Asia & Oceania

The production costs explosion of up to 30% triggered by the war in Iran puts agricultural productions at risk, with double-digit price increases for fertilizers and plastic materials, making urgent EU support measures necessary to safeguard crops. This was stated by... read more

"This machine was launched in September 2023 and has been a great success. Units have been sold in Italy and abroad, particularly in Switzerland, Spain, Poland, Cyprus, the Netherlands, and India," says Riccardo Daniele, the sales manager for the Italian market, while presenting the SM2. read more

UK: Amazon Now expands to Lewisham and Battersea as on-demand delivery service continues London expansion
Amazon Now has officially started operating in Lewisham and Battersea in London. This expansion comes after the launch of QLD1 in January, which was the first Amazon Now on-demand delivery site in the UK.
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Napięcia na Bliskim Wschodzie obecnie powodują znaczące zakłócenia w globalnym transporcie morskim. Sytuacja wokół Iranu i Cieśniny Ormuz ma bezpośrednie konsekwencje dla przepływów handlowych, cen paliw i bezpieczeństwa marynarzy. To wyjątkowe zakłócenie, którego pełny wpływ jest wciąż nieznany. read more

The University of Kashmir (KU) concluded week-long entrepreneurship training programs on "Nursery & Post-Harvest Management of Commercially Important Ornamental Plants" and "Cultivation & Commercialization of Edible and Medicinal Mushrooms in Kashmir" at the Main Campus on Monday. The programs were organized by... read more

Od 10 do 13 marca odbyła się targowa impreza Foodex Japan w Tokio. Oprócz głównie dużych producentów chipsów, takich jak Agristo, Clarebout, Lutosa, oraz przetwórcy ziemniaków Pomuni, BelOrta również był obecny na targach z różnorodnym asortymentem warzyw. "Głównie warzywa, ponieważ na przykład z gruszkami jeszcze nie mamy." read more

The Australian avocado industry has introduced a pioneering trial of a retail ripeness scanner, a first in Australia, to assist in the growth of domestic demand. This initiative aims to address common frustrations for growers, consumers, and retailers. The Avocado Retail Ripeness Scanner enables users to confidently select avocados at their preferred ripeness level. read more

Rockit is preparing to introduce its new season fruit to global markets, featuring a combination of vibrant color, sweetness, and crispness that are characteristic of the snack-sized apple brand. The initial batches of New Zealand fruit have been delivered to China, with other international markets scheduled to receive shipments soon. read more

Po ostatnich opadach deszczu w rejonie Sunraysia, które dostarczyły ponad dwie trzecie rocznej sumy opadów w ciągu zaledwie 48 godzin, Agriculture Victoria prosi plantatorów o zgłaszanie strat i szkód swojej grupie branżowej, aby pełny wpływ zdarzenia mógł być zrozumiany. Migdały, winogrona i melony... read more

The Ministry of Agriculture announced on Friday that Taiwan has obtained NT$750 million (US$23.46 million) in orchid export orders at the Taiwan International Orchid Show in Tainan, representing a 3% increase compared to last year. According to CNA, over 300,000 people attended the exhibition. At the event, 32 buyers from... read more

The increase in turmoil in the Middle East, which began with the U.S. and Israeli military actions in Iran at the end of February, is causing disruptions to regional trade flows. The transit through the Strait of Hormuz continues to be a crucial factor. In addition to disruptions in oil, gas, and freight transportation, the closure of the strait is also impacting. read more

Yogesh Rathod, Director at Nova Fresco in Navi Mumbai, mentioned that the kiwi market in India is currently under pressure due to limited supply, with importers eagerly anticipating fresh shipments. He added that the global kiwi market is experiencing a shortage, leading to fluctuating prices. Their consignments are expected to arrive soon. read more

A lab at the University of Georgia has developed a method of identifying the source of garlic by using microbiota and machine learning to combat food fraud. Led by Xiangyu Deng, a professor at the UGA Center for Food Safety, researchers studied the microbiota, which refers to the community of small living organisms. read more

Amit Chopade, CEO of Indian fresh produce exporter Chopde Farms and Exports, states that there are fewer Indian grapes available for export this season. "This year's grape harvest is smaller than it was in the previous season. I expect it to be lower by around 40 per cent," he said. read more

Jedna sezon winogron nie jest taka sama jak inna, a aktualna sytuacja na rynku jasno to ilustruje. "Jesteśmy na rynku z indyjskimi winogronami od trzech tygodni, ale ogólna podaż jest o 50% niższa" - mówi Lucien de Wit z LuBa Fresh. "Jednocześnie, częściowo z powodu dopłat, read more

"The new international tensions with the opening of the conflict in Iran will inevitably have repercussions on the agri-food supply chains, but this does not mean that this will automatically result in price increases. Certainly not with immediate effect," says Ernesto Dalle Rive. read more

Mango farmers in Dhanusha and the Tarai-Madhes region are eagerly waiting for the rains as the trees are currently in bloom. Farmers are concerned that the delayed rainfall may impact fruit formation and production. Badri Mahato, a mango farmer from Bateshwar in Dhanusha, mentioned that the insufficient rainfall so far could affect the mango crop. read more

In the debate on the effects of war in Iran on agriculture, attention is almost exclusively focusing on the increase in oil prices and, consequently, on the rise in fuel, plastics, and fertilizers. But the real impact, for those who operate daily in international markets, is... read more

In early March, Maersk redirected multiple sailings on its Me11 (Middle East/India–Mediterranean) and Mecl (Middle East/India–US East Coast) services, moving from the Trans-Suez route to the Cape of Good Hope because of "unexpected limitations" in the broader Red Sea operating conditions. read more

India's sweet corn exports in retort pouches have been steadily growing in recent years, with strong demand seen in markets such as Russia and the Middle East, according to Laxman Savalkar, Co-founder and Director at Magnus Farm Fresh. "Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat are the leading producers, with significant acreage." read more