In a transformative shift, around 500 tribal farmers in Kandhamal district have embraced marigold cultivation, replacing their traditional vegetable crops. Supported by the district administration, this new venture under the Mukhyamantri Janajati Jeevika Mission (MMJJM) is proving to be promising... read more

Macadamias are grown along the eastern coast of Australia, from the NSW Mid North Coast in the south to the Atherton Tablelands in the north. Bundaberg and the Northern Rivers region collectively produce around 80% of the Australian crop. Australia is home to approximately 800 macadamia growers. read more

"In 2018, when the Garland Hydrangea Runaway Bride was named the 'Plant of the Year' at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, we could not have imagined the incredible success that would come for this variety," said Garry Grüber, CEO of Cultivaris GmbH. Today, Cultivaris GmbH is reporting... read more

Israel's carrot harvest for the domestic market started around a month and a half ago, with exports anticipated to begin in late January. Meanwhile, Amir Porat, CEO of Gezer Shluhot, one of Israel's leading carrot growers and exporters, is closely monitoring market trends in Europe. read more

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) reported that Sri Lanka's coconut production decreased by 17.8% in September 2024 compared to the same month in 2023. This significant decline was highlighted in the CBSL's November agriculture bulletin, which attributed it to a combination of factors. read more

The Summerfruit Australia Board has announced the beginning of the search for a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) as part of a strategy to position the summerfruit industry to be more competitive and resilient. On behalf of the industry, the Board would like to express its sincere gratitude to. read more

Edison Jerez, Semidor, on the NUF water filtration system said, "The potential of this technology is immense." On September 26th, the community of Guaranda (Ecuador) received a water filter system from Semidor, NUF Filtration, and the Israeli Embassy. read more

Chongqing Hongjiu Fruit Co. Ltd., known for its prominent position in the Chinese fruit market, is currently facing financial instability. This was highlighted by the suspension of its shares in March and the resignation of its auditor, KPMG, in April. The company, previously renowned as China's top fruit supplier, is now navigating through challenging times. read more

The Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project in India has reached 100% completion, marking a significant development for the region's apple industry. Stakeholders anticipate that the new railway stations in Kashmir will facilitate a more efficient connection to national markets. read more

Cherries, essential for Christmas celebrations, depend on a season influenced by early cold weather to start growth and plenty of sunshine for ripening. Central Otago is the main region for cherry cultivation in New Zealand, with a production period of around six weeks. read more

New Zealand's horticulture sector is experiencing a significant growth, with export revenue expected to reach a record NZ$8bn (US$4.5bn) by 30 June 2025, representing a 12% increase. read more

Według EastFruit, przed 2014 rokiem Rosja była jednym z najatrakcyjniejszych rynków dla owoców i warzyw na świecie. Wiele krajów rozwijało swoją produkcję, kierując ją na ten rynek, który płacił wysokie ceny i miał stosunkowo niskie wymagania dotyczące jakości i bezpieczeństwa. read more

According to local reports, there is an expectation of more kiwifruit and an earlier start to the new season in New Zealand's northeast region of Gisborne. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica has announced the dates for its China Meet Up and new China Study Tour and AFL Fresh Produce Golf Cup 2025, two dynamic events taking place in September 2025. read more

Since Astra, a Japanese manufacturer known for its innovative peelers, started introducing its peelers to international markets a few years ago, its KA-750PM pineapple peelers have rapidly gained popularity among businesses in over 60 countries. This week, the company began selling its newly developed pineapple peeler. read more

The apple harvest in the Aomori Prefecture, Japan was completed by the end of November, and the apple orchards are already covered in snow. According to Hideo Obori from Aomori Trading, the harvest conditions were not great but were better than last year. The Aomori Prefectural Government officially... read more

Jake Price, the County Extension Coordinator at the University of Georgia (UGA), recently presented results from a harvest on November 19th involving six Owari satsuma trees on X-639 rootstock as part of a pruning field trial. The trial aimed to compare the yield of three pruned trees, which produced 172, 239, and read more

Według analityków z EastFruit, Turkmenistan, w większym stopniu, oraz Uzbekistan, w mniejszym stopniu, borykają się z znaczącymi trudnościami w sprzedaży warzyw szklarniowych. Obecnie największym problemem jest segment pomidorów szklarniowych, chociaż zazwyczaj jest to szczyt sezonu dla tego produktu. read more

India's diverse climate allows for the cultivation of a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, making it one of the largest producers in the world. India is the second-largest producer of horticultural products, accounting for around 12% of global fruit and vegetable production with only about 17% of the land used for agriculture. read more

India: Hopcoms outlets in Karnataka on the verge of closure
Due to the increasing popularity of online platforms and private vendors offering fruits and vegetables sourced directly from farmers at competitive prices, the outlets of Horticultural Producers' Cooperative, which is owned by the Karnataka government, are facing the possibility of shutting down. read more