The New Zealand-based marketer Zespri has announced that it is “on track” to sell nearly US$3 billion (NZ$4.5 billion) worth of kiwifruit this season. read more

The projected hectare yields have increased compared to the previous season, with the average of the current ranges exceeding the final hectare yields of the previous season for all pools. The projected hectare yields for Green and Organic Green are... read more

China and Malaysia have signed a protocol permitting the export of fresh Malaysian durian to China. read more

A new protocol has been signed between the governments of China and New Zealand, allowing for the resumption of trade for New Zealand kiwiberries. The new kiwiberry export plan, signed on 13 June at Government House, is subject to a series of conditions, including crop registration. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica is prioritizing high-quality information and insights this year by introducing the Asiafruit Knowledge Centre. read more

Imports of fresh apples into India have increased by over 70 per cent in the first nine months of the marketing year (MY) 2023/24 (July 2023-June 2024) compared to the same period last year. According to a report from the USDA, imports are forecasted to reach a record 510,000 tonnes. read more

Hort Connections 2024, the premier fresh produce event in Australasia, broke records when it took place on 3-5 June. The event set the stage for strategic industry growth, revitalized grower confidence, and is believed to have brought A$10m into the Victorian economy. read more

As reported by EastFruit experts, the fruit and vegetable industry in Uzbekistan faced an unexpected challenge in May 2024 with the introduction of minimum export prices for fresh produce. This change significantly impacted the conditions and opportunities for exporting vegetables and fruits from the country. read more

McDonald's Korea, a subsidiary of McDonald's Corp., has announced a temporary halt in the sale of French fries due to an "unexpected issue within our supply chain" related to "substandard" frozen potatoes. The company has apologized for any inconvenience caused and has pledged to... read more

Đồng Tháp Province aims to develop lotus cultivation sustainably to produce high quality products for export and improve farmer incomes. Located in the Đồng Tháp Mười (Plain of Reeds) region, the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta province has many ponds, lakes and wetland areas which are ideal for growing lotus flowers. read more

While visiting Agroveli's blueberry garden in the village of Gochajikhaishi, Khoni municipality, Minister of Environment Protection and Agriculture Otar Shamugia, State Governor of Imereti Zviad Shalamberidze, and Rural Development Agency Director Davit Tsitlidze evaluated the progress. read more

In Muğla, Turkey, the Muğla Metropolitan Municipality is making efforts to combat the Mediterranean fruit fly, which poses a threat to the region's citrus exports. Using biotechnological systems, the municipality has started trapping operations over an area of 35,000 decares in the Köyceğiz district, which is home to a read more

A cherry from the Japanese prefecture of Yamagata in western Japan was auctioned for 100,000 yen (590 euros) at a market in Tokyo. The cherry belongs to the Yamagata Benio variety, which was introduced to the market last year and is known for its large size and vibrant red color. read more

On three stages and over three days, expert speakers will provide the best combination of strategic insights and practical tips for business success in Asia. read more

Mehmet Akın Doğan, head of the Agriculture Chamber of Adana Yüreğir, said: "The fact that the UEFA European Football Championship coincides with our watermelon season this year has made our farmers very happy. We expect a yield of 8 to 9 tons per hectare. If the read more

India plays a leading role in mango production, which aims to encourage traders to support the import and distribution of Indian mangoes in South Africa. read more

Australia's table grape industry will soon have access to a "plug-and-play" traceability solution that is aimed at boosting customer confidence and increasing exports to Southeast Asian markets. The Australian Table Grape Association (ATGA) has been granted funding for this initiative as part of a recent development. read more

Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd have recently announced the resumption of container transportation services to key ports in Ukraine, particularly those situated on the Black Sea. This marks the first time container shipments have resumed since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began. read more

The citrus export season in South Africa is gaining momentum, with volumes gradually increasing after a slightly slower start. According to Sarel Joubert, Managing Director of the exporter In2Fruit, "the season is going well, and we are shipping to various countries, including the UK, Europe, Canada, Russia, and." read more

Aiming to tackle a labor shortage, Israeli officials have approved a quota of 92,000 foreign workers to fill positions in agriculture, industry, hotels, and restaurants, as announced by the Prime Minister's Office on Tuesday. This represents the first instance of Israel allowing foreign workers specifically for the restaurant industry. read more