Chaos and uncertainty have spread throughout much of the Middle East following attacks by the US and Israel on Iran, which led to retaliatory strikes across the region and threats against the crucial shipping channel of the Strait of Hormuz. read more

Konflikt na Bliskim Wschodzie spowodował zator kontenerów z świeżymi produktami w Indiach, ponieważ linie żeglugowe zawiesiły usługi. read more

A major new project has been launched to provide Australian horticulture with unparalleled access to global trade intelligence. The three-year initiative aims to make reliable data easily accessible to decision-makers, enhancing Australia's competitive edge in international markets and fostering growth. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association Australia New Zealand (IFPA A-NZ) and Produce Plus Magazine are delighted to announce that entries are now open for the 2026 Marketer of the Year Award (MOYA). read more

Avocados Australia, the peak body representing Australian avocado growers, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Monash University Malaysia and a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with UOW Malaysia, reinforcing collaboration in nutrition education, culinary innovation, and industry. read more

Avocados Australia, the peak body representing Australian avocado growers, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Monash University Malaysia and a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with UOW Malaysia, reinforcing collaboration in nutrition education, culinary innovation, and industry. read more

Prashant Gidwani, founder of the Indian fruit importer Fresh Fruit Alliances, stated that the overall import of apples to India was going relatively well. According to him, "The market for importing apples has certainly gained momentum since January. We are seeing a healthier appetite for volume, and the overall sentiment." read more

On Saturday, 28th February, Israeli and American forces carried out strikes on targets in Iran, resulting in the death of Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Khamenei. In retaliation, Iran launched drone and missile attacks not only on Israeli and American military bases but also on energy facilities. read more

Turkey exported around 80 million flowers to 35 countries, mainly to the Netherlands and the UK, for International Women's Day on March 8, as reported by Anadolu. The main varieties being prepared include carnations and hyacinths. Ismail Yilmaz, chair of the Ornamental Plants and Products Exporters' Association, mentioned that the demand for flowers has been high for this occasion. read more

Niedawne ulewy monsunowe miały niepożądany wpływ na australijskie uprawy melonów, spodziewane są straty. Johnathon Davey, dyrektor generalny Melons Australia, ciała przemysłu melonowego, mówi: "Melony to uprawa pustynna. Dobrze rosną w suchym upale, dostając wodę systemem kroplowym. Nie radzą sobie w ogóle dobrze." read more

In response to the current security situation in the Middle East, we would like to inform our customers about our inland cargo solutions to Iraq. Our Tiger and Phoenix services provide competitive transit times for cargo from Asia to Turkey. Additionally, we offer support for merchants and are inspired to enhance our services further. read more

Wzrost eksportu mrożonych owoców z Kirgistanu był znaczący w 2025 roku, przy całkowitej wysyłce sięgającej 6 909 ton o wartości 20,85 miliona dolarów, w porównaniu do 2 252 ton o wartości 3,84 miliona dolarów w 2024 roku, według danych Komitetu Statystycznego. Rosja pozostała największym odbiorcą. read more

Z okazji Dnia Kobiet, Kirgistan odnotował sezonowy wzrost importu świeżych kwiatów. Według serwisu prasowego Państwowej Służby Celnego Kirgistanu, do kraju dostarczono już ponad 4 miliony kwiatów. Od początku lutego było to 4,07 miliona. read more

Konflikt w Iranie ma poważne konsekwencje dla międzynarodowego sektora transportu, wpływając na włoskich i europejskich eksporterów owoców i warzyw. Riccardo Martini, dyrektor generalny firmy DCS Tramaco, włoskiej firmy specjalizującej się w transporcie produktów rolno-spożywczych drogą morską, opisuje obecną sytuację. read more

Bangladeshi wholesalers are showing a preference for Royal Gala, Golden Delicious, and paper bag Fuji apples in sizes 138-198 due to their vibrant color and unique taste, according to Monjur Humayun of RKA International, a fresh produce importer operating in Bangladesh and Poland. "Royal Gala from South read more

"The situation in Dubai is not as serious as portrayed by the Italian media. We feel reassured by the country's anti-missile defenses, even though we cannot have the same peace of mind as before. Contrary to some beliefs, there are no bombings here, as the Iranian targets are the American bases located at." read more

Bananas—the most widely consumed fruit in the world and loved by young and old alike—are under growing pressure. Black Sigatoka, Moko, and, above all, Panama disease are the biggest threats. The latter in particular is wreaking havoc on banana production. A Better Choice (ABC) aims to tackle this issue. read more

As India prepares for the 2026 mango season, growers and exporters are encountering a complex combination of challenges and opportunities. Yashraj Phatak, a third-generation alphonso farmer, Director at ShivKonkan Farmer Producer Company, and Partner at Shreevali Agro, provides insights from the orchard level: "We are based in" read more

Nowe przesyłki orzechów i daktyli z USA na Bliski Wschód zostały w dużej mierze zatrzymane z powodu wojny z Iranem, która rozpoczęła się w sobotę. „W niedzielę rano dowiedzieliśmy się o nakazie schronienia się na Bliskim Wschodzie, dlatego wszystkie rezerwacje przez port Jebel Ali zostały anulowane” - mówi Bikram Hundal. read more

The recent US-Israel strikes on Iran and the subsequent Iranian retaliation targeting multiple countries in the region since the weekend are causing major disruptions to logistics in the area. These disruptions could have a broader impact if the conflict continues to escalate. read more