation Chelsea - an international partnership of orchid experts including many from the UK, China, and the USA - will come together at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show to showcase the beauty, diversity, and critical conservation needs of one of the most extraordinary plant families on the planet. read more

The sector of Ecuadorian pitahaya has experienced significant growth in recent years, with our sales consistently increasing annually. We currently export to around 15 countries across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America. Some of our primary markets include Hong Kong, Singapore, the United States. read more

Ambius recently transported a historic sapling tree to Wagner College on Staten Island on behalf of the Anne Frank Center USA, marking the latest chapter in an ongoing partnership between the two organizations. The sapling was picked up from Vallonia Nursery in Indiana and transported to Wagner. read more

Indian fresh produce exporters are facing increasing pressure to increase the volume of their products while reducing costs. They are navigating crowded cold chains and looking for ways to use less plastic without compromising the shelf-life or appearance of their products. "Traditional packaging such as clamshells and trays often take up unnecessary space in cartons and pallets, leading exporters to" read more