Asia & Oceania

The production of vegetables in the southeast region appears to be lower due to recent cold temperatures. "Currently, there is limited volume of any produce coming from the southeast region due to the cool and rainy weather in Florida and Georgia. This has also been exacerbated by some snowfall in the southern areas." read more

The European Union has decided to extend the economic sanctions imposed on Russia, aiming to restrict Moscow's financial resources used in the conflict with Ukraine. This extension, which required unanimous agreement among member states, was at risk due to Hungarian demands, but eventually a compromise was reached. read more

An Australian stone fruit producer has acknowledged that this summer has presented significant challenges for production due to the wet weather in the growing regions. Tom Panna, the National Sales Director of Mattina Fresh, stated that the rain arrived right in the middle of the season, affecting not only their location but the entire industry. read more

AvoGrey® Greenskin avocados will be launching in selected New Zealand fresh produce retailers early next week, marking the start of this season's supply. After a limited availability last year, there will be larger quantities available in 2025, as production is projected to see a significant increase. read more

The global avocado market is currently undergoing dynamic changes, driven by increases in production, evolving consumer preferences, and logistical hurdles. Peru, Israel, and Morocco are the main players in avocado supply, with wholesale market prices for standard commercial sizes (14-16-18) ranging from 20 to read more

Droushia deputy mayor Sotiris Koupparis emphasized the difficulties that banana farmers are encountering as a result of water shortages, pointing out that the complete extent of the impact has yet to be evaluated. Even with recent rainfall, Cyprus' reservoirs are only at a quarter of their capacity. Regions supplied by the Mavrokolympos dam also depend on the Paphos water supply. read more

Global shipping services and New Zealand ports may experience changes following a collaboration between Hapag Lloyd and Maersk. The two operators have launched Gemini Cooperation, operational since February 1, involving 340 vessels on seven major trade routes, supported by feeder services. read more

Farmers in Chitradurga have embraced LED technology for cultivating chrysanthemums, installing around 300 LED bulbs per acre to ensure consistent production year-round. This method safeguards the plants during winter and also creates a stunning visual spectacle that draws in visitors. read more

Nadmierna podaż wiśni spowodowała gwałtowny spadek cen, wpływając na rentowność sektora. Tymczasem jabłka wykazały większą stabilność i możliwości rozwoju. "Ostatni sezon wiśni napotkał trudności z powodu dużej produkcji w Chile, która nasycała azjatyckie rynki i spowodowała...

The oversupply of cherries caused a sharp drop in prices, affecting the sector's profitability. Meanwhile, apples have shown greater stability and opportunities for expansion. "The recent cherry season faced difficulties due to Chile's high production volume, which saturated Asian markets and caused... read more

This season marks 5 years since Magnus Kahl Seeds BV was established in the EU. "Before the establishment of Magnus Kahl Seeds BV, the European market was served from our Australian headquarters for 15 years. Having a manager, office, and warehouse in Europe over the past 5 years has been a significant step." read more

The citrus division of Israel’s Plants Production and Marketing Board has announced that the country's total citrus forecast is 506,000 tonnes, which is a 4.5 percent decrease from the 529,000 tonnes harvested last year. read more

The production of some products has significantly decreased as farmers have shifted to other crops due to climate-related extreme heat and floods, as well as low demand compared to the high production of the previous year. read more

According to Turkey's Hurriyet Daily News, rising costs and damages caused by climate change are leading farmers in Turkey to shift towards growing crop varieties that require less labor and investment. read more

The Iran Organic Association (IOA) celebrated its 18th anniversary with a seminar that highlighted the ongoing efforts to locate organic production areas throughout Iran and establish new companies and organizations. This information was shared by the Iranian cooperative Zarrin Group, which participated in the event. read more

Grapa Varieties organized its inaugural Australian Arra Fire Crunch field day on 24 January 2025, with over 80 table grape growers in attendance at the event in Sunraysia. read more

Jager Holland from Emmen reflects on a successful export season in overseas markets with outdoor products such as onions, potatoes, and carrots. "Since June, we have been active in several markets, including West Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean region. In some West African countries, we read more

The proportion of imported fruits in the Russian fresh fruit market has traditionally been between 70-80%, as stated by Irina Koziy, CEO of FruitNews. "A lot of fruit varieties, like bananas and citrus fruits, do not grow in Russia or are produced in limited quantities due to severe climate conditions." read more

As the Chilean cherry industry anxiously awaits the delayed arrival of the vessel Maersk Saltaro, carrying over 1,300 containers of cherries bound for China early next month, the industry association Frutas de Chile has acknowledged that "it's a very complicated situation." They will wait until the end of the season to assess the total impact. read more

Celebrating the New Year at the Flower Fair, the Shenzhen Flower Fair exudes a strong Chinese New Year atmosphere. The 2025 Spring Festival Flower Fair in Nanshan District, Shenzhen, officially started on January 22nd at the Netherlands Flower Town and will run until February 12th. read more

Chợ Lách District in the Mekong Delta province of Bến Tre in Vietnam has earned a well-deserved reputation in the southern region for its long-standing tradition of cultivating flowers, ornamental plants, and seedlings. The district has become a key hub for this industry. read more