Asia & Oceania

Kondo onion bulbs have seen a significant increase in production costs in Bangladesh, leading to a sharp rise in prices. This variety is planted in October and harvested in mid-November, playing a crucial role in supplying local markets before the main harvest. read more

Z powodu niekorzystnych warunków pogodowych w zeszłej wiośnie wiele upraw musiało zostać zasianych stosunkowo późno w tym roku, w tym również organiczne dynie. "Wilgotność latem miała pozytywny wpływ na plony, dzięki czemu nasze dynie Naturland będą dostępne jeszcze przez kilka tygodni sprzedaży. To jest" read more

As Thailand's fruit season comes to an end, there has been a noticeable rise in the prices of durian, mangosteen, rambutan, longkong, and mango. The season in Eastern Thailand has concluded with an upward trend in pricing, while the South is nearing the end, having harvested 98.6% of its fruits. read more

Durian custard apples, also known as durian atemoya, are currently available in Vietnam at farmgate prices ranging from $2.17 to $3.16 per kilogram, showing a decrease compared to the previous year. This fruit, originating from Taiwan, was introduced to the Vietnamese market four years ago with initial prices. read more

The Sopore fruit Mandi in North Kashmir has dispatched over 900,000 metric tons of apples this season, with a value exceeding 6,000 crore. At the peak of the apple harvest, the mandi is loading about 300 trucks daily to distribute fresh produce throughout India and beyond. "We have around 2.4 million apple trees in our region," said a representative of the mandi. read more

The Agroworld exhibition in Almaty, Kazakhstan, has officially opened its doors. Futura srl, an Italian company specializing in the sorting of fruits and vegetables, has been participating in the fair for several years to meet new and existing customers. read more

Po obawach dotyczących pozostałości pestycydów, Singapurska Agencja Żywnościowa (SFA) potwierdziła, że winogrona Shine Muscat w Singapurze, importowane głównie z Chin, Korei Południowej i Japonii, są bezpieczne do spożycia. Rygorystyczne testy SFA dotyczące pestycydów nie wykazały żadnych poziomów pozostałości szkodliwych dla zdrowia. read more

Egytp has become the fastest-growing supplier of palm dates to Turkey, rising to sixth place in the exporter rankings last season and demonstrating rapid export growth, as reported by EastFruit. In the last five seasons, Egyptian exporters have increased their market share in Turkey. read more

At the end of October, ocean freight rates from Asia to Europe dropped by 30% compared to the end of September. This decrease was influenced by Red Sea diversions that led to an early peak season. As a result, the decline in demand post-peak and pre-Lunar New Year began earlier than usual. Rates have since stabilized at… read more

Rząd ujawnił we wtorek, że Indie wyraziły zgodę na umożliwienie keniańskim plantatorom awokado dostępu do ich rynku. To wydarzenie nastąpiło po wirtualnym 10. posiedzeniu Wspólnego Komitetu ds. Handlu na Poziomie Technicznym między Kenią i Indiami, otwierając drogę do dyskusji na wyższym szczeblu w celu usunięcia barier pozataryfowych. read more

Drewry's new Intra-Asia Container Index (IACI), which is a weighted average of regional spot container freight rates, increased by 15% to $573 per 40ft container in the last two weeks. read more

In the first quarter of the fiscal year, Pakistan experienced an 11.5% increase in vegetable exports despite seasonal rains causing significant damage to fields, especially in Sindh. This export surge, coupled with weather-related losses, has resulted in shortages, prompting retailers to import vegetables from Iran and Afghanistan. read more

Badanie przeprowadzone przez Choice ujawniło, że w odległych społecznościach na terenie Zachodniej Australii i Terytorium Północnego koszt podstawowych artykułów spożywczych, skupiający się szczególnie na owocach i warzywach, jest znacznie wyższy w porównaniu do obszarów miejskich. W Wielkiej Pustyni Piaszczystej, Pilbara, West Daly i Tiwi... read more

The leader of the trade body Avocados Australia emphasizes the need for the country's avocado industry to sustain the growth in sales achieved this season in both export and domestic markets. read more

The significance of using data in making business decisions was a recurring topic in the Asiafruit Showcase presentations at this year's Asia Fruit Logistica. Whether it is used for managing food waste, product development, or gaining insights into consumer behavior, reliable and consistent data is crucial for supporting business operations. read more

Eksport jabłek z Republiki Południowej Afryki do Tajwanu został zawieszony po tym, jak tajwańska Agencja Inspekcji Zdrowia Roślin i Zwierząt (APHIA) znalazła żywego omacnicy jabłkowca na przesyłce w swoim oddziale w Keelung. read more

China's decision to permit the import of fresh young coconuts from Vietnam represents a significant milestone for the Vietnamese agricultural industry. This move has the potential to greatly impact Vietnam's coconut exports. Vietnam is already known as one of the top coconut producers globally, exporting primarily to various countries. read more

Several citrus growers, consultants, and other professionals from São Paulo, Brazil, recently visited Florida's Indian River citrus region to learn about HLB management practices. Flavia Zambon, an assistant professor of horticultural sciences at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), was among the participants. read more

From January to August, Russia's imports of bananas from Ecuador have dropped to 776 thousand tons, marking the lowest level in 12 years, according to RIA Novosti's analysis of data from the Latin American nation. This represents a 20 percent decrease compared to the same period last year. read more

Duong Son Flower Village is one of the largest and oldest flower villages in Da Nang. These days, over 20 households here are busy fertilizing and spraying chemicals to help the plants grow and bloom in time for the Lunar New Year 2025, contributing to a vibrant Tet flower season. read more