Asia & Oceania
Niedawne testy laboratoryjne przeprowadzone przez Thai-PAN (Pesticide Alert Network) we współpracy z magazynem Chalard Sue, Fundacją dla Konsumentów oraz Administracją Żywności i Leków (FDA) ujawniły, że 23 z 24 próbek winogron Shine Muscat sprzedawanych w Bangkoku i okolicach.
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South Australia's lab for testing Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) is ready for action.
2024-10-25 00:00
The first testing laboratory for Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) in South Australia has started operating at the Waite campus of the University of Adelaide. This is a crucial advancement in the continued efforts to combat this highly contagious plant disease. The laboratory is being overseen by the South Australian Research institute.
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The first South African Hass avocados have been introduced in India.
2024-10-25 00:00
Westfalia Fruit, a multinational supplier of avocados and various fresh fruits, has announced the arrival of its first-ever container of South African Hass avocados in India on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. This accomplishment signifies a significant milestone in the company's export initiatives and the development of new markets.
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Funny-shaped vegetable photo contest at Japanese museum
2024-10-25 00:00
The Omi Hino Merchant Museum in Shiga Prefecture is hosting its 10th annual "Funny and Interesting Vegetable Photo Exhibition." Participants are invited to submit photos of uniquely shaped vegetables along with humorous titles until October 30, 2024. The exhibition will be held from November 15 to December 15.
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CRE sells stake in Mr Apple owner Scales Corp The headline means that CRE has sold its ownership stake in Scales Corp, the company that owns Mr Apple.
2024-10-24 13:00
China Resources Enterprise (CRE) has divested a 15 percent stake in Scales Corporation, which is the largest exporter of apples in New Zealand and the owner of Mr Apple and Fern Ridge Produce.
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Chile has high hopes for cherry exports.
2024-10-24 13:00
The Chilean Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG) stated that they have certified 10 tons of fruits destined for China, India, Thailand, Taiwan, South Korea, and Spain. As record amounts are expected this season, the SAG has reportedly increased its personnel.
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Chile expects record amounts of cherry exports.
2024-10-24 13:00
The Chilean Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG) stated that it has certified 10 tons of fruits destined for China, India, Thailand, Taiwan, South Korea, and Spain. As record amounts are expected this season, the SAG has reportedly increased its personnel.
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Thailand provides opportunities for South African citrus.
2024-10-24 12:00
South African avocados have gained new market access in the East, and the country's apples and pears are set to return to Thailand after a long absence. Citrus sources have also noted potential opportunities in Thailand, pending the resolution of certain issues.
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Westfalia Fruit is celebrating its first shipment of South African avocados to India.
2024-10-24 08:00
The leading avocado supplier, Westfalia Fruit, has announced the arrival of its first-ever container of South African Hass avocados in India on October 22. This milestone represents a significant achievement in the company's export endeavors and the wider South African avocado industry.
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Indonesia reopens its market to US apples.
2024-10-24 07:00
Amerykańskie jabłka odzyskały dostęp do indonezyjskiego rynku po ogłoszeniu przez indonezyjski Urząd Karantanny zniesienia ograniczeń w oświadczeniu zeszłego tygodnia.
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Final shipments of Zespri's largest-ever crop are being sent out.
2024-10-24 03:00
About 4,610 tonnes of Zespri Green kiwifruit has left New Zealand's Port of Tauranga and is scheduled to arrive in Tokyo at the beginning of November, before continuing on to Kobe.
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Asiafruit Knowledge Centre: Asia's high-tech farming trajectory
2024-10-24 02:00
Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) is a diverse sector that includes everything from small-scale greenhouses, which were the original concept behind the term, to advanced indoor vertical farms that are revolutionizing fresh produce production.
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Asiafruit Knowledge Centre: Asia’s high-tech farming trajectory
2024-10-24 02:00
Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) is a diverse field that includes small-scale greenhouses, which were the original structures associated with the term, as well as high-tech indoor vertical farms that are at the forefront of fresh produce production.
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Armenia is transitioning from importing to exporting potatoes despite facing weather challenges.
2024-10-24 00:00
The Ministry of Economy of Armenia has noted a change in the country's potato trade, as it is now exporting potatoes instead of importing them. Minister of Economy Gevorg Papoyan emphasized that Armenia has exported 2,500 tons of potatoes in the first nine months.
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Costa Rica enhances its agricultural presence at the Global Produce and Floral Show 2024.
2024-10-24 00:00
Aby wzmocnić swoją pozycję na rynku i zwiększyć międzynarodowy zasięg, Costarykańska Agencja Promocji Handlu Zagranicznego (PROCOMER) prowadziła udział kraju w targach Global Produce and Floral Show 2024. Wydarzenie, które odbyło się od 17 do 19 października w Atlancie, w stanie Georgia, USA, przyciągnęło ponad 21 000 osób.
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The Fiji Mushroom Association aims to increase local production and decrease imports.
2024-10-24 00:00
The Fiji Mushroom Association is dedicated to boosting local mushroom production in order to reduce Fiji's dependence on imported mushrooms within a five-year period. Fiji currently imports mushrooms worth around $0.9 million annually, which is equivalent to approximately 124
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An Australian union is calling for the elimination of superannuation tax for workers from Pacific nations and Timor-Leste.
2024-10-24 00:00
An Australian union is urging the Albanese government to abolish the superannuation tax for workers from the Pacific and Timor-Leste who are part of the Pacific Australia Labor Mobility (PALM) scheme. This initiative currently engages more than 30,000 individuals in industries like agriculture.
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"Importujemy owoce tropikalne poprzez Holandię."
2024-10-24 00:00
Po przeprowadzeniu różnych wywiadów z producentami i eksporterami owoców z Mołdawii, dzisiaj przyszedł czas na importerów świeżych produktów. "Ładujemy egzotyki w Holandii, cytrusy w Turcji, przyprawy w Uzbekistanie, a sałatę we Włoszech," zaczyna Cristina Brinzila, menedżer Biofruct Exim. Firma, która głównie
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There is a delay in the onion harvest in India, with the harvest now expected in 15 days.
2024-10-24 00:00
Anil Katharani of Indian fresh produce exporter Kathrani Exports mentioned that the onion market in India has been quite unstable recently. He said, "As the ancient Chinese proverb goes, 'Always expect the unexpected.' This holds especially true in the onion export business in India. Despite expert analysis,"
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"We produce 300% more pitahaya than is needed."
2024-10-24 00:00
Pitahaya, a fruit rich in vitamins and minerals, has ceased to be exotic and has become a highly sought-after product. However, it is facing increasing competition, particularly from Asia. "Vietnam was one of the first to enter the market, but pitahaya originated in America," said Mariano Zambrano, CEO of.
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