W poprzednich latach okres poprzedzający święto "Święto Pracy" oznaczał szczytową porę na przyjazdy i sprzedaż durianów w Chinach. Jednakże, w tym roku sytuacja prezentuje się inaczej. Przyjazdy durianów zostały opóźnione, a ogólna podaż jest ograniczona, stopniowo zwiększając się na początku maja. "Opóźnienia" read more

As geopolitical tensions in the Red Sea disrupt trade routes, Kenya's position in Africa's avocado export market is being tested by Tanzania's expansion into emerging markets like India. The Red Sea crisis, driven by escalating Houthi attacks, has altered maritime logistics, prompting shipping. read more

Australia: Woolworths lowers prices on hundreds of essential items and family favorites

Woolworths Group announced: "Starting from Wednesday, May 14th, prices will be reduced on nearly 400 popular products from the Woolworths quality own brand range as well as many customer-favorite branded items." read more

In January-March 2025, China exported apples to Russia with the highest figure since 2019, according to an analysis by RIA Novosti based on data from Chinese customs. During the first quarter, shipments of Chinese apples to Russia totaled $12.4 million, which is 1.5 times more than in the previous period. read more

For a decade, LoBello has been representing the state of the art in tomato taste quality in the international market, with appreciation extending from the West to the East, from traditional Spain to the unexpected Israel; the latter certainly being a flagship for read more

In recent years, especially Asian manufacturers of generic plant protection products have built up large overcapacities and are entering the market with persistent low prices, some of which are below the production costs of plant protection products in Europe. read more

The Sydney Markets Fresh Awards will return for the tenth year this July, celebrating achievements in the fresh produce and floral industry in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory. read more

Crocus Labs has announced a notable increase in energy efficiency during a vertical strawberry trial using their adaptive LED lighting system. The Berlin-based research firm partnered with a Japanese breeder to conduct tests on a premium strawberry variety, with the goal of enhancing flavor and yield. read more

The 3rd Ho Chi Minh City Orchid Festival, with the theme "The Colorful Train Journey", is scheduled to be held from May 16 to 20 at Tao Dan Park in Ho Chi Minh City. The event aims to celebrate the beauty of orchids and promote cultural exchange, tourism, and urban agriculture. This information was provided by the city's Department of. read more

Mango farmers in South Gujarat, Saurashtra, and Sindh, India, are facing significant crop losses due to unseasonal weather and climate change. In Gujarat, thunderstorms with strong winds resulted in widespread fruit drop just before harvest, leading to an estimated 30-35% crop loss. read more

Plants Breeder's Rights (PBR) and royalty payments are the primary sources of revenue for breeders. These mechanisms are essential for incentivizing innovations that enable the development of new plant varieties. In addition to their aesthetic appeal, these new varieties are also more resilient to the effects of climate change. read more

Brazil stands as the third-largest fruit producer globally, following China and India. In 2024, Brazil's fruit exports reached USD 1.3 billion, doubling the figures from a decade ago. Despite this growth, the nation ranks 23rd among global fruit exporters. To enhance their position, 40 Brazilian… read more

The Soleil Group, located in Hoedspruit, Limpopo, operates citrus farms and packhouses in Limpopo. The company is one of the first in South Africa to initiate exports when supply chains shift to the Southern Hemisphere, providing them with direct access to the final fruit shipments from Turkey and Spain. read more

Last-minute shoppers made their way to a well-known flower market in Hong Kong on Sunday to purchase carnations and roses in celebration of Mother's Day, despite concerns raised by some vendors about heightened competition from florists providing delivery services from mainland China. The Mong Kok Flower Market was bustling with activity. read more

Family Mart has introduced a frozen chocolate-covered banana, bringing back a nostalgic treat for many in Japan. This treat, traditionally sold at festival stalls, has been rare to find in regular stores. Family Mart's version, made with their own "Famimaru" brand bananas, perfectly captures the classic flavor. read more

Stany Zjednoczone i Chiny osiągnęły porozumienie w sprawie znacznego obniżenia ceł na towary drugiej strony na początkowy okres 90 dni. Ten rozwój nastąpił po rozległych negocjacjach handlowych w Genewie, w Szwajcarii, w których uczestniczyli urzędnicy obu narodów. Wspólne oświadczenie zostało opublikowane. read more

Minister Todd McClay, responsible for Trade and Investment as well as Agriculture, is traveling to the United Kingdom to participate in the first in-person joint NZ-UK Ministerial Trade Committee meeting. This event commemorates the two-year anniversary of the New Zealand-United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement (FTA). McClay underlined the importance of improved access. read more

In the days leading up to Mother's Day, flower prices were rising sharply due to strong demand. Data from the Kunming Flower Auction Center shows that the daily supply volume recently reached a record high of over 8 million stems, with the average price increasing to RMB 1.3 per stem, a 30% rise. read more

As previously reported by EastFruit, exports of the new cherry crop have begun from Uzbekistan's Fergana region. At the beginning of the season, Uzbek exporters are already observing high demand for their cherries in international markets. read more

A sustained downward trend in wholesale prices for cucumbers in Uzbekistan since late March is typical for this time of year. However, during the current season—from the end of March through early May—prices have fallen to their lowest levels for this period in several years, EastFruit read more