Fernwood has announced a new addition to its horticulture team. Jonathon Hensley, the new Director of Horticulture, officially joined the team on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. Hensley hails from Indianapolis, Indiana, and holds an undergraduate degree in philosophy from Wabash College. read more

Satellite images have captured the demolition and clearing of a large greenhouse site located near the Kumsusan Guesthouse in Pyongyang, Korea. Analysis of Sentinel-2A satellite images taken on Aug. 17 confirmed that the large greenhouse situated approximately 700 meters east of the Kumsusan Guesthouse has been demolished. read more

Fresh vegetable and fruit exporters in Bangladesh are currently encountering challenges caused by a rise in airfreight costs, specifically by Biman Bangladesh Airlines. The national carrier recently hiked up cargo prices significantly, with hikes ranging from 56 percent to 150 percent depending on the read more

W ciągu ostatnich miesięcy rosyjscy konsumenci zetknęli się ze znacznym wzrostem cen bananów. Według Stowarzyszenia Producentów i Dostawców Produktów Spożywczych ("Rusprodsojuz"), ceny detaliczne bananów wzrosły o 31,2% w ciągu ostatniego roku, osiągając poziom 1,6 USD za kilogram. D. Wostrikov, Dyrektor Wykonawczy read more

Jak Pakistan dąży do utrzymania swojego statusu wśród czołowych producentów mango na świecie, udoskonalenia w opakowaniu i logistyce są niezbędne do podniesienia konkurencyjności jego eksportu mango - tak donosi WealthPK. Pan Nurullah, Starszy Oficer Naukowy w Narodowym Badaniu Rolniczym. read more

Ecuador is looking towards Asia with high expectations for the growth of its foreign trade, especially following the trade agreement with China that came into effect in May. According to the Export and Investment Promotion Corporation (Corpei), Ecuador has established trade relations with 42 of the 51 Asian countries. read more

Wczesnym porankiem na farmie kwiatowej w Kenii, świeżo zerwane róże z kroplami rosy przylegającymi do płatków były gotowe do wysłania. Za 48 godzin trafiłyby na półki na targu Hunan Gaoqiao Grand Market w Changsha, stolicy chińskiej prowincji Hunan, oddalonej o pół świata. read more

Growers from Australia are getting ready to participate in Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong, with the goal of showcasing their fresh produce to potential buyers from Asia. This annual event covers the entire value chain of the fresh produce industry and attracts over 700 exhibitors from 43 countries. read more

Powerplants Australia recently announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Michael Bednarz, to succeed Simon Gomme. Bednarz, who has been with the company for over a decade, is transitioning into the CEO role after serving as the company's Chief Operating Officer for two years. read more

The Italian apple world is heading to Hong Kong, where the Asia Fruit Logistica fair will take place from tomorrow until September 6. Assomelasarà will be present with the new Director Giovanni Missanelli, who has scheduled several meetings, both institutional and with numerous partners. read more

Rosyjskim producentom owoców apelują do sprzedawców o przyjęcie bardziej łagodnych standardów dotyczących wyglądu jabłek w tym roku. A. Shirinov, przewodniczący Stowarzyszenia Ogrodników ze Stawropola, zauważył, że nietypowe upały na Północnym Kaukazie spowodowały mniejsze jabłka, podczas gdy te z regionu Krasnodar są... read more

As South Africa's apples and pears are increasingly in demand in the important Eastern markets of India and China, the potential opening of Thailand as a new market for apples is expected to happen soon. Jacques du Preez, General Manager for trade and markets at industry organization Hortgro, stated, "The East has been" read more

A viral video has surfaced showing vendors in Akola, Maharashtra, selling fake garlic made of cement mixed with real garlic to trick customers. The fraud was exposed by the wife of retired police officer Subhash Patil, who realized that the garlic cloves were not separating after being purchased. read more

The Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) revealed that Iran's tomato exports reached a value of $177 million in the first five months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-August 21), making tomatoes the second most exported agricultural commodity. read more

Mission Produce, Inc. has announced that it will be highlighting the benefits of The Mission Advantage in the avocado and mango categories at Asia Fruit Logistica (AFL) in Hong Kong, China, from September 4-6, 2024. "Mission Produce's extensive global network for growing, ripening, and distributing brings numerous competitive advantages…" read more

There is a new TikTok trend in Spain where people meet up for romantic encounters in supermarkets of the Mercadona chain. The rules are simple: between 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM, place a pineapple upside down in your shopping cart and walk around the wine section, where you must bump your cart against... read more

The General Administration of Customs (GAC) has announced the resumption of Wendan pomelo imports from Taiwan starting Monday. This decision follows the suspension that began on August 3, 2022, due to the detection of quarantine pests in these citrus fruits. The GAC has conducted a comprehensive. read more

The Sydney Flower Market is the place to visit this spring, with colorful flowers adorning the aisles. These giant markets provide approximately 75 percent of wholesale flowers sold in Sydney. As the warmer weather arrives, the flowers are in full bloom and the markets are bustling with seasonal activity. read more

At the HortNZ annual conference in Tauranga, a grower from Hawke's Bay raised concerns about the government's rapid timeline for revising regulations on genetic technology, stating that it was moving "too far, too fast". The grower pointed out potential risks to market access and returns for growers. The discussion... read more

"USA Pears have been participating in Asia Fruit Logistica since the inaugural event in 2007," states international director Jeff Correa. This year, the organization will feature their in-season Green Bartlett and Starkrimson pear varieties. "The timing of the show is perfect for USA Pears as it..." read more