Retail food inflation in India reached a three-month high of 9.24% in September, rising sharply from 5.66% in August. This increase was mainly due to a significant rise in vegetable prices and edible oils moving into inflationary territory. Sequentially, consumer food prices also increased. read more

Azerbaijan, known for its pomegranate orchards, is taking advantage of the increasing global interest in this fruit. Pomegranates, a symbol of the country and a key component of its agriculture, are becoming more and more sought after in international markets. In 2023, Azerbaijan produced around 190,000. read more

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper, together with Governor Brian P. Kemp, the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), and the Georgia Forestry Commission, recently announced an initial estimate of Hurricane Helene's economic impact on Georgia. read more

Set to undergo significant losses due to the outbreak. The Tomato Potato Psyllid (TPP) has affected tomato crops in South Australia, posing a threat to numerous jobs and millions of dollars in revenue. Additionally, consumers may see an increase in tomato prices as a major player in the industry, 'Perfection Fresh', is expected to suffer substantial financial setbacks as a result of this unprecedented virus outbreak in Australia. read more

In Aksaray, a region mainly supported by agriculture and animal husbandry, organic garlic farming is being carried out, with exports reaching countries such as Russia and Germany. At the age of 66, Aydın Öngün has started planting organic garlic on over 120 acres of land. Having harvested read more

New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers Incorporated (NZKGI) is now backing Zespri's efforts to boost kiwifruit crop volumes internationally, after taking a neutral stance on the company's expansion plans for 2022. The 2022 proposal aimed to expand the crop area to meet market demands during the off-season. read more

Rząd rozpoczął otwartą sprzedaż na rynku (OMS) produktów spożywczych, w tym ziemniaków, cebuli i warzyw w stolicy, mając na celu złagodzenie obciążenia finansowego dla osób o stałych dochodach. Ten ruch, opisany przez sekretarza Ministerstwa Rolnictwa Mohammada Emdada Ullaha Miana, jest pierwszym. read more

INTA San Pedro, renowned for its efforts in enhancing stone fruit trees, recently registered a new plum variety named Silvana INTA in the National Registry of Varieties (RNC) in early 2024. This step further solidifies INTA's dedication to advancing fruit production in Argentina. Silvana INTA is a Japanese-type variety. read more

Over the past five years, the dynamics of the global blueberry export market have undergone notable changes, particularly among countries ranked outside the top ten exporters. Zimbabwe, for instance, has emerged as a key player, ascending to the 13th position in global blueberry exports with an... read more

The harvest of domestically grown cranberries in China is currently in full swing, with production and market interest experiencing significant growth compared to previous years. Fuyuan, Heilongjiang, is home to China's largest cranberry planting base, spanning approximately 280 hectares. This year marks the sixth year of cranberry cultivation in the region. read more

The Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) has revealed that Iran's tomato exports reached $207 million in the first six months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-September 21). This announcement coincides with a general rise in the country's agricultural product exports. read more

On September 20, 2024, in Yangzhou, COSCO SHIPPING CHILE was officially christened, adding a new vessel to COSCO SHIPPING's fleet. This ship, measuring 335.9 meters, has the capacity to carry 14,100 TEUs and includes room for 2,100 refrigerated containers. It is designed to facilitate the transportation. read more

W Armenii sektor rolny stanął w obliczu znaczących dostosowań cen w tym roku, przy czym ceny warzyw i owoców wzrosły znacząco. Eskalacja cen jest przypisywana kilku czynnikom, które wpływają zarówno na producentów, jak i konsumentów w całym kraju. Warzywa zanotowały wzrost cen o około 9%. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association Australia and New Zealand (IFPA ANZ) is searching for a new managing director to lead the association into a period of growth, following the resignation of Ben Hoodless. Hoodless, a passionate supporter of the fresh produce and floral industry, read more

Turkish pomegranate harvest has started and the weather is positively impacting this year, according to Kerem Tümen, export manager of Turkish fresh produce trader Tümen Tarim. "The harvest of Hicaz pomegranates has begun in Turkey. The weather conditions have been very favorable." read more

Cena orzechów laskowych wzrosła o około 30% w porównaniu z ubiegłym rokiem, jak twierdzi Levan Kardava, dyrektor wykonawczy gruzińskiego stowarzyszenia przetwórców i eksporterów orzechów. Kardava tłumaczy, że lokalne gruzińskie firmy nie są w stanie ustalić swoich cen, ponieważ turecki rynek. read more

Fengtai District in southern Beijing has a rich history of horticulture that dates back 800 years. Today, it is at the forefront of the industry's digital transformation, housing one of China's most significant flower distribution centers and a fresh flower auction house. A digital platform utilizes big data to facilitate a seamless flow of goods and services. read more

Mission Produce has announced its "World's Finest Avocados and World's Finest Mangos" campaign ahead of the International Fresh Produce Association's Global Produce & Floral Show in Atlanta, Georgia, scheduled for October 17-19, 2024. As part of the campaign, the company will introduce a new product innovation. read more

W ostatnim webinarze zorganizowanym przez PotatoLink sektor ziemniaka w Australii otrzymał wgląd w identyfikację i zarządzanie chorobami. Sesja, w której wystąpili Dr Kasia Duellman z University of Idaho i Dr Len Tesoriero z Crop Doc Consulting, jest teraz dostępna do obejrzenia na... read more

Next month, Zespri will likely bring to a vote among its associated producers in New Zealand the development of an additional 2,500 hectares of kiwifruit in Italy, France, Greece, South Korea, and Japan. As reported by the NZ Herald, the company needs to obtain the support of the read more