Pittsburgh-based Bloomfield Robotics has been acquired by Kubota Corporation, a leading global tractor manufacturer based in Osaka, Japan, through its North American subsidiary, Kubota North America Corporation. read more

Spain exported 3,661 tonnes of fresh fruits and vegetables worth €5.9m to China in the first half of this year, a decrease of 6% in value and 1% in volume compared to the same period in 2023. Imports for the first six months of this year grew 65% in value and 34% in volume. read more

The company, which is currently present in around 50 markets, aims to not only consolidate its customer base across Europe with its trading strategy, but also gradually expand its presence on other continents, such as in Asia. read more

The Philippines may regain its previously dominant share of South Korea's banana market if a free trade agreement between the two countries, as anticipated, is ratified soon. read more

Slovenia: SPAR reports 13.6% revenue growth in FY 2023

SPAR Slovenia has announced strong financial results for the fiscal year 2023, with a gross turnover of €1.2 billion, representing a 13.6% year-over-year increase. The pre-tax profit reached €21.6 million, and the operating profit margin was... read more

Farmers cultivating golden bananas, known as kluay hom thong, in Thailand have reported a significant increase in business, driven by growing demand and a steady rise in prices. Somchai Nunual, who heads a group dedicated to the cultivation and protection of these bananas in the Bang Kaew district of Phatthalung province, is one of those experiencing this positive trend. read more

The Department of Agriculture Leh took a step towards advancing local farming practices by organizing a one-day Farmer Exposure Tour for farmers from the Durbuk and Nyoma blocks. The event, held on September 6, was inaugurated by Chief Agriculture Officer Thinles Dawa and aimed to introduce the farmers to new and innovative farming techniques. read more

Asian currencies experienced a downturn, with the Philippine peso falling by 0.5% against the stable US dollar. The anticipation of the release of US inflation data on Wednesday has created a cautious atmosphere among investors in Asia. The Philippine peso, as well as the South Korean won and... read more

The agri-food company Bollo Natural Fruit has participated in the latest edition of Asia Fruit Logistica, held in Hong Kong between September 4 and 6. An appointment

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W odpowiedzi na zniszczenia spowodowane przez tajfun Yagi na północy Wietnamu, które skutkowały zniszczeniem znacznej części produkcji rolnej, supermarkety w regionie zwiększyły swoje zakupy warzyw i owoców z centralnej i południowej części kraju. read more

Eksport cebuli do Indonezji ma zostać wznowiony bez konieczności wcześniejszej fumigacji bromkiem metylu przed wysyłką, po udanych negocjacjach. Wcześniej, w grudniu 2023 roku, wprowadzenie regulacji przez indonezyjskich urzędników, które wymagało tej fumigacji, spowodowało zatrzymanie eksportu. Ten okres przerwy miał wpływ na... read more

W ciągu pierwszych siedmiu miesięcy Wietnam zanotował wzrost eksportu duriana na rynki, takie jak Tajlandia, Hongkong i Korea Południowa, z dwucyfrowym wzrostem rok do roku. Chiny nadal pozostają głównym rynkiem, z eksportem zwiększającym się o prawie 53% do 1,47 miliarda dolarów amerykańskich. read more

In the first half of this year, Kazakhstan imported over 400,000 tons of fruit and berries, marking a 33.8% increase from last year, with a total value of $234.1 million. Apple imports saw a significant rise to 94,000 tons, with Poland maintaining its position as the top source. Pear imports doubled to 23,500 tons, primarily. read more

The new season for fragrant pears from Shanxi, China, started in August. This year, prolonged high temperatures during the growing season have resulted in a decrease in the total production of fragrant and Gong pears. However, the percentage of high-quality, ready-to-market fruits has increased in Shanxi. read more

Zespri™ Kiwifruit, a New Zealand company and a global leader in the production and marketing of kiwifruit, will be present on September 14th and 15th at Punta Marina (Ravenna) at the Kalemana Festival, the largest Italian experience festival that combines yoga, sports, and wellness. This event is now in its third year. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica 2024, which took place in Hong Kong from September 4 to 6, attracted 280 Chinese exhibitors, representing a 12% increase from the previous year. Exhibitors from different Chinese regions, such as Sichuan, Hebei, Shaanxi, and Shanxi, displayed a diverse array of products. Many exhibitors offered... read more

Frutadeli, one of the main producers and exporters of bananas in Ecuador, continues to excel in the global banana market. While Ecuador may not be the largest banana producer in the world, it is the leading exporter known for the quality of its fruit. According to CEO Sandra Monroy, Frutadeli has read more

The Australian Fresh Produce Alliance (AFPA) welcomes the official launch of the Federal Parliamentary Friends of Fresh Produce, a new bipartisan group established to support and advocate for Australia's fresh produce industry. The launch event, to be held at Parliament House on Wednesday. read more

Passion fruits have been added to the list of Vietnamese fruits officially exported to Australia, becoming the fifth type of fruit to be included after mangoes, longans, lychees, and dragon fruits. The announcement was made during a ceremony on September 9, held by the Plant Protection Department of the Ministry of Agriculture. read more

Kiwifruit marketer Zespri and its shipping partner ANL – a part of CMA CGM – have initiated a feasibility study to explore the potential for a low-emissions corridor between New Zealand and Belgium. read more