T&G Global Limited ("T&G" or the "Company") has announced that it is in talks to sell its New Zealand fresh produce business to the Turner family and its Fijian and Pacific businesses to Bidfood. Any potential deal is still contingent on finalizing the sale and purchase agreements and meeting specific conditions. read more

As lemons in the Southern Hemisphere enter their harvest season, global supply and demand dynamics are undergoing significant changes. This year, the concentrated arrival of lemons from Chile, South Africa, and Argentina has increased overall supply, while the upcoming new season in China is read more

The Turkish province of Bartın is on its way to becoming an important player in the cultivation of organic aronia berries, according to Cengiz Bostanci, an agricultural engineer working in Bartın province. "In an era of increasing global interest in functional foods and organic products, Bartın is positioning itself as a key player in this market," he said. read more

AgroFresh Solutions opened its new Asia Pacific Research & Development Centre in Yangling, China on 28 April, marking a new milestone in the company’s investment in fresh produce through science-driven innovation, practical solutions, and sustainable impact. read more

A farm on the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City has successfully grown Miyazaki mangoes and recently completed its first harvest. The farm, situated in An Nhơn Tây Commune, is specializing in the Red Sun variety. The locally grown fruits are being sold at 20 to 25 percent of the price of imported mangoes, offering a more affordable option for consumers. read more

Egypt has re-established itself as a major supplier of bananas to Jordan, achieving record export volumes in 2025, according to EastFruit. Last year, Jordan imported 5,250 tons of Egyptian bananas, valued at USD 3.4 million. This represents an 8.5-fold increase over 2024 and exceeds the combined read more

A 250-hectare apple orchard is being developed in Mid-Canterbury by the New Zealand Super Fund, with an investment of US$72 million. The site near Pendarves, managed by FarmRight, was previously a dairy operation with 1,200 cows and is being divided into an orchard and 165 hectares for a 600-cow dairy operation. read more

India's mango market is expanding beyond popular varieties like Alphonso and Kesar, with increasing interest from buyers in Europe and the Gulf for lesser-known Indian varieties, according to Rituraj Shukla from Vaanya Fruit, a premium mango brand owned by Nirvana Niche Products Private Limited. "If you're looking for a point of differentiation, India has a diverse range of mango varieties to offer," he said. read more

India's pomegranate exports are increasing again, with Southeast Asia capturing a larger share of demand while Gulf routes slowly recover after disruptions linked to war, according to Abhijeet from Elevex Ventures, an exporter engaged in the India-Gulf-South Asia trade corridor. "In March, exports into... read more

ncreasing pressure, volatile weather conditions, and shrinking profit margins are putting the Australian melon sector to the test. Melons Australia CEO Johnathon Davey has cautioned that some growers are scaling back production due to the growing uncertainty. "There is no doubt that export markets are under read more

The agricultural sector in Turkey has entered the new season after last year's frost event, which impacted 16 products in 65 out of the country's 81 provinces. Producers are currently working on recovery efforts while adapting to the changing climate conditions. Initial field data suggest a varied recovery process. read more

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The horticulture sector in Kenya is expected to achieve increased revenues from avocado exports in 2026, with projected earnings of KES 25.4 billion (US$170 million). This growth is attributed to a 22% rise in production volumes and improved market access in countries like India, China, and the United Arab Emirates. read more

The conflict in the Middle East represents a significant risk to the supply of pistachios, as well as a factor supporting prices. Iran, in fact, exports 27% of the global pistachio supply, ranking second after the United States, with main destinations including ... read more

The National Research Centre for Bananas in Tiruchy has initiated a Banana Field Gene Bank project aimed at conserving genetic resources and preventing the loss of banana varieties. Farmers growing unique banana varieties can enroll with the center, where researchers will preserve and maintain these varieties. read more

75% of patents for gene-edited seeds now belong to China. The ongoing restrictions on the development of New Genomic Techniques (NGTs) in the European Union have likely played a significant role in the shift of leadership in plant breeding innovation in less than a decade. read more

India's apple industry is on the verge of a significant transformation driven by genetics, with the introduction of new club varieties and high-density orchards expected to significantly increase yields and fruit quality. This insight comes from Amit Bhardwaj of Seven Star Fruits Pvt. Ltd, a member of the Associated International Group of Nurseries, Inc. (AIGN). read more

AgroFresh Solutions Inc. has opened its new Asia Pacific Research & Development Center in Yangling, an agricultural research hub in China. The center was inaugurated by CEO Han Kieftenbeld and showcases the company's continued commitment to fresh produce through research, innovative solutions, and sustainability initiatives. read more

75% of patents for gene-edited seeds are currently held by China. The ongoing restrictions in the European Union on the development of NGTs, or New Genomic Techniques, have likely played a significant role in the shift of leadership in plant breeding innovation in less than a decade. read more