Turkey experienced one of the worst frosts in history this spring, with many stonefruit crops, including cherries and apricots, severely affected. “Expected losses in cherries for the June period stand at up to 50 per cent,” says Kerim Taner, executive chairman of Perla Fruit. read more

Each admission ticket includes access to an informative event program at the ASIAFRUIT KNOWLEDGE CENTRE. Operated by the Knowledge Partner Asiafruit Magazine, the ASIAFRUIT KNOWLEDGE CENTRE offers a combination of strategic insights and practical information. read more

The Russian government has reduced its federal support for potato and vegetable production in 2025 by 13%, allocating 3.7 billion rubles, down from 4.24 billion rubles used in 2024, according to the Ministry of Agriculture's national report on agricultural development. The budget cut is significant and may impact the agricultural sector. read more

Tajikistan continues to solidify its position as a top dried fruit exporter in Central Asia. In the first quarter of 2025, the country exported over 26,500 tons of dried fruits valued at more than $9.4 million. This expansion reflects a positive trend seen in earlier years, such as 2023 when the country exported 81,800 tons of dried fruits. read more

Qatar-based startup VFarms has successfully grown iceberg lettuce heads weighing over 600 grams, nearly four times the standard weight typically achieved in vertical farms globally. This achievement was made even more significant as it was accomplished under some of the most challenging growing conditions on earth, with external temperatures exceeding. read more

In a significant development for India's fresh produce industry, Mr. Dinesh Shinde, CEO and founder of Anusaya Fresh India Pvt. Ltd., and Mr. Bilal Issa, Trade Director of SanLucar, a globally renowned brand in fruits and vegetables, have announced a strategic partnership between Anusaya Fresh and SanLucar. read more

Chrysanthemums, carnations, and roses are among the most popular flowers gifted on Mother's Day. However, some Australian native flowers are vying to secure a permanent place on that list of favorites. A farming family from Western Australia is gaining recognition for their everlasting daisies as a unique alternative. read more

With nearly 9 years of proven success in the industry, Ijooz is one of the world's fastest-growing food robotics companies. Their journey began in Singapore, where they now have almost 2,000 machines deployed. Today, the company operates across 34 countries, serving high-demand markets worldwide. read more

As a part of its international promotional efforts, Fresh Antalya recently concluded a strategic visit to Russia to enhance commercial relationships and encourage participation in the upcoming Fresh Antalya Exhibition. The exhibition is scheduled to be held from September 18th to 20th, 2025 at Anfaş Expo. read more

Konsument w Indiach lubi lokalnie uprawiane cytrusy, ale z pewnością również zagraniczne odmiany - powiedział Shubha Rawal, główny specjalista ds. zaopatrzenia w IG International: "Rynek cytrusów w Indiach jest obecnie dość dynamiczny. Obserwujemy stałe zapotrzebowanie na importowane owoce cytrusowe, zwłaszcza podczas" read more

Turkish authorities have revised their hazelnut production forecast for the 2025/26 season. Due to unfavorable weather conditions in April, the Black Sea Exporters' Association (KiB) has issued an updated estimate, projecting a total crop size of 609,400 tons. This figure includes 370,400 tons from the eastern Black Sea region. read more

W maju 2025 roku Rosja importowała 432,200 ton ziemniaków, co stanowi 3.5-krotnie więcej niż w tym samym okresie w 2024 roku (124,800 ton), według Rosselkhoznadzor, powołując się na dane z systemu Argus-Fito. Największe ilości pochodziły z Egiptu, 274,500 ton (wzrost o 4.5-krotny z 59,300 ton), Chin. read more

Today, during the High Level Meeting in Beijing, Vice Minister Marten van den Berg of the Dutch Ministry of Agriculture and Vice Minister Zhang Baofeng of Chinese Customs signed the Apple protocol to grant market access for apples from the Netherlands into China. The apple protocol, together read more

Terra Nova Nurseries has expanded its Echinacea Supreme Series with Echinacea Supreme 'Lime'. This new addition embodies all the hallmarks of a classic perennial while delivering the same vigorous growth habit as its previous cultivars in the Supreme series. Echinacea Supreme 'Lime' stands tall. read more

Feizixiao lychees from Hainan, China, have now entered the market in large quantities, with Baitangying lychees also beginning to arrive. Due to weather conditions, Hainan's lychee season has been delayed by about half a month compared to previous years. Despite the delay, overall yields are read more

As part of its international promotional activities, Fresh Antalya has recently completed a strategic visit to Russia with the aim of strengthening commercial ties and promoting participation in the upcoming Fresh Antalya Exhibition. The exhibition is scheduled to take place between 18–20 September 2025 at Anfaş Expo. read more

Māori involvement in New Zealand's horticultural industry has grown by more than a third in the last eight years, even as the total horticultural land area decreased by 9% over the past two decades. According to a report from Horticulture New Zealand, Māori-owned horticultural land has increased from... read more

According to its own statements, the company has invested nearly 30 million US dollars since 2022 in establishing a global network of quality control laboratories for vegetable seed in the USA and India, underscoring Syngenta's commitment to providing farmers with the highest quality seeds. read more

In this new episode of the FRUIT LOGISTICA Podcast, host Tom Joyce speaks live from Berlin with Nguyen Dang Phuc, the Secretary General of the Vietnamese Fruit and Vegetable Association, about one of the most exciting export stories in the world of fresh produce. read more

Ministry of Commerce in Thailand collaborates with popular Chinese influencer, Taiyuan Lao Ge, to host a live stream sale of Thai fruit, as reported by Bangkok Post. read more