Started in 2021, Abacate International entered the Indian market at a time when avocado consumption was still limited and largely unstructured. With a clear focus on a single product category, the importer has gradually built systems around sourcing, cold chain, ripening, and distribution. read more

Vakhtang Bezhitashvili, the head of the Georgian Fruit and Vegetable Exporters Association, expressed concerns regarding Georgia's visa-free travel agreement with the European Union. This agreement is linked to the Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (DCFTA), which is essential for economic cooperation. read more

Martiforous Japanese beetles (Popillia japonica) were found in Belgium, leading to a warning from the Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FAVV). These beetles feed on the leaves, flowers, and fruits of over 400 plant species, such as corn, grapes, strawberries, and roses. read more

W strategicznym ruchu mającym na celu zdobycie rosnącego apetytu Indii na premium owoce, indyjski importer świeżych produktów rolnych i firma doradcza Scion Agricos nawiązały partnerstwo z nowozelandzkim producentem Bearsley Exports, aby wprowadzić na rynek indyjski nowy premium odmiany jabłek o nazwie NZ Rouge w połowie sierpnia. read more

With the progress of the South African citrus season, the amount of South African oranges entering the market has notably risen this week. Traders report that, of the South African orange varieties currently in supply, sour oranges are seeing relatively strong performance due to higher demand. read more

The cold-chain infrastructure in India has undergone significant transformation in recent years due to increasing consumer demand, technological advancements, and government backing. Ddhairya Gandhi, a professional from ColdStar Logistics, a supply-chain solutions provider based in Mumbai, provides valuable insights into this development and the industry's trajectory. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica 2025 will provide high-quality information and insights to visitors at the Asiafruit Knowledge Centre. This dynamic content hub offers a comprehensive program of expert-led talks, panel discussions, and product showcases. read more

The Russian Federal Customs Service, in cooperation with the FSB, intercepted 820 kilograms of cocaine concealed under bananas, reportedly seizing the largest shipment from Latin America in 2023. The confiscated drugs, estimated to be worth over 12 billion rubles (approximately US$133 million), were... read more

The European watermelon campaign is now well into its second half. "The Moroccan season was very long this year, with the last deliveries arriving here in week 28. Otherwise, there are currently plenty of watermelons from Turkey, Italy, Spain, and Greece. Due to the heat, demand was also read more

The supply of early potatoes from Cyprus is now slowly dwindling. "The availability of local early potatoes is increasing each week, leading to a corresponding drop in prices. Based on current indications, it is unlikely that 2025/26 will be the most expensive year for potatoes," reports Jörn Reuter. read more

W ostatnich wydarzeniach, eksporterzy pitahai, fasoli i kukurydzy w Wietnamie napotykają trudności na europejskim rynku z powodu braku oficjalnej agencji do certyfikacji eksportu - informuje Saigon News. Ten problem stawia setki ton produktów rolnych pod ryzyko. read more

With the South African citrus season now in full swing in India, importers are observing a more steady influx of high-quality oranges and mandarins at major ports. Unmesh Suryawanshi, the Indian representative for the international fresh produce trader Don Limon, remarked, "Unlike the boom and bust cycles seen in certain source regions, read more

Te Mata Exports is currently the only licensed marketer exporting Cosmic Crisp apples from New Zealand. The company works closely with selected growers to manage quality and supply. Most of the Cosmic Crisp crop is grown in Hawke's Bay, with a smaller volume coming from Canterbury. Te Mata is read more

What was once left to wilt is now set to bloom as a livelihood opportunity, as the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) rolls out a fresh initiative that transforms floral waste into income-generating products, led entirely by women's self-help groups (SHGs). At the heart of this plan is the idea read more

The Maharashtra government has decided to implement a ban on artificial flowers, State Horticulture Minister Bharat Gogawale announced in the Legislative Assembly on Wednesday. The decision came after a meeting with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday. Minister Gogawale stated, "We are
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Aimed at making flowers more affordable during the Onam season, Chrysanthemum cultivation has begun at the Thrikkara Fire Station Compound. The flowers are being grown in 200 grow bags placed on top of the underground water tank at the fire station. The responsibility of nurturing the plants
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The India-grown dragon fruit is becoming more popular as an export product, says Priyanka Chhutani, director of The Aril Company: "India's agricultural export landscape is rapidly evolving, and one of the most promising additions to this growth story is the dragon fruit. This is a vibrant, read more

Produkcja brzoskwiń na Tajwanie ma osiągnąć 17 000 ton w 2025 roku, zgodnie z nowym raportem opublikowanym przez Służbę Rolnictwa Zagranicznego USDA - liczba ta obejmuje zwiększoną proporcję odmian niskich wymagań chłodniczych. read more

The New Zealand exporter T&G Global has confirmed that it is up for sale and has appointed Craigs Investment Partners to assist with this process. After months of speculation, the company also announced that it has received a number of expressions of interest for... read more

As there is no domestic cultivation, Taiwan relies entirely on imports. The main supplying countries are the United States, Chile, and New Zealand. In recent years, the Chilean cherry season coincided with the Chinese New Year in Taiwan - read more