Asia & Oceania

Galilee Export, a global fruit export company based in Israel, has announced the appointment of Mr. Eitan Zvi as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective September 1, 2025. Mr. Zvi, a respected co-founder of Galilee Export, has played a key role in developing the company's international presence since. read more

According to the Federal Research Center, around 99% of seed potatoes in the Novosibirsk region are infected with viral diseases. This figure is significantly higher compared to neighboring regions like Kemerovo (Kuzbass) and Altai Krai, where infection rates are around 52-54%. read more

Ecuador has agreed to host Russian specialists for inspecting banana cultivation enterprises, as reported by the Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance (Rosselkhoznadzor). This confirmation came after negotiations between Rosselkhoznadzor chief Sergei Dankvert and... read more

Prickly pear cacti in Cyprus are threatened by the prickly pear cochineal insect, also known as Dactylopius opuntiae. The pest was first discovered in the Famagusta district in 2016 and has since spread to most accessible areas of the island. Infected plants usually perish within two to three years. read more

Turkey, the world's largest hazelnut supplier, has experienced frost damage that has reduced the 2025 crop, resulting in increased costs for confectionery manufacturers. Hazelnuts are a crucial ingredient in spreads and chocolates like Nutella and Ferrero Rocher. The April frost, along with ongoing climate read more

Mimo że wiosenne przymrozki uszkodziły część produkcji brzoskwiń w Turcji, opóźniając ją, ogólna produkcja jest faktycznie powyżej oczekiwań - mówi Emel Esin Keskin, właścicielka tureckiego eksportera świeżych produktów rolnych Esin Tarim: "Türkiye poniosło duże straty z powodu przymrozków w tym roku. read more

For the fourth year in a row, Budou Farms will be participating in Asia Fruit Logistica. They are excited to reach out to new customers in Asia who are interested in their high-quality "So Sweet" grapes that are beloved by consumers. "Last season in Japan, we successfully introduced a campaign showcasing the unique flavor of our grapes." read more

As a result, the harvest quantity in the 2025/26 campaign is expected to fall by around 45% to 649,000 tons, according to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). The Mersin-Adana region on the Mediterranean coast, a significant area for Turkish nectarine production, has been particularly hard hit. read more

Biosecurity Tasmania is taking action in response to the discovery of Potato mop-top virus (PMTV) in potatoes harvested from northwest Tasmania. This marks the first detection of the virus in Australia. read more

Perfection Fresh Australia (PFA) has announced that it has ceased its table grape farming operations, which were conducted through Fruit Master Farm Operations. Fruit Master was liquidated last month, with liquidators appointed on 29 July. read more

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Between January and May 2025, Peruvian fruit exports to China grew by 9% in terms of volume compared to the same period in 2024, according to PromPerú data. This increase was driven by products such as avocado, grapes, blueberries, mangoes, and mandarins. Although the FOB value fell, according to PromPerú... read more

At a fruits and vegetables store in Shuwaikh, customers are discovering products like candy-flavored grapes, baby mangoes that can be consumed whole, and fruit hybrids with various flavor and texture combinations. Vendor Nabil Adel, who has been at the store for 10 years, imports fruits from Europe. read more

With the cherry season in Jammu and Kashmir coming to an end, demand for imported cherries in India has risen sharply, says Shivjit Zende, Founder of Gurudatt IMPEX Pvt. Ltd. "The market is now entirely dependent on overseas supply, with air shipments arriving from the United States, Turkey, and other countries." read more

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The apple industry in Australia is currently evaluating growth opportunities with the introduction of a new variety called the Dazzle apple. Industry stakeholders view this variety as a potential option for expanding both domestic and export markets, providing an alternative to well-known varieties like Pink Lady and Gala. read more

Spanish peaches and nectarines used to have a strong presence in the market but have since decreased in importance. According to the German BLE, there were also some limitations on Italian deliveries. Shipments from Turkey and France helped to fill the market gap. Greek and domestic supplies were only minor contributors. The season is now reaching its end. read more

Northwest cherries from the U.S. are scheduled to arrive in India by sea, marking the beginning of a new phase for imports, according to Sumit Saran, the India representative for the Northwest Cherry Growers. "The first sea containers of Northwest cherries are expected soon, following a 300% increase in shipment volumes this year. read more

On the morning of Thursday, August 14, the CEO of the Kenya Flower Council (KFC), Clement Tulezi, along with the Council's management, met with the Kenyan Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Ambassador Mohamed Ruwange, to discuss potential opportunities for increasing the direct export of Kenyan flowers to the Saudi market. read more

As of August 7, 2025, the European Union has added seven new plant species to the Union list. The terrestrial plants now included are Acacia mearnsii (black wattle), Broussonetia papyrifera (paper mulberry), Delairea odorata (Cape ivy), Fallopia japonica (synonym Reynoutria japonica, Japanese knotweed), etc. read more