Rachel Depree, Executive Officer Sustainability at Zespri, says that shipping plays a crucial role in New Zealand's export-oriented economy, as it transports 99% of the country's trade volume and about 80% of its value. "Low-emission shipping is read more

Rachel Depree, Executive Officer Sustainability at Zespri, says that shipping plays a crucial role in New Zealand's export-oriented economy, as it transports 99% of New Zealand's trade volume and around 80% of its value. "Low-emission shipping is" read more

Australia and Vietnam have aimed to boost trade between the two countries through a new bilateral agricultural agreement that allows for the export of Australian plums to Vietnam and Vietnamese passionfruit to Australia. read more

Over 750 major fruit and vegetable companies from over 40 countries and regions participated in the 17th Asia Fruit Logistica (AFL) in Hong Kong on 4-6 September. Among them, Joy Wing Mau, China's top fruit company, was awarded Importer of the Year at the 2024 Asia Fruit Awards. read more

South Korea has recently experienced a significant rise in summer temperatures, with a recent report suggesting a move towards a tropical climate. This change is projected to have a significant effect on the country's agricultural industry, introducing the concept of "heatflation," which refers to... read more

New Zealand Associate Transport Minister Matt Doocey recently hosted an event to support the launch of a feasibility study for establishing a low-emission shipping route between Tauranga and Zeebrugge in Belgium, via the Panama Canal. The study was commissioned by Zespri and is a key initiative for promoting sustainable shipping practices. read more

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (NYSE: ZIM), a global container liner shipping company, announced today that it has entered into a new long-term operational cooperation with Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) on the Asia - US East Coast and Asia - US Gulf trades. The new services are. read more

Rząd zobowiązał się do przeznaczenia 300 000 dolarów na przestrzeni trzech lat na inicjatywę Women in Horticulture. W komunikacie prasowym zastępczyni ministra rolnictwa, Nicolii Grigg, powiedziano: "Rząd umożliwia kobietom w branży ogrodniczej poprzez finansowanie inicjatywy, która będzie wspierać nawiązywanie kontaktów i"

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Farmers in Badghis, Afghanistan, are experiencing significant losses caused by worm infestations in their melon crops. The problem, worsened by economic difficulties, has made it difficult for farmers to buy the required fertilizers and insecticides to safeguard their fields, putting their crops at risk. read more

Australia has introduced a new type of avocado called the Jala, which is gaining attention for its large size, weighing around 1-1.2 kilograms. This variety stands out not just for its size, which is four times bigger than regular avocados found in stores, but also for its quality. read more

South African pears have emerged as a strong force in the Indian market, surpassing competitors from other countries. This change is mainly due to their high quality and consistent availability, as highlighted by a major fruit importer in India. At the IFPA Southern Africa conference, Shubha Rawal mentioned... read more

Chiinese potato industry has become a crucial part of the country's agricultural sector, playing a key role in ensuring food security, promoting economic development, and tackling environmental sustainability issues. Being the most populous nation in the world, China faces read more

The Carrefour Group aims to establish its presence in India through a strategic franchise partnership with the Apparel Group. The goal of this partnership is to initially introduce the brand in the northern region of India and eventually expand nationwide, with the first stores set to open in New Delhi in 2025. Thank you. read more

The Peruvian company Danper, which specializes in growing, packing, processing, and exporting fine fruits and vegetables, with Rosario Bazán as the founder and CEO, is looking to expand its presence in the Asian market. "We are committed to solidifying our position in our existing markets and we recognize the tremendous growth opportunities in Asia." read more

Grupo Monobanda is a conglomerate consisting of eight companies, two of which are directly involved in banana production and exports: Delindecsa, responsible for marketing, and Monobal, responsible for agricultural production. With over 3,000 hectares of banana plantations, the group is one of read more

Summerfruit Australia Limited welcomes the news that Vietnam is granting access to Australian plums. Trevor Ranford, CEO of Summerfruit Australia, attended the signing ceremony in Hanoi, Vietnam to represent Australia's stonefruit industry. He was accompanied by officials from the Australian and Vietnamese governments. read more

Conpal Peru, led by Daniel Falla Hernández, has positioned itself as a key exporter of Hass avocados, with a focus on strategic markets like Asia, Europe, and the United States. "Hass avocados are our primary product. We export them primarily to China, Japan, and Korea. This year, we have shipped read more

Peruvian Inka Fruit, a Peruvian export company that has been in the market for six years, is expanding its global reach with fresh products such as mango, pomegranate, asparagus, and ginger. In a recent interview at the Asia Fruit Logistica trade fair, Erick Lava Laguna, the company's general manager, discussed the company's growth strategy and plans for the future. read more

Hort Innovation and Avocados Australia were awarded the prize for Marketing Campaign of the Year for the Australian Avocado Campaign 2023/24. The marketing campaign targeted seven different global markets and involved over 30 retail chains in the Asia-Pacific region and Middle East. read more

Reefertrends reports this, citing information from the Chinese customs authority. As a result, the revenues of Kenyan avocado exporters for these shipments to China from January to July 2024 decreased by 82% compared to the same period last year. read more