Asia & Oceania

Roses, recognized as symbols of love, friendship, and peace, have a prominent place in floriculture around the world. Revered as the "King of Flowers" in India and the "Queen of Flowers" in Europe, their historical significance in India can be traced back to ancient distillation practices. read more

Around ten days ago, farmers in Uzbekistan's southernmost Surkhandarya region, which is renowned for supplying the country's earliest vegetables to local and international markets, began harvesting early winter onions. These onions have already been introduced to markets in Surkhandarya and neighboring areas. read more

The Chettikulam small onion, grown in the Alathur and Perambalur blocks of India, has been granted the GI tag, a move that has been well received by local farmers. This variety, cultivated in 18 villages, is characterized by its pinkish outer skin and pungent flavor, attributed to the sulphur-rich soil in the region. read more

Cargo-partner Mexico has expanded its air freight services to improve connectivity between Mexico and key international markets, including Europe and Asia. The company now offers regular air consolidation services from Frankfurt, Hungary, Austria, and most recently, China and Hong Kong. read more

Australian almond growers are in a good position to benefit from the ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China. The current global political situation provides Australian producers with an opportunity to take advantage of the existing free trade agreement with China. With the US imposing significant tariffs on Chinese... read more

Restu Hajat Keluarga is a lime grower based in Gresik, East Java, Indonesia. The limes are grown in several villages, including Glatik, Kebunagung, and Bolo, as well as other villages around the Ujungpangkah sub-district. In addition to growing their own limes, the company also sources limes from other areas. read more

The root vegetable, renowned for its health advantages, relies significantly on seed production, with Aotearoa, New Zealand, providing more than half of the worldwide carrot seed supply. Carrots are grown each year from fresh seeds, requiring a reliable source of high-quality seeds to support the global. read more

Severe frost in the winter has caused significant damage to citrus crops, leading to a decrease in overall yield. This has put pressure on Turkish exporters to find alternative markets and distribution channels to make up for the losses. Eren emphasizes the importance of adaptation and resilience in the face of such challenges, stating that Turkish exporters are working hard to overcome these obstacles and ensure the continued success of the citrus industry in Turkey. read more

Global grape markets are experiencing various changes due to seasonal shifts and evolving export patterns influencing supply. In North America, Mexico's harvest is synchronizing well with Chilean imports, whereas in the Netherlands, lower volumes from India are being delivered at a slower pace compared to the previous year. read more

The tariffs imposed by Trump will not have a major impact on fruit and vegetable exports from Turkey to the United States, as these exports are minimal. However, Yigit Gokyigit from Alanar believes that the current political situation could create opportunities for exports to Canada. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association Australia and New Zealand (IFPA ANZ), in partnership with the International Fresh Produce Association, is calling on the Trump Administration to exempt fresh produce from its latest round of import tariffs. The IFPA ANZ cautions that the proposed actions pose a risk... read more

The winners of the first Fresh Produce India Awards are leading greengrocer chain KPN Farm Fresh, the World Avocado Organisation, and major farmer-owned fresh produce supplier Sahyadri Farms. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association Australia and New Zealand (IFPA ANZ), in partnership with the International Fresh Produce Association, has urged the Trump administration to exclude fresh produce from its latest set of import tariffs. read more

NZPPI has announced the finalists for the 2025 Young Plant Producer competition. The talented individuals competing for this recognition are Yuong Chaiyaklang, representing Plant Zone Direct and Tui Downs Nursery, and Johnnie Clay from Southern Woods Nursery. Also in contention is Kirsten. read more

Ceny jabłek w Chinach rosną z powodu niskiego stanu magazynowego i zwiększonego popytu na rynku przed świętem Qingming. "Po chińskim Nowym Roku, okres szczytowy dla handlowców kupujących jabłka nastał pół miesiąca wcześniej niż w poprzednich latach. Wiele handlowców udało się bezpośrednio do obszarów produkcyjnych. read more

NZPPI has announced the launch of the Producer Extension Network New Zealand (PENNZ) - a new program designed to assist native plant nurseries in expanding their operations, enhancing productivity and efficiency, and implementing innovative practices. This initiative is being implemented in collaboration with Te Uru Rākau – New Zealand Forest Service. read more

Daemyung Farms Corporation is a company that imports, cultivates, and exports fruits from Korea. In 2023, the company expanded its product range to include blueberries, Korean citrus, kiwifruit, tomatoes, paprika, and mushrooms. The primary export markets are China and Thailand. Lily Jeong read more

Plant City-based, international grower and year-round marketer of strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and pineberries, Wish Farms, is preparing for the organic blueberry season in Georgia. Major League Blueberries, a grower from southern Georgia, is owned and operated by Malcolm McCoy. read more

Food inflation in Turkey continued to ease in March, with a slight monthly decline to 3.25%, bringing the annual rate to 29.5%, according to the Economic Policy Research Foundation of Türkiye (TEPAV). This marks the third consecutive month of easing inflation. While overall inflation slowed, read more

While volumes from Mediterranean origins are dwindling, the avocado production from countries of the southern hemisphere is gradually taking over. "We are at the end of the Moroccan, Spanish, and Portuguese season, and the Israeli production should also finish at the end of April. At the same time, read more