In a warehouse located north of Chisinau, Moldova, Stefan Bitlan, a prominent exporter of plums, is preparing his shipment for Germany, choosing to target the European Union market instead of Russia. Moldova, situated between Ukraine and Romania, is on the verge of a referendum for EU membership, which is being endorsed by the President. read more

The accurate understanding of how the environment impacts the growth and development of a crop is essential to determine the suitability of a particular cultivar for commercial cultivation in a specific region. The current study focused on assessing the genetic variability, read more

The horticulture sector in Australia is currently going through a phase of policy updates that could potentially change its strategies for sourcing labor. The federal government's review of immigration policy, particularly the Working Holiday Maker (WHM) program, is a key focus area. read more

Irani apples are entering the market. Hadi Mirzaei, CEO of Darya Noosh Payab Trading, anticipates a vibrant marketing campaign despite a decrease in volume this year. The grower explains: "We experienced a cold winter and spring in Iran, leading to lower apple yields. However, I can assure importers that we..." read more

Argentina's National Institute of Agricultural Technology (Inta) has developed a Japanese-style plum named Silvana Inta. This variety was obtained through natural pollination of the Letizia variety and is known for its exceptional organoleptic characteristics. read more

Ifco, a company that provides the fresh produce industry with reusable packaging such as returnable plastic crates for retail, has stated that it expects strong growth and higher market demand for its products in Europe and North America. Additionally, the company is anticipating "organic expansion" in Asia. read more

SanLucar will invite consumers to "Dive into the fun with sweet fruits" as part of its latest collaboration with Disney. The promotional packs of branded citrus, mangoes, avocados will be available in stores in Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Belgium, Romania, Poland, and Sweden starting next month. read more

Morocco is planning to resume the export of mandarins to Russia by the end of this year after a temporary suspension, as reported by Rue20. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica is launching its 2025 roadshow of Meet Ups to showcase industry innovation, deepen its connections in key markets, and build even greater momentum for the trade show's return to Hong Kong on 3-5 September 2025. read more

A delegation of 16 Australian growers, along with members of the Queensland Government and Hort Innovation, will travel to California in October for a study tour in the United States. read more

The October 2024 edition of Asiafruit Magazine is now accessible to subscribers on the Asiafruit app – available on Apple, Android, and desktop platforms – providing the most recent news and insights from the rapidly evolving fresh produce markets across Asia. read more

W odległym regionie Karnali w Nepalu, niedawne postępy w zakresie łączności drogowej dały miejscowej ludności, zwłaszcza plantatorom jabłek, iskierkę nadziei, umożliwiając im dostęp do rynków i uzyskanie rozsądnych cen za swoje produkty. Jednakże, niewystarczająca jakość konstrukcji tych dróg. read more

Od stycznia do sierpnia import świeżych borówek do Chin wzrósł pod względem wartości, ale zmniejszył się pod względem ilości. Według doradcy handlowego Giovanny'ego Deckera, na podstawie wstępnych danych z Generalnej Administracji Celnej Chin, import świeżych borówek osiągnął wartość 101,4 miliona dolarów. read more

A flower subscription model is gaining popularity in Delhi NCR, according to floral designers. Meeta Gutgutia, the co-founder of FNP, a flower delivery service, says, "People are now looking for convenient and personalized experiences in every aspect of their lives, and this trend is evident in the floral industry." read more

Po oficjalnym uznaniu do eksportu dwa miesiące temu, sprzedaż wietnamskich kokosów do Chin wzrosła, a obecnie zamówienia sięgają tysięcy kontenerów. Wietnamskie Stowarzyszenie Kokosowe (VCA) zauważa, że od zezwolenia na eksport świeżych kokosów do Chin, główne przedsiębiorstwa mają read more

The National Logistics Cell (NLC) is playing a key role in boosting Pakistan's agricultural exports, leading to significant growth across different sectors. The NLC has helped in setting up trade routes that link Pakistan with Central Asia, as well as China and Russia. Reports indicate a noticeable increase in agricultural exports as a result of these initiatives. read more

Sourabh Jaiswal, Business Development Manager for Indian produce exporter KK Star, mentioned that the pomegranate season in India has started with a solid demand from different markets. He stated, "The pomegranate season is just starting, but there is already strong demand, with markets worldwide experiencing robust demand." read more

Continuous rainfall from October 11 to 13 in Nashik, India, has led to damage to various crops across 45,000 hectares. Preliminary reports from the Agriculture Department indicate that approximately 73,350 farmers in 489 villages have been affected, with expectations for this number to increase after further surveys. read more

W ciągu pierwszych dziewięciu miesięcy 2024 roku import owoców i warzyw do Azerbejdżanu wyniósł 256 644 ton, o wartości 195,802 miliona dolarów, jak podał Komitet Celnictwa Państwowego. Oznacza to wzrost o 27,8% pod względem objętości i 11,7% pod względem wartości w porównaniu z tym samym okresem w poprzednim roku. read more

New Zealand grower and exporter Integrow is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. The company currently exports 30,000 metric tonnes of produce annually, including onions, apples, squash, cherries, avocados, citrus fruits, and carrots to markets worldwide. "Integrow is a business." read more