With the Chinese Lantern Festival approaching this Wednesday, many seasonal fruit traders have noticed an increase in sales. The festival has led to a surge in the market, causing prices for certain fruits like cherries and nectarines to rise due to limited supply. read more

Australijski producent opakowań Detpak niedawno po raz pierwszy wystawił swoje produkty na targach Fruit Logistica, otrzymując przytłaczająco pozytywne opinie od odwiedzających stoisko. "Pojechaliśmy do Berlina, aby wzmocnić nasze kontakty na rynku europejskim i spotkaliśmy się z ogromnym zainteresowaniem naszymi opakowaniami z włókien." read more

Yacov Hason, the marketing manager of Erel Dates based in Israel, has stated that the demand for dates from Israel has increased in several markets around the world. "We put in a lot of effort this past season and exported a large quantity of dates to Dubai, Russia, and the United States. This year, we have significantly expanded into the free market." read more

Dava's greenhouse complexes in Saudi Arabia will soon cover more than 110 hectares. They are expected to play a significant role in achieving the goals of Saudi Vision 2030. The Minister of Environment, Water, and Agriculture of Saudi Arabia recently visited the greenhouse company to learn more about their contribution. Saudi Vision 2030 is a strategic plan to diversify the Saudi economy and reduce its dependence on oil. read more

In 2024, Taiwan continued to be a crucial market for U.S. agricultural exports, with total trade amounting to $3.8 billion, a 2% rise from the previous year. Fresh fruit exports were particularly influential in driving this growth, positioning Taiwan as the fourth-largest market for U.S. fresh fruit. This category experienced a 16% read more

Valentine's Day is the ideal time to cherish special moments with loved ones, surround yourself with beauty, and indulge in delicious yet healthy treats. Fruits are not only a sophisticated addition to a romantic evening but also symbolize love, passion, and caring for well-being. read more

North Ossetia-Alania is exploring agricultural cooperation with Belarus, with a focus on cultivating vegetables and fruits. Sergei Menyailo emphasizes that North Ossetia is home to Russia's largest asparagus farm, a crop that was previously uncommon in Russian agriculture. Additionally, the region is also revitalizing its apple orchards. read more

Growing up surrounded by the vivid colors and fragrances of rose farms, sisters Yeshoda and Rhea Karuturi were deeply rooted in the world of flowers from a young age. This early exposure gave them a distinctive insight into the floral industry, observing its transformation from scattered markets to a more uniform system. read more

Na Tu BiShvat, Centralne Biuro Statystyczne Izraela opublikowało dane dotyczące sadów, produkcji świeżych owoców i importu suszonych owoców. Raport pokazuje znaczący spadek nowych nasadzeń drzew w latach 2023-2024, głównie z powodu wojny. Szacowana powierzchnia nowo posadzonych drzew owocowych w roku hebrajskim. read more

February is the busiest month for cut flower exporters in Turkey, as Valentine's Day on the 14th of the month leads to the shipment of 70 million or more blooms to markets across the continent. Revenue of between $8 million and $10 million is expected, followed by International Women's Day. read more

KWS Vegetables, a global leader in spinach seed production, recently hosted its open house days from February 11 to 13 at its trial field in Miranda, Murcia. The Dutch multinational company showcased new and improved spinach varieties and welcomed customers from across Europe to its 20-hectare test field. read more

The global onion market is currently facing major challenges, including oversupply, fluctuating demand, and price instability impacting various regions. In Europe, high stock levels are putting pressure on prices, with slow sales being reported in France, Germany, Spain, and the Netherlands. Italy is also experiencing similar challenges in the onion market. read more

A minister of agriculture who was enthusiastically eating an apple was present during the packing of the first South African apples bound for Thailand in sixteen years, following the announcement in December that access had been resumed. Core Fruit wasted no time and swiftly loaded the first container of Joya apples this week, which are expected to... read more

Analysts at the EastFruit project have reported a decrease in the prices of imported tomatoes from Turkey in Ukraine this week. This drop in price is due to a significant lack of interest from wholesale companies and retail chains in purchasing these tomatoes. read more

The 2025 kiwifruit harvest in New Zealand has commenced, with the first fruit being picked just outside Edgecumbe in the Bay of Plenty. This marks the earliest harvest ever recorded. Growers Mark and Josie Ruiter, along with their Orchard Manager Sarah Davidson, were thrilled to be the first in New Zealand to start harvesting kiwifruit. read more

Topian, the Neom Food Sector company, was established in 2022 and, under the leadership of Juan Carlos Motamayor, made significant strides towards ambitious goals: it constructed high-tech greenhouses and a vertical farm in Oxagon, as well as high-tech, retractable roof greenhouses in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. read more

Qatar Airways Cargo has transported 2,800 tonnes of flowers, equivalent to 42 million fresh-cut red roses, from Kenya and South America for Valentine's Day. The carrier transported almost 1,600 tonnes of red roses from Nairobi on its scheduled flights and charters. Additionally, it carried close read more

Enes Gulbudak, the foreign trade manager for Turkish apple exporter Gulbudak, mentioned that the Turkish apple season has been successful. The exporter has successfully diversified its export markets beyond just India. "Our apple season has been going well so far, despite some challenges," he said. read more

Terra Nova Nurseries has unveiled a preview of its new Echinacea Prima™ 'Aura'. This striking perennial stands out in the garden with its jewel-toned flowers, showcasing a deep rose-pink center that transitions gracefully to a soft pastel-lime at the edges. Echinacea Prima 'Aura' is the ninth in the series. read more

In Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, there was a record-breaking snowfall from late December 2024 to January 2025. The total snowfall was more than three times the average level, reaching 314 cm during December and January. Particularly during the New Year period, heavy snowfalls were recorded. read more