Indonesia has requested early access to the market from New Zealand for its grape exporters in order to boost bilateral trade in fresh and dried fruits. Trade Minister Todd McClay wrapped up discussions in India with officials from various sectors including agriculture, forestry, commerce, and animal husbandry. read more

Vietnam's Mai Khoi Farm cultivates a variety of peppers known for their superior quality and health benefits. CEO Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan emphasizes the importance of their partnership with Rijk Zwaan in promoting products, offering technical support, and providing training to meet international standards. read more

In recent years, Egypt and Morocco have made significant progress in the frozen strawberry market in Japan. According to EastFruit, Morocco's presence in the Japanese market has significantly grown, with the country now being a major supplier, whereas five years ago it was only the 5th largest supplier. At the same time, Egypt has been consistently gaining ground in the market. read more

The World Potato Congress recently emphasized the important role of potatoes in addressing global challenges within the agrifood system, especially in providing food for the increasing population. Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. of the Philippines highlighted the potato's potential as a significant source of carbohydrates. read more

Izrael is stawing a severe tomato shortage, prompting the Ministry of Agriculture to approve a quota for duty-free imports of 5,000 tons over the next two months, announced on August 13. Tomato prices in supermarkets have risen to 2.21–2.45 euros per kilogram, while first-grade tomatoes on the read more

W światowym rynku, gdzie zrównoważoność i zdrowie są w centrum wyborów konsumentów, certyfikacja Regenerative Organic Certified® (ROC™) zmienia sposób uprawy i eksportu tropikalnych owoców. Paul Davidson, dyrektor handlowy firmy Sol Orgánica, opowiadał o tym, jak
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HarvestR in Israel has successfully conducted laboratory tests on dsRNA-based treatments to combat fungi affecting important fruits such as grapes. The next step involves launching large-scale commercial trials, which have recently begun and will focus on grapes and pears. Gal Admati, CEO of HarvestR, stated, "We have tested this treatment on grapes and plan to expand it to include pears." read more

The regional city of Griffith in the New South Wales Riverina region will host the 2025 Australian Citrus Congress, offering a conducive setting for the sharing of knowledge and valuable networking opportunities. Scheduled for 18-20 March 2025, the congress will acknowledge the recent margin read more

Asia's essential event in the global fresh produce trade calendar is happening in less than three weeks. read more

RSE Scheme to support the horticulture and viticulture industries in New Zealand. read more

Foodbank SA & NT has celebrated record donations of fresh fruits and vegetables, totaling more than 2,000 tonnes and valued at over A$12 million in the last financial year. This milestone was made possible through a partnership with the South Australian Produce Market (SAPM). The donated produce was utilized for various purposes. read more

South Africa has finally been officially authorized to export avocados to China. The plant protection authorities in China have given the green light to South Africa this week. This decision comes after Chinese inspectors visited South Africa in July for a verification visit. Derek Donkin, CEO of read more

The citrus summer (counter) season is in full swing. Citrus fruits from the Southern Hemisphere are now being exported. Australia is sending out mandarins, Navel oranges, and blood oranges. Australian blood oranges are easily found in the USA and Canada from September to November. read more

Cromwell, located in Central Otago, is known for its mineral-rich soils and experiences the highest number of sunshine hours in New Zealand—2,531.8 hours in January alone, making it the perfect place for growing cherries. "Cromwell is the top spot for cultivating NZ Cherry Corp cherries. Our cherries are famous for their." read more

The Government's modifications to the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme will greatly support the horticulture industry in reaching its target of doubling the farmgate value of horticultural production by 2035. The Government has introduced a variety of policy changes to the RSE scheme. read more

Nowa odmiana truskawek, Stella-ASBP, została wprowadzona na australijski rynek po ponad pięciu latach prac rozwojowych, w których uczestniczyli lokalni plantatorzy oraz eksperci od hodowli roślin. Ta odmiana została doskonalona poprzez próby przeprowadzone na farmach w Queensland i jest efektem współpracy. read more

A high-level delegation from Chile's public and private sectors will travel to New Delhi and Mumbai to take part in the Chile Summit India 2024 from August 27 to 30. Organized by ProChile, this event is designed to enhance institutional relationships and investigate potential opportunities for trade cooperation between the two countries. read more

The Vietnam SPS Office has been in touch with different departments and associations regarding the EU's request for feedback on revising the Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) of specific active substances. The EU's proposal involves a significant decrease in the MRL for Zoxamide in lettuce, salads, and spinach, among other items. read more

Wearing a white shirt and gray trousers, 52-year-old Yang Zhaoxin was smelling a bouquet of moth orchids while occasionally adjusting his collar. "Just look at this! It's been a whole day and my clothes are still spotless. Can you believe it? My little coal village has completely. read more

The largest botanical garden in Turkey, the National Botanical Garden in the capital Ankara, is enchanting visitors with its extensive biodiversity, showcasing around 1,200 different plant species and a collection of preserved animals. Covering an impressive 2,200 decares, the garden... read more