Asia & Oceania

Seed producers in Suzhou district of Jiuquan in Gansu province have made significant technological advancements, which have enabled them to meet 50 percent of the domestic demand for vegetable seeds and contribute to half of the nation's seed exports. This has not only driven new growth in agriculture but also helped in overcoming various challenges. read more

New in 2025 is the option to book a cost-effective "Information Center" for a flat rate of 2,150 euros, consisting of a back wall with company-specific graphics, high table, bar stools, and brochure stand. The joint stand is organized by IEC Berlin. read more

The vegetable seed company Hazera and BeeHero, a data-driven precision pollination specialist, have announced a partnership to assess BeeHero's Pollination Insight Platform (PIP) for monitoring pollinators in seed production fields worldwide. read more

Blueberries grown in Guangdong, China, are gaining a competitive advantage in terms of freshness and reduced transportation costs because of their proximity to major sales destinations. The planting area is continuously expanding. The Guangzhou Deyu Blueberry Base, situated in the Huadu production area of Guangdong, is leading this trend. read more

An Australian mango producer is expanding its production by introducing new varieties aimed at offering consumers more enjoyable mango-eating experiences and flavors. In 2022, Manbulloo added three varieties – Yes!, Now!, and AhHa! – to its Project Flavour range. The harvesting of the Rosa variety is also part of their operations. read more

Kenya is seeking a new partnership agreement with the United Arab Emirates to improve its railway network. The plan involves expanding the Standard Gauge Railway to link up with Uganda and South Sudan. President William Ruto discussed this proposal during a meeting with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. read more

The high volume of cherry shipments from Chile to China is causing market pressure leading up to the Chinese New Year festival. read more

"The first part of the grape season in India has been a bit slow, but the pace is expected to pick up soon," says Amit Kalya, managing director of Kalya Exports, an Indian grape exporter. "The Indian grape season is starting a bit slower than usual, but our regular season should begin in February." read more

In the last year (2023-2024 season), Israel faced a war situation triggered by a deadly attack carried out by Hamas and Hezbollah on civilian communities in the Western Negev, near the Gaza Strip, and in the Galilee in the north, near Lebanon. Despite these challenges, citrus growers in the area continued their operations. read more

Zespri Kiwifruit, a New Zealand-based company that is a global leader in the production and marketing of kiwifruit, will once again be a key player in Cortina d'Ampezzo during the women's stage of the Audi Ski FIS World Cup, scheduled for January 18 and 19, 2025. read more

Pięć lat temu w RPA, firma Caracal Fruit Trading została założona jako część Jaguar The Fresh Company. Z Marcel Blignautem jako dyrektorem zarządzającym w Paarl, firma skupia się na eksporcie południowoafrykańskich owoców z gatunków "top fruit" oraz cytrusów do Europy, reszty Afryki, Bliskiego i Środkowego Wschodu. "Sprzedajemy read more

The Shanxi Province in North China has reached a significant milestone in fruit exports, with products reaching 78 countries and regions, including key markets such as the United States, Australia, and Russia. Taiyuan Customs emphasized the export of 73 different types of fruit, showcasing a noteworthy accomplishment for the region. read more

Leonardo Capitanio, President of the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH), emphasized the importance of ornamental plants in improving environmental quality and stimulating economic growth during his keynote address at the 8th National Ornamental Plants Congress in Ankara, Turkey. read more

Chinese consumers are purchasing abundant flower arrangements to decorate their homes for this year's Spring Festival starting on Jan 29. This is made possible by improved transportation from Yunnan Province, the country's main flower-growing region. Flower sales are booming in anticipation of China's most important festival. read more

The Philippines saw a decrease in its ranking as a worldwide banana exporter, dropping from third to fourth place in 2024, as reported by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). This change was linked to a 3% decrease in banana exports, which was influenced by negative factors. read more

Authorities in Turkey have taken action against a plant disease detected in a shipment of potatoes, resulting in the destruction of approximately 400 tons at a port in the southern city of Mersin. The shipment, which was initially exported to Tunisia, was sent back to Turkey, where it was found to be contaminated. read more

W Bangladeshu powierzchnia przeznaczona na uprawę ziemniaków wzrosła do rekordowych 521 000 hektarów w tym roku. Pomimo tego wzrostu producenci coraz bardziej martwią się o straty finansowe spowodowane spadającymi cenami ziemniaków. Ceny detaliczne w Dhace spadły do przedziału od 0,27 do 0,46 USD za 1 kg. read more

Amidst the lush, rolling hills of Mao, a little girl would hurry home from school, her footsteps quickening as the scent of fresh earth and wildflowers filled the air. Her parents, hardworking farmers, would be in the fields; she would eagerly lend a hand, carrying baskets of fruits and. read more

A video by content creator Jaskarn Singh Sidhu has gone viral, amassing 12 million views for its comedic take on sophisticated eating habits. The clip humorously showcases a woman in a posh restaurant eating a banana with a fork and butter knife. She delicately trims the ends, peels the banana, read more

In a strategic move within the ag-tech sector, Israeli company Phytech has entered into a partnership with Rivulis, a global leader in precision irrigation. This collaboration aims to distribute Phytech's advanced digital agriculture solutions to farmers across the globe, focusing on enhancing... read more