"Issue Statement: Shortage of fresh coconuts in Sri Lanka has not affected the coco coir industry, assures Shan Halamba from Riococo. Despite production decline, there is ample supply to meet demand," says Shan Halamba from Riococo, adding that even with domestic fluctuations. read more

The first "Central Asia – European Union" summit took place in Samarkand under the theme "Investing in the Future." The event included the participation of representatives from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the European Investment Bank. read more

Chapainawabganj, known as the mango hub of Bangladesh, received rainfall on Sunday night after a long period of drought, providing much-needed relief to local mango growers. The district received multiple rounds of rain starting around midnight, easing concerns related to the drought. Farmers pointed out that mango is the read more

In the 14th week of 2025, there was a significant increase in fresh produce activity on the EastFruit Trade Platform. The number of listings went up by 10%, mainly due to a rise in offers from Uzbekistan, as well as increased activity from Ukraine, Egypt, and Iran. Contributions also resumed during this period. read more

As a step towards revitalizing the floriculture sector in the district, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM), Field Station Bonera, Pulwama organized a Tulip Show on April 3. CSIR-IIIM has initiated a strategic program for. read more

Raimund Jehle, Regional Programme Leader for Europe and Central Asia at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), recently completed a visit to Ukraine with a focus on strengthening strategic cooperation and advocating for the organization’s Emergency and Early Recovery plan. read more

Citrus Australia has expressed its disappointment at the Trump administration’s decision to impose a 10 per cent tariff on Australian citrus exports. read more

New Zealand achieved a new export record during the 2024-25 cherry season, exporting 5.07 million tonnes, surpassing the previous high of 4.2 million tonnes set in 2017-18. read more

This week, Donald Trump has initiated a global trade war that, in the case of the European Union, will lead to a 20% increase in tariffs on European products being exported to the U.S. However, as Ursula von der Leyen has been emphasizing for days and as she has just reaffirmed in a statement from the European Commission... read more

Latvia has extended the ban on importing fresh fruits and vegetables from Russia and Belarus until July 1, 2026. The extension of the restrictions, which have been in effect since March 8, 2023, was approved by the Saeima (Latvian Parliament), according to the parliament's press service. read more

The introduction of a 27 percent import duty by the Trump administration on Indian goods has sparked worries among apple and walnut growers in Kashmir. These growers are concerned that the Indian government may lower import duties on these fruits to negotiate better terms with the US, potentially affecting... read more

Romano, a daughter, graduated in law and qualified to practice as a lawyer, after experiences in leading law firms specializing in commercial and labor law, Caponi joined Palazzo della Valle in 1988, where he held various roles over the years in the field of labor policies. read more

Europejski sektor detaliczny i hurtowy wzywa do szybkich rozmów handlowych UE-USA. EuroCommerce donosi: "EuroCommerce nalega na natychmiastowe negocjacje handlowe między UE a USA w celu rozwiązania nieuzasadnionych taryf celnych na import z UE. Te taryfy podtrzymują inflację i podnoszą ceny, zwiększając presję na europejskich detalistów i hurtowników, którzy..." read more

A new series of agricultural insurance products targeting smallholder farmers and orchard growers has been introduced in Tashkent. This initiative is being carried out by the National Agency for Perspective Projects, the Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan, and the United Nations Development Programme. read more

Sumit Bhujbal, the Business Development Manager of Indian fresh produce exporter Shubham Enterprises, mentions that the pomegranate season in India is going well, with production levels similar to last year. He states, "The pomegranate season in India is progressing smoothly. Our shipments are actively." read more

Roses, recognized as symbols of love, friendship, and peace, have a prominent place in floriculture around the world. Revered as the "King of Flowers" in India and the "Queen of Flowers" in Europe, their historical significance in India can be traced back to ancient distillation practices. read more

Around ten days ago, farmers in Uzbekistan's southernmost Surkhandarya region, which is renowned for supplying the country's earliest vegetables to local and international markets, began harvesting early winter onions. These onions have already been introduced to markets in Surkhandarya and neighboring areas. read more

The Chettikulam small onion, grown in the Alathur and Perambalur blocks of India, has been granted the GI tag, a move that has been well received by local farmers. This variety, cultivated in 18 villages, is characterized by its pinkish outer skin and pungent flavor, attributed to the sulphur-rich soil in the region. read more

Cargo-partner Mexico has expanded its air freight services to improve connectivity between Mexico and key international markets, including Europe and Asia. The company now offers regular air consolidation services from Frankfurt, Hungary, Austria, and most recently, China and Hong Kong. read more

Australian almond growers are in a good position to benefit from the ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China. The current global political situation provides Australian producers with an opportunity to take advantage of the existing free trade agreement with China. With the US imposing significant tariffs on Chinese... read more