Asia & Oceania

As the 2025 Lunar New Year approaches, the bustling Sa Dec flower village in Dong Thap Province is alive with traders, gardeners, and visitors preparing for the festive season. By the end of the twelfth lunar month, approximately 80% of the flowers in Sa Dec, one of Vietnam's most renowned flower villages, are sold for the upcoming Tet holiday. read more

Leonard Cohen's 1967 debut single, "Suzanne," references oranges from China, correctly identifying the country as the birthplace of the sweet orange variety, different from its bitter counterpart, with a history dating back at least 2,500 years. Nevertheless, the history of this citrus fruit is intricate, as it is a hybrid of wild origins... read more

Wydajność samowystarczalności żywnościowej w Eurazjatyckiej Unii Gospodarczej (EAEU) osiągnęła 92,2% w 2024 roku, według Marii Baygot, Kierownika Departamentu Polityki Agroprzemysłowej i Projektów Międzystanowych w Komisji Gospodarczej dla Eurazji (EEC). Pomimo silnej samowystarczalności w produktach takich jak mięso, zboża, i... read more

The Mediterranean Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Exporters' Association, led by Ferhat Gürüz as its Board Chairman, announced that Turkey's fresh fruit and vegetable exports reached 3.4 billion dollars in 2024. Gürüz emphasized that the association plays a key role in coordinating and managing the sector. read more

Zespri has announced that its CFO, Richard Hopkins, will be leaving the company to take on the CFO role at the New Zealand energy company, Mercury. read more

The New Zealand fruit grower-marketer, Seeka, has delivered another positive update on its 2024 market guidance. read more

In the Hex River Valley, growers have had a clear mission: to shorten the harvesting period of their crops so that packing can be completed by week 10, before the grapes are at risk of being rained on. Previously, they did not experience late-season February rain, and it is uncertain whether this change is due to climate change or temporary weather patterns. read more

W dziedzinie wysokich technologii upraw w szklarniach istotne jest zrozumienie dynamiki rynku. Najnowsza analiza zespołu EastFruit rzuca światło na trendy na rynku owoców i warzyw w Europie Wschodniej, Azji Środkowej i Bliskim Wschodzie. Analiza ta opiera się na danych z handlu EF... read more

NAV AERO Global Cargo GSSA Network has partnered with Oman Air Cargo, a renowned carrier known for its exceptional logistics solutions and service quality. This collaboration is aimed at broadening Nav Aero's airline portfolio, offering clients improved connectivity and cargo solutions on a global scale. read more

Farmers in Warulwadi, Junnar taluka, who are traditionally known for their export-quality grapes, have begun cultivating export-grade bananas, creating a new source of sustainable income. Rutuparna Meher, an innovative farmer, has made history by sending the first air-conditioned container of bananas. read more

Chilean cherry exports to China have increased by 85% compared to the previous season, with a total of 111 million packages shipped so far (averaging 5 kilograms each); the increase in supply has led to a price drop ranging from 30 to 60%. Among the reasons for this are. read more

Türkiye's Leading Trade Fair for Fresh Produce "Interfresh Eurasia" Loved Izmir and Izmir Loved Interfresh Eurasia! Interfresh Eurasia, Türkiye's trade fair for fresh fruit and vegetables, packaging, cool rooms, storage, machinery, and logistics was held in September 2024 at Izmir Exhibition. read more

Between January and November 2024, Kyrgyzstan exported 141.2 tons of dried vegetables, which was a significant decrease from 667.7 tons exported during the same period in 2023. The most notable changes were observed in exports to countries like Afghanistan, Iraq, Turkmenistan, and Ukraine. read more

Madeleine Wilson made a career shift, moving on from her indoor office job to an apprenticeship in the vibrant field of horticulture at the Botanic Gardens of Sydney in New South Wales, Australia. "I have dreamt of working with plants for years, and now I have finally turned that dream into reality." read more

Since receiving AIPH approval in March 2024, preparations for the Nakhon Ratchasima International Horticultural Expo 2029 (A1) have been intensifying. On 27 November, the AIPH Expo Committee visited Thailand for a site inspection, engaging with key members of the Expo organization to ensure. read more

India: Mizoram's ginger, chili, and passion fruit hit Mumbai's Jio World Drive and Reliance stores

In a significant boost for farmers in Mizoram, the Mizoram State Rural Livelihood Mission has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Reliance Retail. As part of the MoU, five fruits and vegetables from Mizoram will be available for sale at Jio World Drive and Reliance stores in Mumbai. read more

In the period from July to December 2024, Pakistan's citrus fruit exports reached 105,690.3 metric tons, generating a revenue of $30.9 million. Afghanistan emerged as the top importer, buying 77,547.44 MT, which amounted to $16.72 million or over 54% of the total revenue. read more

The global market for organic products (food and beverages) has shown sustained growth in the last two decades, with China leading the way. This is revealed in the report 'The World of Organic'. read more

Eucalyptus cinerea, with its subtle menthol scent and silver-grey leaves, is a beloved choice for cut greens in floral arrangements and bouquets. This popular variety, also called the silver dollar tree, is native to Australia but is now extensively grown in southern Tuscany, Italy. read more

The ceasefire in Gaza, which comes after a 15-month Israeli bombardment resulting in the deaths of over 46,000 Palestinians, displacing 2.3 million people and reducing the Strip to rubble, has sparked subdued celebrations. read more