Asia & Oceania

Kiwifruit marketer Zespri has stated that the total cost resulting from the "significant rodent infestation" that occurred in April on board the Crown Garnet, a ship transporting its first new-season SunGold fruit from New Zealand to Europe, is anticipated to average NZ$0.23 (€0.13) per tray. read more

Rząd stanowy Zachodniej Australii przedstawił swoje nowe centrum reagowania na zagrożenia biologiczne o wartości 97,3 mln dolarów australijskich, nowoczesną siedzibę dla kluczowych operacji bioasekuracji w Australii Zachodniej. read more

New Country Manager for Dutch Amazon branchOn New Year's Day, Eva Faict will be appointed as the Country Manager for Amazon Netherlands in addition to her current role as Country Manager for Belgium, where she played a key role in launching the platform in 2022.Source: retaildetail.eu Australia: Primary Connect team at Heathwood Chilled and read more

Secretary of State Jacek Czerniak emphasized that agricultural issues have been a significant aspect of the nearly 75-year relationship between Poland and Vietnam. "I am confident that we can collaborate to develop strategies for the sustainable growth of bilateral trade in agricultural and food products, and..." read more

The goal of developing a plant-based fungicide for greenhouses and agricultural products was to eradicate fungal contamination on ornamental leafy plants with valuable leaves, as well as plants propagated by seeds that may be susceptible to fungal contamination, leading to issues such as... read more

Lunar New Year), are in high demand during this time. read more

Chociaż rynki eksportowe wciąż są zainteresowane grejpfrutami z Florydy i wysyłki nadal trafiają do krajów takich jak Japonia i kontynenty takie jak Europa, wczorajsze ogłoszenie stanu wojennego przez prezydenta Korei Południowej, Yoon Suk Yeola, spowodowało zatrzymanie części tych eksportów. "Musimy zadać sobie pytanie - czy chcemy read more

Malawi mangoes, originally from South Africa, arrived late in the Mumbai Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) market this year. They were priced at approximately $18 (₹1,500) per box. The delay was due to extended rainfall in South Africa, impacting the flowering and yield. read more

Pomelos from Tan My village in Vietnam's Binh Duong province have gained more recognition thanks to the efforts of Le Minh Sang, the 43-year-old Director of the Tan My Fruit Tree Cooperative. Sang's initiative has not only raised the profile of Tan My pomelos but also improved the. read more

StePacPPC's Modified Atmosphere/Modified Humidity (MA/MH) packaging is enabling a transition from traditional methods of transporting fresh broccoli and other vegetables, such as ice-filled polystyrene and waxed carton boxes, over long distances in the U.S. and Japan. The Otofuke Agricultural read more

The chief executive of NZ Avocado, Brad Siebert, points out the possibility of a better season for avocado growers in New Zealand, citing favorable weather conditions and a strategic change in export approach as reasons for this optimism. The previous two seasons were difficult for growers, characterized by read more

A new report has emphasized the potential for future growth of Australian horticulture in Southeast Asia. The Federal Government conducted an inquiry called 'Trading North,' which examined the involvement of Australian agriculture in the markets of the region. Two significant industry bodies, AUSVEG and read more

Fresh Produce Group (FPG), one of Australia's largest fruit and vegetable suppliers, has secured an investment of over A$175 million (€107.9 million) from Macquarie Asset Management. This deal has made the Australian financial firm the majority shareholder of the company. read more

Fresh Produce Group (FPG), one of Australia's largest fruit and vegetable suppliers, has received an investment of over A$175 million (€107.9 million) from Macquarie Asset Management. This deal has made the Australian financier the majority shareholder of the company. read more

New Zealand’s Employment Relations Authority (ERA) has stated that it will maintain a close collaboration with kiwifruit exporter Zespri to eliminate unethical employment practices. This comes after a labor provider to the kiwifruit industry in the Bay of Plenty was discovered to have underpaid three employees over an extended period. read more

A variety of marketing activities will be implemented to promote French apples to consumers in India in the upcoming months. The fruit will be available for purchase at all of the major supermarket chains in the country. read more

Fresh Produce India is returning in 2025, gathering top professionals from both the local and international industry to delve into the numerous opportunities available in one of the world's most vibrant markets for fresh fruits and vegetables. read more

Fresh Markets Australia (FMA) has announced that long-serving director Trish Skinner has stepped down from her position as an FMA board member. read more

The Australian Table Grape Association (ATGA) will lead a new five-year investment funded by growers through Hort Innovation. This initiative will offer a special opportunity to strategically advance one of Australia's most highly valued horticultural exports in the long term. read more

The President of the Philippines, Ferdinand Marcos Jr, and the nation’s agriculture secretary, Francisco P Tiu Laurel Jr, have inaugurated a Korea-backed greenhouse and post-harvest facility in Lucban, Quezon. read more