Egyptian Valencia oranges are currently being sold 30-40% cheaper in India compared to the post-Ramadan price spike last year, according to Arun Uttamchandani of Mumbai-based Pushpbhuj Impex. "This year's situation looks excellent compared to the previous season, which was marked by crop infections and pressure from domestic juice companies driving prices up," he said. read more

Attendees of Fresh Produce India left with an optimistic view of the sector in India, as the program's six sessions highlighted the abundance of opportunities available in the local market. These opportunities include potential for Indian products to be exported overseas and for growth within the fresh produce category, as consumers continue to prioritize healthy choices. read more

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The feijoa is primarily cultivated in New Zealand's Gisborne and Hawke's Bay regions, with substantial plantings also found in Waikato and Manawatu. Furthermore, there are producers in Nelson/Marlborough. Northland used to be a producer until guava moth grubs and an aggressive anthracnose fungus affected the feijoa crops. read more

Ostatnio Hainan doświadczał rozległych wysokich temperatur i suszy, które dotknęły wszystkie 18 miast i hrabstw na wyspie. Obserwowano suchość o nasileniu od umiarkowanego do ciężkiego w sąsiadujących obszarach na północy i wschodzie, co stanowi poważne wyzwanie dla produkcji liczi. read more

India produces over 320 million tonnes of fruits and vegetables yearly, but loses 15-25% after harvest due to inadequate cold-chain infrastructure, according to Akshat from Delmins Food. "Dehydration is transforming this wasted perishable produce into shelf-stable products that farmers and exporters can..." read more

The German Potato Trade Association (DKHV) held its 20th regular general meeting on April 21, 2026, with over 50 participants at Borussia-Park in Mönchengladbach. The focus was on the current challenges facing the potato industry as well as the. read more

Australian banana growers are still able to provide a reliable and affordable supply of fresh fruit for households across the country, despite facing constant cost pressures at the farm level. The Australian Banana Growers' Council (ABGC) reports that growers are handling a series of price hikes in transportation, packaging, and other expenses. read more

W trakcie trwającej wojny Iran stracił swoje dominujące miejsce na rynku jabłek w Indiach, co zmusiło importerów do radzenia sobie ze wzrostem opłat frachtowych i wydłużonymi czasami transportu, co spowodowało wzrost cen skrzynek z południowoafrykańskim Galą z 32 USD do 44-48 USD - powiedział Mayur Sakpal z importera świeżych produktów Gurudutt Impex. read more

The Gyeonggi-do Agricultural Research and Extension Services in South Korea has developed two new varieties of Astrophytum cactus, 'Gold Eye' and 'Shy Star', in order to broaden the cactus market and increase their value. Astrophytum is a type of cactus recognized for its unique star-shaped appearance. read more

A workshop on Soil Health Management and Balanced Fertilizer Use was organized on 21.04.2026 for the project staff of All India Coordinated Research Project on Floriculture (AICRP on Floriculture). The event was attended by 30 scientists from across the country. The initiative aims to promote. read more

Iran's announcement that the Strait of Hormuz was open on Friday, followed shortly by statements that it was closed, led to route changes and temporary disruption. Subsequent attacks on vessels and U.S. forces taking control of an Iranian cargo ship mean there is no change in the overall situation. read more

Oman has revealed a pipeline of food security investment opportunities worth more than 93.8 million Omani rials ($243 million), aimed at boosting development in agriculture, fisheries, and related value chains. The initiative is spearheaded by Invest Oman in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce. read more

Rosja has extended its fertilizer export quotas through December as global supply tightens due to the war involving Iran and disruptions affecting trade routes. Russian producers will be allowed to export 20 million tons of fertilizers between June 1 and November 30, according to a government decision. read more

Jesus Gomez keeps a large glass candy jar on his desk where his delivery drivers slip fuel receipts for cash reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses. Since the Iran War began on Feb. 28, Gomez, the owner of Orange County Wholesale Flowers, has taken away the gas credit cards for his fleet of. read more

An institutional comparison dedicated to agricultural strategies and cooperativism between states, based on the experience of Lebanon and Syria. The debate, titled 'Cultivating cooperation: agricultural strategies and cooperativism for Mediterranean resilience', took place in the late read more

The week of April 8-12 was a significant milestone for Dutch horticulture in China, with the official opening of the LumiRay Tianjin factory and active participation of top Dutch companies at the Hortiflorexpo IPM Beijing. The exhibition, taking place from April 10-12, featured a showcase of. read more

ICAR–Directorate of Floricultural Research, Pune conducted an awareness program on the balanced use of fertilizers for rose growers at Yelase, Pawna Nagar, Tehsil Maval. The program was organized as part of the Intensive Campaign on Balanced Use of Fertilizers initiated by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. read more

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Importacje małych owoców cytrusowych do UE rosną, coraz bardziej wyzwalając wyzwania dla przemysłu cytrusowego w Walencji, zwłaszcza w Castellón. Po sezonie głównie prowadzonym przez RPA od września do listopada, Turcja i Egipt przejęły inicjatywę jako główni konkurenci w kolejnych miesiącach. read more