Asia & Oceania

Sun World International has chosen new licensees in Australia and Italy in order to enhance the performance of its branded fruit programs in global markets. These new licensees will promote Sun World's exclusive grape brands, such as Autumncrisp® and Ruby Rush®. read more

In the midst of increasing momentum in Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations and supply disruptions caused by tensions in West Asia, M B Naqvi, CEO and Chief Coordinator of Fresh Produce India, announced a shift in India's fresh produce trade. The event is scheduled to take place from 29-30 May at CIDCO. read more

Banana exports from India are indeed happening, but not as quickly or smoothly as the market would hope. Ajinkya Takik from Delight Fresh Produce Pvt. Ltd., a Maharashtra-based exporter, explains, "Our exports are progressing, but they are being hindered by various external factors." The current volumes are being sent to Syria, read more

Iran’s agricultural sector is well acquainted with the impact of external influences, as long-standing international sanctions and logistical challenges have significantly restricted the country’s ability to access global markets. read more

T&G Global has announced that it is in discussions to sell its New Zealand fresh produce business to the Turner family, the original founding family of T&G. Additionally, it plans to sell its Fijian and Pacific businesses to Bidfood. The company highlighted that any transaction is subject to finalizing the sale. read more

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The major international berry company Costa has recently completed the first production season for its new growing operation in Laos. They have successfully made trial shipments of blueberries to a number of South-East Asian markets. read more

The Israeli citrus season is approaching its final stage, according to Betsalel Ohana, the export manager of Planet Israel Farms. "As we enter the last few weeks of the 2026 citrus season, the Israeli Orri Jaffa mandarin continues to establish itself as the top choice for easy-peeling citrus fruits, despite..." read more

China's rapid growth in blueberry production is causing prices to decline and reshaping the dynamics of the global berry market, as reported by EastFruit. This shift is seen as a pivotal moment for emerging suppliers like Ukraine, Georgia, Morocco, and others in the global blueberry industry. read more

At the Opening Ceremony of the 9th World Garden Show in Haining, China on April 28, Hongyue, a company in China's home gardening industry, signed exclusive strategic partnership agreements with Harkness Roses (UK) and J. Berry Nursery (USA) in Hangzhou. This collaboration represents a significant milestone in the industry. read more

Uon Robotics, firma z branży robotycznej będąca spółką zależną od SisonAI, ogłosiła 30 kwietnia, że zakończyła prace rozwojowe nad wielofunkcyjnym chwytakiem robotycznym z trzema palcami opartym na technologii rozpoznawania obiektów niestrukturalnych oraz sztucznej inteligencji fizycznej, i przygotowała się do wprowadzenia go na rynek. System łączy technologię widzenia AI. read more

Sunflower harvesting is in full swing in the Khulna region of Bangladesh, with 64 percent of the crop already harvested as of Tuesday in the current rabi season (2025-26). Fields across the region are now bright yellow with blooming sunflowers, bringing hope to farmers. read more

British Apples & Pears Limited (BAPL) has commissioned an independent analysis to assess the impact of the current conflict in Iran on production costs for British apple and pear growers. According to Andersons Midlands, inflation since 1 March 2026 has added £31.30 per ton to the cost of. read more

T&G Global Limited ("T&G" or the "Company") has announced that it is in talks to sell its New Zealand fresh produce business to the Turner family and its Fijian and Pacific businesses to Bidfood. Any potential deal is still contingent on finalizing the sale and purchase agreements and meeting specific conditions. read more

As lemons in the Southern Hemisphere enter their harvest season, global supply and demand dynamics are undergoing significant changes. This year, the concentrated arrival of lemons from Chile, South Africa, and Argentina has increased overall supply, while the upcoming new season in China is read more

The Turkish province of Bartın is on its way to becoming an important player in the cultivation of organic aronia berries, according to Cengiz Bostanci, an agricultural engineer working in Bartın province. "In an era of increasing global interest in functional foods and organic products, Bartın is positioning itself as a key player in this market," he said. read more

AgroFresh Solutions opened its new Asia Pacific Research & Development Centre in Yangling, China on 28 April, marking a new milestone in the company’s investment in fresh produce through science-driven innovation, practical solutions, and sustainable impact. read more

A farm on the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City has successfully grown Miyazaki mangoes and recently completed its first harvest. The farm, situated in An Nhơn Tây Commune, is specializing in the Red Sun variety. The locally grown fruits are being sold at 20 to 25 percent of the price of imported mangoes, offering a more affordable option for consumers. read more

Egypt has re-established itself as a major supplier of bananas to Jordan, achieving record export volumes in 2025, according to EastFruit. Last year, Jordan imported 5,250 tons of Egyptian bananas, valued at USD 3.4 million. This represents an 8.5-fold increase over 2024 and exceeds the combined read more

A 250-hectare apple orchard is being developed in Mid-Canterbury by the New Zealand Super Fund, with an investment of US$72 million. The site near Pendarves, managed by FarmRight, was previously a dairy operation with 1,200 cows and is being divided into an orchard and 165 hectares for a 600-cow dairy operation. read more