Asia & Oceania

"When it froze in Turkey in April, we already knew that the apricot supply this year would be a complete disaster. We anticipated this by diverting to Tajikistan," says Richard Strijbis of Tovano, a wholesaler of nuts and southern fruits in Maasdijk. This situation fits into a pattern observed in recent years. read more

The Blueberry brand OZblu, managed by United Exports, will be unveiling its new Chinese brand name, 蓝有 (Lán Yǒu), at the 2025 Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong. This name aims to enhance OZblu's market position in China while maintaining alignment with its worldwide image. The characters 蓝 read more

The Provincial Court of Valencia has sentenced a woman who defrauded Frutas Iberos SL, where she served as financial director, of more than 154,000 euros to two years in prison and a fine of 1,620 euros. The final sentence was issued after the parties reached an agreement during the trial held. read more

According to the National Statistics Committee, Uzbekistan exported 87.9 thousand tons of peaches, worth $80.5 million, to 15 foreign countries during the first seven months of 2025. The main export destinations were: Russia: 69,900 tons Kazakhstan: 13,100 tons Kyrgyzstan: 4,000 tons Belarus: read more

W dniu 1 września 2025 r. Minister ds. Przemysłu i Handlu T.G. Bharath ogłosił, że rząd stanowy wesprze plantatorów cebuli, inicjując skup poprzez Markfed. Decyzja została podjęta po tym, jak rolnicy zgłosili trudności w otrzymywaniu opłacalnych cen. Podczas swojej wizyty... read more

The current avocado season in Peru has been characterized by a delayed start compared to last year, increased export volumes, and a recovery in prices following weeks of intense pressure. While Europe continues to be the main market, Peruvian exporters are focusing on expanding their presence in Asia and adjusting to new… read more

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