The Australian company Coolsan and Janssen PMP, a division of Janssen Pharmaceutica NV, have signed an exclusive international agreement to explore opportunities for expanding and improving postharvest applications of ChillSafe™ technology, which is built on the Ultra Low Dose of Hydrogen Peroxide Vapor. read more

In recent years, Shizhong District in Zaozhuang City, located in Shandong Province in eastern China, has implemented various measures to enhance the efficiency and quality of agricultural development. This includes initiatives like promoting brand building and nurturing new forms of agricultural businesses such as professional... read more

The Primorsky Interregional Office of Rosselkhoznadzor inspected the sixth batch of orchids imported from China in 2024 at the phytosanitary control post "Pogranichny" in Primorsky Krai. On October 4th, a total of 103,700 young plants were imported into the region. This summer, there were also large shipments of orchids. read more

The reporter of China Daily visited Yinhuang Farm in Beijing's Changping district, where the crisp autumn air of Beijing blended with the earthy smell of freshly tilled soil. Yinhuang is the first Bayer ForwardFarming project in the Asia-Pacific region, providing customized regenerative agricultural solutions. read more

With the stabilization of China-Australia relations, the Australian avocado industry, led by Avocados Australia, is eager to explore the Chinese market, acknowledging its substantial potential for their products. In late August and early September, a delegation including John Tyas, CEO of Avocados Australia, visited China to conduct market research and establish connections. read more

Aotearoa New Zealand is scheduled to be the first country to celebrate World Fruit & Vegetable Day on October 18, in line with the worldwide focus on promoting a sustainable and healthy future. The 5+ A Day Charitable Trust is leading the way by organizing international celebrations, with 30 countries ready to participate. read more

Zespół EastFruit rozpoczyna proces selekcji importerów owoców i warzyw oraz kupców sieci supermarketów z Polski, Rumunii, Ukrainy, Kazachstanu i Uzbekistanu na bezpłatną wycieczkę na targi Food Africa w Kairze, w Egipcie, od 3 do 5 grudnia 2024 r., w ramach których odbędą się negocjacje. read more

Sarah Hawkless, the founder of Emerden – a flower farm, seed, and plant merchant in Taranaki, is part of a new generation of female, small-scale, seasonal flower growers who are following their passion for nature and color while creating thriving businesses that cater to our love for all kinds of flowers. read more

We are delighted to announce that the Australian macadamia industry has once again achieved 100% compliance in the National Residue Survey (NRS). The 2023-24 survey represents the 27th consecutive year of flawless results, underscoring our industry's dedication to excellence and sustainable macadamia production. read more

Deputy Minister of Agriculture Nigina Anvari has reported that Tajikistan has experienced a 30% increase in its agricultural exports to Russia over the past nine months. In contrast, imports from Russia to Tajikistan have surged by 38% during the same period compared to 2023. read more

The ongoing cooperation between the Bureau of Plant Industry and the Bureau of Customs resulted in the confiscation of a 40-foot container van containing fresh yellow onions, with an estimated value of around P3.5 million. The shipment was brought in from China by JRA and Pearl Enterprise, Inc. read more

Israel's Medjool dates harvest is currently in full swing, with the peak picking already completed. This year, the date season started 10 days earlier than last year, beginning with the Bhari dates before moving on to the main attraction, which is the Medjool dates. Gal Twig, from the Israel Dates Board, stated, "We are over" read more

The first shipment of Chilean cherries for the new season has arrived in Shanghai, marking the beginning of arrivals at different ports across China. Gonzalo Matamala, General Manager for Giddings Fruit's Asia and China region, confirmed the arrival to the Global Times. read more

The Australian mango season is starting later than usual, but the industry still anticipates a good level of production and high quality throughout the summer. The Australian Mango Industry Association reports that the harvest has increased for growers in Darwin over the past two weeks, with a significant ramp-up in their activities. read more

W sezonie 2023/24 Ukraina z powodzeniem przywróciła import pomarańczy, co oznacza trzeci z rzędu sezon wobec pełnoskalowej agresji Rosji, zgodnie z informacjami portalu EastFruit. Od listopada 2023 do czerwca 2024 ukraińscy importerzy sprowadzili 65 000 ton pomarańczy, przewyższając... read more

In Adana, Turkey, the harvest season for early tangerine varieties such as Primasol, Early-N, Okitsu Wase, and Miho Wase has started. The cultivation of these tangerines covers around 379 thousand acres, with the fruits being hand-picked and transported to markets. Despite that, read more

Secure Logistics Group Limited (SLGL) from Pakistan has officially entered into an agreement to provide transportation services to Maersk West and Central Asia Limited, as revealed in a recent stock filing. This partnership signifies SLG's incorporation as a Transport Service Provider for Maersk, reflecting its. read more

"Good hygiene is of great importance to us, especially in the propagation and cultivation departments," says Niels de Ree, Team Leader Propagation at Van Son En Koot. In Kaatsheuvel, the Netherlands, they grow a wide range of ornamental shrubs, 40% to 50% of which are Japanese maples, also known. read more

According to the Cyprus Consumers’ Association, retail prices for fresh fruit and vegetables continue to be a significant issue for consumers, with an average retail profit margin of 165 percent being reported on the price paid to producers for 15 items in the government’s e-Kofini price observatory. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association Australia and New Zealand (IFPA ANZ) has announced that it will begin searching for a new managing director to lead the association into a period of growth, following the resignation of Ben Hoodless. read more