Asia & Oceania

On August 22, the Ministry of Agriculture and Welfare of Farmers of the Republic of India published phytosanitary import requirements for blueberries exported from Poland to India. This marked the end of the process that began in March 2022.

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The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations has issued a warning about the alarming situation of food production in the Gaza Strip due to Israel's ongoing military attack on the densely populated area since October 7th. read more

Leading market development agency CSO Italy will once again showcase a number of Italy's most important fresh produce companies at this year's Asia Fruit Logistica. The companies featured on its stand will include Apofruit Italia, European Fruit Group, F.lli Clementi, and Infia. read more

After the appearance of the Japanese beetle (Popillia japonica) in Switzerland near the German border, the population in Germany is also being sensitized to be vigilant. In Saxony-Anhalt, this task is taken on by the responsible State Institute for Agriculture and Horticulture (LLG) based there. read more

The Italian marketer Jingold announced that its sales of red-fleshed kiwifruit more than doubled in 2023. As the company prepares to participate in Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong, which it considers one of the most important events in the calendar, Jingold predicts that it will experience significant further growth. read more

On August 25, 2024, the first shipment of fresh Malaysian durians arrived by air at Zhengzhou Airport in China. This marked the official beginning of trade sales of Malaysian fresh durians to China. Dole, an international fruit brand with a hundred-year heritage and a leader in the industry, was involved in this shipment. read more

Packaging designs for fruit and vegetable products have been highlighted at the annual Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design Awards (PIDA) with Costa Group, The Packaging Hippie, and Red Gem receiving commendations. read more

W such as the state's hilly terrain and varied climate contribute to the popularity of dried flowers, they have also become a symbol of the local culture and traditions. Today, dried flowers are used not only for decorative purposes but also in various ceremonies and rituals. read more

The entry of Afghan apples into the Indian market under the Asian Free Trade Area (AFTA) agreement, which exempts them from import duties, has led to a notable decline in the prices of local apples from Himachal Pradesh and Kashmir. The price difference is substantial, with Afghan apples being read more

Zespri has been implementing a strategy that focuses on increasing demand before expanding supply, with the goal of increasing the value for New Zealand kiwifruit growers. This strategy involves significant investments in innovation, the supply chain, and branding, which have led to year-on-year growth in value. read more

Dzisiaj EastFruit poinformował o niedawnym zakazie importu świeżych jabłek do Kazachstanu do końca 2024 roku. Co oznacza ta decyzja dla regionalnego i globalnego rynku jabłek? read more

On August 28, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development of Vietnam, led by Deputy Minister Hoang Trung, held discussions with the US Department of Agriculture. The delegation met with Deputy Minister Mr. Jason Hafemeister and representatives from relevant agencies. read more

GAL, a promising banana variety developed by the Israeli company Raham Meristem, is resistant to Fusarium race 4 fungus, a soil pathogen that has severely impacted banana plantations, particularly in northern Peru. This variety was recently introduced in Piura. Development of GAL began in 2018 and it shows great potential in combating the disease. read more

W Lanling County, Shandong Province, eastern China, local authorities, farmers, and vegetable vendors are implementing measures to maintain vegetable production and market supply following periods of heavy rainfall. The excessive rain has increased the risk of plant diseases and pests... read more

Earlier this month, Vietnam and China completed the finalization of three protocols to officially export frozen durian, fresh coconuts, and crocodile to China. This development is expected to boost the export volumes of these agricultural products. The agreement on fresh coconuts is predicted to open read more

India, Singapore, Malaysia, and Bangladesh are important markets for South African apples and pears. Eon Smit, the commercial director of Fruitworks based in Paarl, says, "Asia Fruit Logistica is a platform where the three companies come together to interact and explore our current opportunities." read more

W Izraelu biotechnologiczny startup o nazwie ODE Pharma bada potencjał terapeutyczny molekuły odkrytej w papai do leczenia mukowiscydozy (CF) u dzieci. Inicjatywa ta była inspirowana hipotezą dwóch renomowanych izraelskich biochemików, w tym laureata Nagrody Nobla, Aarona Ciechanovera. read more

The Japan Fruit and Vegetables Export Promotion Council (JFEC) and the Japan Food Product Overseas Promotion Center (JFOODO) are excited to announce a new partnership with Sanrio Company, Ltd., the renowned company celebrating the 50th anniversary of its beloved character, Hello Kitty. read more

Southeast Asia may soon become a new export market for one of Egypt's most unexpected fruits - mangoes, according to EastFruit. This seems unlikely, considering that the region is already home to at least five well-known mango producers and net exporters: Vietnam, the Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, and. read more

Five talented young individuals will be competing for the title of New Zealand's 2024 Young Horticulturist of the Year. These five participants, who come from various horticultural sectors, recently gathered for an orientation day in preparation for the upcoming Young Horticulturist finals in Karaka, Auckland. read more