The Division of Floriculture and Landscaping, ICAR–Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, successfully organized the Chrysanthemum Field Day. The event marked an important initiative towards promoting farmer prosperity and entrepreneurship through science-led floriculture. read more

Chile aims to make India its third largest trading partner, on par with the US and China, according to Iván Marambio, president of Frutas de Chile. read more

The Chinese blueberry sector continues to develop in terms of cultivation area, production volume, and export activity – according to data presented during the China International Blueberry Conference 2025, held in Mile, Yunnan province. read more

The government of Kazakhstan is considering implementing export regulations for potatoes due to increasing foreign demand and concerns about domestic supply, as stated by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov in quotes reported by APK Novosti. read more

During January-October 2025, Azerbaijan exported 8,455 tons of fresh grapes worth $8.6 million. This represents a 76% increase in value and a 70% increase in quantity compared to the same period in 2024, as reported by Аbc.az citing the State Statistics Committee. read more

Plantację ananasów w Quynh Thang, Wietnam, zgłaszają znaczne straty po ponad miesiącu żółknięcia liści, gnicia korzeni i załamania roślin. Lokalne władze szacują, że zniszczonych zostało ponad 400 hektarów, co dotknęło prawie 200 gospodarstw rolnych. read more

Onedayone Group, a fruit and vegetable trader, has collaborated with Finc, a mushroom producer from China, to supply Chinese mushrooms to the Middle East, leveraging Dubai as a central hub. This partnership signifies a significant progression in Onedayone's global expansion of Chinese agricultural products. read more

The sale of the Israeli shipping company ZIM is in its final stages, as reported by Calcalist, with binding acquisition offers submitted late last week. ZIM, listed on the New York Stock Exchange and currently lacking a controlling shareholder, has two confirmed bidders, with a possible third entering the picture. read more

Laos has been granted permission to export durian to China, putting it in competition with Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Malaysia. read more

As part of its ongoing community development initiatives, Aditya Aluminium, Lapanga, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department of Horticulture, Government of Odisha, for the implementation of a Special Floriculture Project. The MoU was formally signed by Mr. Jagannath Prasad. read more

La producción de hortalizas en invernaderos en España está bajo una severa presión. Los productores están luchando con plagas, disminución de rendimientos, aumento de costos y una competencia creciente de países como Marruecos y Turquía. Según Pieter de Ruiter, de la empresa importadora holandesa 4Fruit Company, el modelo comercial actual es...

Greenhouse vegetable production in Spain is under severe pressure. Growers are struggling with pests, declining yields, rising costs, and increasing competition from countries such as Morocco and Turkey. According to Pieter de Ruiter of Dutch importer 4Fruit Company, the current trading model is... read more

The Indian Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo has released three books written by Prof. Manoj Nazir and Ms. Ridhima Koul. Congratulating the authors, the Chief Secretary described these publications as much-needed to bring attention to biodiversity, floriculture, and climate-related challenges in India. read more

Chińska produkcja owoców cytrusowych będzie umiarkowanie rosła w roku marketingowym (MY) 2025/26, ponieważ popyt konsumencki nadal napędza inwestycje w sektorze, a warunki pogodowe były ogólnie korzystne. Produkcja mandarynek było silna w południowych Chinach z powodu dobrej pogody. Pomarańcze. read more

Colombia is globally recognized as one of the world's leading exporters of fresh-cut flowers. Every day, millions of stems travel from Colombian fields to markets across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, adding beauty to celebrations and everyday moments. However, behind each bouquet lies a story of hard work, dedication, and passion. read more

Kazakhstan will temporarily expand its list of socially significant food products following the signing of a new order by the Ministry of Trade and Integration on 24 December 2025, according to Zakon.kz. The regulation will enter into force on 6 January 2026. The order increases the list of socially significant food products. read more

Iran is currently in the midst of its citrus harvest season, with orchards across provinces from Mazandaran in the north to Hormozgan in the south producing oranges, mandarins, lemons, and other citrus fruits. Each year, the country harvests more than 6 million tonnes of citrus, placing Iran among the top citrus producers in the world. read more

Przemysł bananowy w skali globalnej od dawna jest zagrożony przez zgorzel Fusarium. Tradycyjne hodowle są trudne, ponieważ większość odmian bananów to trójnajduchowe osobniki. Tajwański Instytut Badań nad Bananami (TBRI) skutecznie opracował wiele odmian odpornych na zgorzel Fusarium za pomocą mutacji. read more

Japan's citrus industry is experiencing an ongoing decline in structure due to factors such as aging producers, labor shortages, and decreased orchard maintenance. This has led to a decrease in mandarin and orange production for the marketing year (MY) 2024/25, with a slight recovery projected for MY 2025/26. The domestic mandarin supply is expected to be weaker as a result. read more

Shibuya Seiki develops and manufactures a wide range of machinery, systems, and plants, including fresh produce sorting machines. "We are one of the leading manufacturers of fresh produce sorting and grading systems in Japan. One of our newest machines for the fresh produce sector is our sorting machine. read more

Following the success of the 1st Sa Dec Flower and Ornamental Plant Festival, Dong Thap Province will continue to organize this event at the end of this year. Currently, many farmers in Sa Dec Ward are working tirelessly to prepare flowers and ornamental plants for the festival as well. read more