Asia & Oceania

A homemaker from Padnuru village near Mura in Puttur taluk of Mangaluru, Karnataka, has turned her passion for cultivating aquatic flowering plants into a successful business. While many nurseries typically specialize in growing ornamental plants in soil, Pushpagiri Nursery is unique for focusing on read more

According to Kimberly Rudas, representative and owner of Industria 4.0 Panama, the pace of Panamanian pineapple exports has remained stable in 2026. This is despite significant changes in the fruit's commercial destinations, driven by shifts in international demand. The company continues to export between four and read more

Latvia is considering importing tomatoes from Azerbaijan as part of efforts to expand agricultural trade. Latvian Agriculture Minister Armands Krauze brought up the topic during the 9th meeting of the Azerbaijan-Latvia Intergovernmental Commission in Shusha. Krauze mentioned that the logistical distance is not a barrier. read more

With temperatures rising across China, a variety of agricultural products are coming into season. In response, Onedayone Group has dispatched its quality management team to production areas, offering on-site support to farmers on pesticide practices and field records in order to enhance traceability. read more

Ain Sokhna Port handles approximately 60 percent of Egypt's citrus shipments, contributing to the country's status as one of the leading global exporters. The port links Egyptian production regions to markets in the Gulf, India, and the Far East, facilitated by cold chain infrastructure for transporting perishable goods. read more

Tucked away in a quiet corner of the Highbrook business zone, overlooking the upper reaches of the Tamaki River, is the sweetest smelling working environment in East Auckland. This is where approximately half of the flower produce for the retail market in the upper North Island is traded, thanks to the hard-working individuals who operate here. read more

T&G Global's premium Envy apple brand has exceeded NZ$1 billion in global retail sales, making it the first apple brand from New Zealand to achieve this milestone. read more

The New Zealand company Seeka has announced that it is on schedule to pack approximately 45 million to 47 million trays of kiwifruit this season, which will contribute to an estimated total of 220 million trays to be harvested in the country. read more

"Kentucky Roses," the newest romance film from the Hallmark Channel set during the Kentucky Derby season, is blooming right on time. The movie, which takes place against the backdrop of the Kentucky Derby, was appropriately filmed at Churchill Downs and in beautiful locations all around Louisville. And true to Hallmark style, read more

The eruption of the USA-Israel-Iran conflict on 28 February 2026 has profoundly reshaped the security landscape of the Middle East and the Gulf region, as written by Mekonnen Solomon, a former Director of Horticultural Investment at the Ministry of Agriculture in Ethiopia. read more

His visit to China, which was the first official visit by a Spanish President in 13 years, aimed to strengthen economic and trade ties between the two countries. The agreements signed will facilitate the export of Spanish agricultural products to the Chinese market, providing new opportunities for Spanish producers. read more

Rozmowy o zawieszeniu broni, które mogłyby prowadzić do częściowego ponownego otwarcia Cieśniny Ormuz, zakończyły się niepowodzeniem pod koniec ubiegłego tygodnia, po czym nastąpiło blokowanie przez marynarkę wojenną USA ruchu związanego z Iranem. Ograniczony ruch statków przez Zatokę jest mało prawdopodobny do wznowienia na większą skalę, dopóki warunki nie ustabilizują się. Zamknięcie spowodowało zmniejszenie globalnego read more

Indyjski producenci borówek odkryli prostą prawdę: Jeśli wybierzesz niewłaściwą odmianę, twoje rośliny nie będą w ogóle owocować, mówi Tanvi Karvat z Berryland Biotech. "Rolnicy często przeszukują internet w poszukiwaniu opcji 'wysokiego plonu', nie sprawdzając liczby godzin chłodu ani lokalnych wzorców ciepła i opadów, i kończą z roślinami

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Indian blueberry growers have discovered a simple truth: if you pick the wrong variety, your plants won't fruit at all, says Tanvi Karvat of Berryland Biotech. "Farmers often search the web for 'high-yield' options without checking chill hours or local heat and rain patterns, and end up with plants read more

This year's edition of Macfrut trade fair is the most international in history. It will be attended by over 800 key buyers (+20%) and exhibitors from five continents. The presence of 5 ministers has been announced (Lebanon, Syria, 2 from the Dominican Republic, and Italy). The event

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Obecnie trwa sezon zbiorów owoców pestkowych w Dalian, Chinach, a główne odmiany obejmują wiśnie dalijskie, nektarynki i śliwki. Pan Li z Dalian Nongfutong Fruit and Vegetable Professional Cooperative zajmuje się lokalnym pozyskiwaniem i handlem owocami pestkowymi. Według Pana Li... read more

New Zealand persimmon growers are anticipating a successful season this year, despite some concerns due to recent adverse weather conditions. "We are cautiously optimistic," says Ian Turk of the New Zealand Persimmon Industry Council. "Growers are generally happy, but recent weather challenges have tempered our outlook a bit." read more

W tym roku sezon eksportu cytrusów z Egiptu do Azji przyniósł mieszane rezultaty, kształtowane przez zarówno globalną dynamikę rynkową, jak i wyzwania geopolityczne. Podczas gdy ceny na miejscu pochodzenia były bardziej stabilne w porównaniu z poprzednim sezonem, eksporterzy borykają się ze zwiększającym się naciskiem spowodowanym wzrostem kosztów logistycznych i słabnącymi

The Egyptian citrus export season to Asia has seen mixed results this year, shaped by both global market dynamics and geopolitical challenges. While pricing at origin has been more stable compared to last season, exporters are facing increasing pressure from rising logistics costs and weak read more

All Aussie Farmers is a Victorian-based wholesaler located in the Melbourne Wholesale Market. The company was established in 2013 by Travis Murphy and Jack Wilson. Its main goal has always been to provide high-quality Australian produce to fruit shops and independent retailers in Victoria. read more

T&G Global's ENVY™ apple brand has exceeded NZD $1 billion in global retail sales, making it the first apple brand from New Zealand to achieve this milestone. This achievement is a testament to the brand's popularity worldwide and the extensive investment made by T&G in its Apples system, which encompasses genetics, cultivation techniques, post-harvest practices, and more. read more

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