On February 10, 2026, the Amur branch of the Federal Centre for Animal and Plant Health Safety detected the Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) in a 586 kg shipment of tomatoes from China. Since the beginning of the year, three cases of ToBRFV have been identified in imported tomatoes. read more

The Ministry for Primary Industries in New Zealand predicts that horticulture revenue will surpass US$9 billion by the end of June, marking a 5 percent increase from the previous year's 24 percent growth. The ministry forecasts that horticulture exports will reach US$9.5 billion by 2027, with kiwifruit leading the way. read more

The Sassy™ harvest has begun in the Hawke's Bay and Nelson regions of New Zealand, as well as in Shepparton, Australia, and South Africa. Australia was the first to start harvesting, with the initial pick taking place on February 2nd. This has brought relief to local retailers after a challenging apple season last year. read more

Flower Circus presented its second Magical Flower Show of 2026 on February 6th, featuring Romanian floral artist and World Cup Top 10 competitor Claudia Tararache. The live-streamed event attracted florists and flower enthusiasts from over 15 countries, including Singapore, Canada, South Africa. read more

Przemysł pistacji w Stanach Zjednoczonych zakończył swoje największe zbiory w historii, osiągając ponad 1,5 miliarda funtów. Pomimo początkowych szacunków były wyższe, popyt pohłonął ilości na kluczowych rynkach eksportowych, w tym w Indiach, Brazylii, Korei Południowej i Europie. Rich Kreps, członek zarządu read more

Punjab, a major citrus-producing state in northwest India, has nearly depleted its Kinnow supplies, creating an opportunity for imported mandarins during Ramadan and summer, according to Vishal Take, Director of Take Agro India Pvt. Ltd. "This creates space for premium easy-peel varieties like Nadorcott," read more

The majority of Egypt's date export quota to Turkey for 2026 has been filled in just six weeks. According to the free trade agreement between Egypt and Turkey, a quota of 5,000 tonnes of dates can be exported each year. As of February 12, the Turkish Ministry of Trade figures show that only 814 tonnes have been exported so far. read more

HortEx 2026 is introducing an innovative participation concept designed specifically for breeders, growers, and exporters who want maximum exposure in the Asian market with minimal logistical effort. Scheduled from 20 to 22 May 2026 at BITEC, Bangkok, and co-located with Agritechnica ASIA, the exhibition promises a unique opportunity for participants to showcase their products and services. read more

The official ceremony welcoming the first shipment of Dutch apples in China took place over the weekend in Beijing, with the Tessa brand being the first to enter the market. read more

Australasian fresh produce supplier, Te Mata Exports, has started exporting its early-season A1 apple this month, with its first shipment to China being among the earliest from New Zealand this season. read more

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South Africa's exports of mandarins and oranges to India doubled in 2025, causing challenges for Indian importers, according to Abdul Hadi, Managing Partner at DFC Global. "During July-September, the volume of oranges increased from 778 to 1,600 containers and mandarins from 1,000 to 2,000, leading to oversupply and price issues." read more

Tulips są zazwyczaj zaprogramowane na wiosnę. W Kaszmirze zazwyczaj tak jest. Jednak tego zimy, w kontrolowanej przestrzeni badawczej na kampusie Shalimar SKUAST, kwiaty nie poszły za kalendarzem. Według The New Indian Express, po raz pierwszy w dolinie naukowcy mieli. read more

Valentine's Day is the most romantic day of the year—and the most important commercial date for the global rose sector. In the U.S. alone, rose sales during this period reach into the billions, with red roses making up nearly 70% of all flower sales. Globally, over 250 million rose stems are sold. read more

The Dutch growers' cooperative Royal FruitMasters, in collaboration with their Chinese distribution partner, is pleased to announce the introduction of the Tessa apple to the Chinese market. This launch represents a significant milestone as it marks the first official commercial debut of Dutch apples in China. read more

Jednym z największych producentów pomidorów w szklarniach w Rumunii jest gotowy rozpocząć produkcję energii elektrycznej i ciepła za pomocą dwóch jednostek kogeneracji na gaz ziemny o łącznej mocy elektrycznej wynoszącej 9,9 MW. Rozwiązanie obejmuje system do przechwytywania dwutlenku węgla, który jest niezbędny do stymulowania fotosyntezy. read more

The Maval region in Pune district has seen a notable rise in rose production, with exports reaching 5 to 5.5 million roses this year. Growers are profiting from the increase in prices. The Pawana Phool Utpadak Sangh (Pawana Flower Producers' Association) cultivates roses on 450 to 500 acres. read more

With nearly 1.5 billion inhabitants, India is the most populous country in the world. The country also plays an important role in global fruit and vegetable production. India ranks second globally in this regard, well ahead of China. However, as a trading nation in fresh fruit and vegetables, read more

Shipments from India to Europe usually start by late January, but this grape season has experienced delays due to lower sugar levels not meeting strict export standards, according to Shubham Shelar from Shelar Overseas. "To keep up the pace, we have already sent containers to Middle Eastern markets where quality is not as stringent." read more

Jordanian Medjool dates have had a successful season. "We sold our entire stock before Ramadan at satisfactory prices; demand was very good," said Ali Elkouz, owner of Ali Dates. The grower elaborates: "We exported most of our production to four main markets, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, read more