The apple and pear industry in New Zealand has exceeded NZ$1 billion (€550 million) in revenue at the orchard gate for the first time, as indicated by new economic impact data published by New Zealand Apples and Pears (NZAPI). read more

It is expected that this upward trend will continue, as NZAPI predicts a 10% increase in exports for the 2025 harvest, from 19.1 million Tray Carton Equivalents (TCE) in 2024 (current) to potentially 21 million TCE in 2025. Thanks to ideal winter and read more

Przemysł jabłek i gruszek w Nowej Zelandii po raz pierwszy przekroczył wartość ponad 1 miliarda dolarów nowozelandzkich przy bramie sadu, zgodnie z nowymi danymi dotyczącymi wpływu gospodarczego. read more

FreshTest, an initiative for residue and microbial testing by Fresh Markets Australia (FMA), will now be able to detect over 480 analytes across various crops following the addition of 12 new analytes to the program. read more

The Jiangnan Fruit Wholesale Market in Guangzhou is China's most influential hub for imported fresh fruit, playing a crucial role in the supply chain. Significant volumes of U.S. cherries, plums, citrus, apples, and grapes enter China through this market before being distributed to other cities. read more

SPAR China partners are continuing store development nationwide. Recently, at the end of 2024, the SPAR Supermarket Qingdao Leke City officially opened its doors after undergoing significant renovations. This store places a strong emphasis on fresh produce, offering a wide variety of local and international fruits. read more

Obecnie w Indiach Walentynki są obchodzone z wielkim entuzjazmem, zwłaszcza wśród młodszego pokolenia. Walentynki zyskały na popularności w ostatnich latach głównie w obszarach miejskich. Wielu młodych Hindusów traktuje Walentynki jako okazję do wyrażenia swojej miłości i uczucia. read more

The Bonaf factory, located in the Tashkent region, is considering purchasing berries from Kyrgyzstan for the production of freeze-dried products, according to the Trade Representation of Kyrgyzstan. Trade representatives held talks with the factory's management, during which Bonaf expressed its interest. read more

The automation of fruit orchard cultivation is at the center of major research groups internationally, at least according to the contributions presented at the recent "Orchard Systems 2025" Symposium held in New Zealand from January 20th to 25th, under the auspices of the International. read more

The conflict in Israel has had a significant impact on local farms, resulting in a scarcity of fresh produce and a rise in agricultural imports. In 2024, Israel imported 227,000 tons of fruits and vegetables from 30 countries, showing a 13% increase compared to 2023. Five specific items made up 75% of all imports. read more

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has ordered that all imported onions must arrive in the Philippines by February 20. This decision is intended to avoid competition with locally grown onions, which has been criticized by farmers. Agriculture Assistant Secretary and spokesperson Arnel de Mesa mentioned that the importation of onions... read more

Dla pierwszy razu, wiodące platformy e-commerce w Chinach, JD.com i Tmall, z sukcesem importowały świeże owoce za pośrednictwem kanału handlu elektronicznego transgranicznego (CBEC). Było to częściowo wynikiem zwiększonej dostępności łańcucha chłodniczego. Obie platformy utworzyły własne magazyny CBEC z łańcuchem chłodniczym,... read more

The Port of Chancay, located in Peru, is introducing a new way of exporting perishable goods from South America to Asia. José Antonio Gómez Bazán, former CEO of Camposol, mentioned that by reducing the transit time to only 25 days to Shanghai, it creates numerous opportunities to enhance the quality and... read more

Mandarins were primarily from Spain. Imports from Israel and Turkey followed in terms of importance. In addition, Moroccan and Italian offers were available at the shops. The presence of clementines had apparently been further limited: according to the BLE, Spanish loads dominated this sector. read more

On February 7, as the city celebrated Rose Day, florists across Pune experienced a significant increase in sales, with thousands of roses being sold throughout the day. From the bustling streets of FC Road to the vibrant Pimpri Market, florists were busy meeting the high demand for roses. read more

Obecnie w Indiach Walentynki są obchodzone z wielkim entuzjazmem, szczególnie wśród młodszego pokolenia. Walentynki zyskały na popularności w ostatnich latach głównie w obszarach miejskich. Wielu młodych Hindusów postrzega Walentynki jako okazję do wyrażenia miłości i uczucia. read more

After previously imposing import duties on Mexico, Canada, and China, some of which were later suspended, U.S. President Trump has now approved new import duties on steel and aluminum. Effective March 4, he has implemented a 25% import tax on all steel and aluminum entering the U.S., a move of considerable significance. read more

The Dutch company Farmhouse International has announced the acquisition of EFP International's operations. The acquired business will be integrated into Valstar, enhancing its sales activities in markets such as the Middle East, Ireland, Malta, and Cyprus. This expansion will further strengthen Farmhouse's presence in these regions. read more

The color of citrus peel has long been used as a traditional measure of ripeness. However, in mandarins from Chongqing, China, the peel and pulp do not ripen at the same time. While the pulp ripens, the peel remains green, impacting its commercial worth. A recent study published in the Journal of the Science of Food and... read more

Ponad 64 tony tajskich durianów zostały odrzucone przez chińskich urzędników po stwierdzeniu zanieczyszczenia żółtym barwnikiem - informuje gazeta The Nation. read more