Australian fresh produce businesses are being encouraged to collect more data throughout their supply chain - from the field to the consumer's plate - and make sure that it is utilized to achieve optimal results and value for producers. At Hort Connections 2024, three industry experts discussed the importance of this practice as part of the 'How' aspect. read more

The National Farmers' Federation welcomes the visit of Chinese Premier Li Qiang to Australia. Strong and cooperative relationships with our international markets and partners are critically important. China is the largest trading partner for Australian agriculture, both at the sector level and in terms of overall trade. read more

To było wszystko zaczęte z wielkimi nadziejami na ten sezon, prognozy dotyczące indyjskich winogron stołowych wskazywały na bardzo pozytywne znaki związane z dostępnością owoców, jakością owoców, objętością owoców i poziomem pozostałości owoców z powodu korzystnych warunków klimatycznych w tym roku. "Te nadzieje szybko się rozwiały, gdy... read more

India is set to import avocados from Brazil for the first time, aiming to address the high prices of the fruit in the domestic market, which range from ₹100 to ₹2,000 per kilogram depending on the variety. This move is part of a broader agriculture deal being negotiated between the two countries. read more

Influencer marketing has emerged as a powerful tool in the modern marketing arsenal, with the potential to deliver impressive results. By harnessing the credibility of popular personalities to connect brands with their target audiences in an authentic and impactful way, influencer marketing has proven to be an effective strategy. read more

The agricultural sector in Turkey is facing challenges due to extreme weather fluctuations, affecting crop yields and quality nationwide. Unusual weather patterns, such as heavy rainfall, hailstorms in certain regions, and drought in others, have caused significant damage to crops, especially fruits. read more

Zespri has launched a global campaign aimed at encouraging people to eat better in order to address health challenges and enhance lives worldwide. read more

The garlic harvest began well, benefiting from very good weather conditions. However, the intermittent rains last week have been causing some difficulties in the final stage of harvesting the white and violet Spring garlic. Approximately 50% of the crop has already been safely stored in warehouses, where the... read more

Vietnam's agricultural exports to Russia have increased by 48.7% in the last five months, with coffee, seafood, cashew nuts, fruits, and vegetables being the most imported products. Preliminary statistics from the General Department of Customs indicate that by late May 2024, agricultural exports have seen a significant surge. read more

In a significant development in the bio-based materials sector, researchers from Mahidol University in Thailand have innovated a method to produce leather using pineapple leaf fibers. This new material not only replicates the properties of real leather but also outperforms it. read more

In 2024, Moldova started actively exporting fresh apples to one of the most attractive fresh apple markets in the world - India. In 2023, despite a relatively low yield of apples, Moldova faced challenges in selling its stocks as Russia had banned imports of fruits and other food items from the country. read more

The mango harvest volumes in Israel for 2024 are expected to double this season, despite some damage caused by the early desert summer heat. Nir Harel, Sales Manager at Galilee Export in Israel, stated, "The mango quantities this year are expected to be double compared to last year." read more

South Africa has granted permission to import various Indian mango varieties, such as Alphonso, Totapuri, and Kesar, after thorough regulatory scrutiny. This decision is intended to diversify South Africa's fruit options and meet the demand from Indian expatriate communities in neighboring countries. read more

A decade ago, Fruitnet reported that Israeli grape exports were declining. The exports fell from 7,000 tonnes in 2006 to 5,000 in 2010, and further down to 3,000 tonnes in 2014. The decline was attributed to various factors such as adverse exchange rates, seasonal EU-imposed taxes for imports after July 31, and price competition with Egypt. read more

This information comes from a recent report by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). However, the increase in yields would also bring marketing and consumption challenges. Due to the low profitability that many producers are facing, read more

The project led by entomologist Maryam Yazdani at CSIRO (Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation) aims to make detection more efficient and effective. read more

A team of Australian researchers has conducted testing on a novel method of detecting fruit flies in cherries and other fruits, utilizing an AI-programmed optical scanning system. read more

Hort Innovation has signed a three-year strategic partnership with the multi-award-winning agency, Thinkerbell, in order to boost consumption habits in the A$16.3 billion horticulture sector. The Australian advertising and creative agency secured the contract after a competitive pitch. read more

On 13 June, China's Premier Li Qiang officially visited New Zealand at the invitation of New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. read more

South Africa's citrus exports to Russia have returned to normal volumes over the past two seasons, with consumers in the market said to have changed their habits by demanding higher-grade fruit. The traditional perception of Russia as a market that gladly accepted Class 2 fruit has shifted. read more