Asia & Oceania

The fig season in the Northern Hemisphere is now gradually gaining momentum. The first shipments arrived from Italy in mid-July, slightly later than usual. We have also been receiving weekly shipments from Turkey for two to three weeks, including the popular Bursa figs. read more

Asia's must-attend event on the global fresh produce calendar is happening in just over two weeks. read more

One of Australia's largest vertically integrated fresh produce businesses, Redland, has partnered with Tasmania-based Reeve Farms to cultivate and export Dazzle apples. read more

Australia has approved the import of moth orchids from Taiwan after the country fulfilled quarantine regulations, announced the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Agency. Inspections conducted from July to December last year confirmed that moth orchid greenhouses in Taiwan met Australia's quarantine standards. read more

The Suzuki fruit fly has encountered a new natural adversary in the Netherlands. Scientists at Wageningen University & Research (WUR) have introduced Asian parasitic wasps for the first time as biological control agents to combat this invasive pest. "This represents a significant advancement towards a more sustainable ecosystem." read more

Blueberries continue to dominate the market share of imported berries in India, with origins from the USA, Chile, Peru, and Poland gaining popularity in fresh and frozen formats, according to Manish Kumar Sharma, an importer-exporter based in New Delhi at Best Fruit. He points out that the quality of berries this season has been high. read more

India's domestic plum supplies, which are available from April to August, are coming to an end, and importers are getting ready for the transition to international supply, according to Zain-ul Abdin, Managing Director of fresh produce importer Al Hassan. "Chinese plums have started arriving since July, and... read more

ALDI Australia has been named Australia's top-rated supermarket for the EIGHTH year in a row! ALDI Australia announced: "ALDI Australia has once again been recognized as Australia's best-rated supermarket with the highest number of satisfied customers across the country, according to Canstar Blue's 2025 Most..." read more

"2025 began with an excellent harvest and a robust, uniform crop – boasting a deliciously sweet and crunchy taste – with a projected export of over 230 million high-quality, premium Rockit™ apples to our international markets this year. Favorable weather conditions contributed to larger fruit size and" read more

Approximately 300,000 tons are attributed to sweet cherries and 100,000 tons to sour cherries. This information comes from a recent report by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). According to the report, the main growing areas are Izmir (sweet cherries) and Afyonkarahisar (sour cherries). read more

The International Fresh Produce Association Australia and New Zealand (IFPA ANZ) has appointed an experienced government relations and communications specialist to lead its corporate affairs, policy, and advocacy efforts. read more

Ten artykuł jest częścią serii zapowiedzi wystawców Asiafruit Magazine na Asia Fruit Logistica, wyróżniając niektóre z kluczowych firm, które będzie można zobaczyć na najważniejszym wydarzeniu owocowo-warzywnym w Azji. Artykuł ten prezentuje wystawców we wszystkich rynkach w Azji, z wyłączeniem Chin; koncentracja na Chinach będzie... read more

The New Zealand snack-sized apple brand, Rockit, has introduced a new Small Family Pack to global markets to cater to the high consumer demand for everyday sharing occasions. read more

Researchers from Tezpur University, in collaboration with Abohtani Agro Producer Company and independent laboratories, have confirmed that Moran ginger from Upper Assam has an estimated Scoville Heat Units (SHU) of 106,750, categorizing it as 'very highly pungent' above 80,000 SHU. read more

Belgium: Okay opens sustainable neighborhood supermarket in Vilvoorde

Colruyt Group announced: "On Thursday, August 14th, Okay will open its 147th store in Vilvoorde. Situated at Abeelstraat 151, this convenient neighborhood supermarket offers a diverse range of products for every part of the day." read more

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. has partnered with the CMA CGM Group to introduce containerized shipping for banana and pineapple exports from the Philippines to Japan and South Korea. This new approach replaces the conventional breakbulk shipping method with containerized logistics, with the goal of enhancing the cold chain efficiency. read more

Apollo Vietnam specializes in growing flowers for local retailers, high-end hospitality establishments, and international markets. The company focuses on producing products that consistently meet high standards of quality and freshness. Apollo has future plans to increase production capacity and enhance operational management. read more

"The use of pre-stressed concrete (PSC) poles in India's agricultural sector has been increasing steadily in recent years, especially in high-density apple, cherry, and kiwi plantations," says Uzair Javeed, Chief Operating Officer at FruitMaster Agro Fresh. "The success of high-density fruit cultivation has contributed to this trend." read more

The availability of kiwis in India is currently good, both in terms of quantity and quality, with the majority being imported, according to Ashok Agarwal, CEO of fresh produce importer Triyambakam International. Domestic production, mainly from the northern and north-eastern states, remains limited. read more

Harvest Moon is an Australian vegetable grower with farms in Tasmania, New South Wales, and Queensland, totaling over 5,000 acres. The company has a team of over 450 employees and works with a further 83 Australian growers across the country. Harvest Moon has been proudly growing since 1982. read more