The cherry harvest started a few days ago in the hills of Cesena, beginning with the earliest varieties. According to price lists released by the Bologna market organization, wholesale prices range from €5 to €10 per kilogram, depending on the size and quality of the fruit. Loris Babbini from Le read more

On Thursday, May 15, 2025, Sakata inaugurated a new research station in Gaziler, located in the Kepez district of Antalya, Turkey. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Şakir Fırat Erkal, Antalya Provincial Director of Agriculture and Forestry; Dr. Hüseyin Çancı, Assistant Dean of the read more

A new variety called "Tupai King," also known as Squirrel King, is making a name for itself in the competitive premium durian market. Originating from Penang, Malaysia, Tupai King is attracting attention for its distinct sweet flavor. Despite its unattractive appearance, this variety stands out due to its delicious taste, generating interest in... read more

Sri Lanka exports 85% of its mangoes to West Asia, with shipments rising over the past five years. Mango cultivation expanded by 11% from 2015 to 2022, reaching 31,000 hectares, and production increased by 30% to 193,000 metric tons. Australia's Market Development Facility (MDF) recently hosted read more

Tajikistan is currently experiencing the beginning of its early cherry harvest, with farmers reporting a bountiful crop of large fruits. The current prices at local markets are around US$1.10 to US$1.80 per kilogram, which is a decrease of about US$0.30 to US$0.45 compared to last year. Harvesting activities are in full swing. read more

The BDP chairwoman Stephanie Franck emphasized: "Sustainable agriculture requires plant breeding. At the same time, the further development of agricultural and food systems urgently requires economic viability. Yield strength and environmental compatibility are the foundation of this." read more

The kiwifruit company Zespri has shared additional information about its recent consumer marketing campaign in Asia, aiming to connect with a wider audience of health-conscious consumers in various markets in the region. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association ANZ (IFPA ANZ) has appointed Lynch Group Australia CEO David Di Pietro and Steritech fresh produce business manager Ben Reilly to its board of directors. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association ANZ (IFPA ANZ) has announced the appointment of two new board members, David Di Pietro, CEO of Lynch Group Australia, and Ben Reilly, fresh produce business manager at Steritech. The appointments were confirmed during the IFPA ANZ's annual general meeting. read more

The Yunnan Province, a significant supplier of flowers in southwest China, has reported a strong export performance of fresh-cut flowers in the first four months of this year, according to data from Kunming Customs released on Friday. The export value of Yunnan's fresh-cut flowers reached 360 million yuan (approximately 50.04 million U.S. dollars) during this period. read more

Turkey, the world's leading apricot producer, is experiencing a shift in its market dynamics following severe frosts in April 2025, as reported by EastFruit. This climatic event is expected to impact apricot pricing across the EU, USA, Middle East, and Central Asia, with countries like Ukraine,... read more

The online ticket shop for Asia Fruit Logistica is now officially open. Asia's premier fresh fruit and vegetable trade show is back in Hong Kong on 3–5 September 2025, bringing the global fresh produce business together and showcasing the entire value chain. Visitors to Asia Fruit Logistica read more

Drewry's Intra-Asia Container Index (IACI) saw a 7% decrease in early May, dropping to $656 per 40ft container after two consecutive periods of increase. Despite this decline, the IACI is still 11% higher compared to May 2024. Drewry predicts that intra-Asia freight rates will continue to trend. read more

In the first quarter of 2025, the Republic of Uzbekistan exported 325 tonnes of garlic, generating $816,400 in revenue, according to data released by the State Statistics Committee of Uzbekistan. Compared to the same period in 2024, shipments rose by 72.4 tonnes, representing a growth rate of 28.7%. read more

Sogo Orchids, a Phalaenopsis breeder and young plant producer based in Taiwan, currently exports its products to growers in about 20 countries across North and South America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania. With a collection of approximately 300 commercial varieties and more than 20 years of experience in the industry. read more

Ahold Delhaize has appointed Tim Bork as the Chief Commercial Officer for Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia. The appointment is effective from May 19. This newly established position will report directly to Claude. read more

Over the course of 2+ days, the inaugural Agential AI AgBio 2025 conference gathered top experts in controlled environment agriculture, AI innovation, and advanced crop sciences. The event aimed to establish a new benchmark for agricultural technology conferences in the Asia-Pacific region by fostering the convergence of... read more

Climate change poses a challenge for Turkey, with its impact on agricultural production growing. Adaptation through technology is crucial. Global techniques such as fogging, wind turbines, and heating systems for frost prevention are not widely used in Turkey. Efficient irrigation is also important. read more

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On May 14, members of the Moldova Fruct Association held a series of meetings in Romania with representatives from the Regional Center for Agricultural Investment Financing in Iași, the Agency for Payments and Intervention in Agriculture (APIA), and local fruit producers. The visit aimed to read more