The Russian phytosanitary authorities have stopped two fruit shipments at the Ubylinka border crossing in the Pskov region due to discrepancies in documentation and labeling. A 20-ton shipment of fresh avocados, which was being transported from the Netherlands but listed Peru as the country of origin, did not meet the requirements... read more

In a significant move towards self-sufficiency in floriculture, a research center in south Kashmir is gearing up to provide locally grown tulip bulbs and seeds to major gardens across India, thereby substantially decreasing the country's reliance on expensive imports. The Centre of Excellence for Tulips is leading this initiative. read more

Tulip bulb sellers are facing a shortage of products, but they are advising customers not to panic. Graham Stoneman, the owner of Stoneman's Garden Centre, mentioned that his business has been receiving fewer tulip bulbs than usual. "We've been informed by the supplier that there is a shortage, which is why we" read more

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India's Geographical Indication (GI)-certified Konkan Alphonso mangoes are experiencing a significant drop in yields this season, leading to a doubling of domestic prices compared to last year, according to Kunal Bandekar of SD World Impex, a GI-registered grower-trader from Malwan, Sindhudurg. "Our farm production has plummeted from 20-25% of. read more

In the last two years, a group of FAO (UN) experts in Uzbekistan has carried out an extensive Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) study in the fruit and vegetable sector, as reported by EastFruit. read more

Logistics providers are modifying supply chains to ensure the continuous flow of food and medical supplies to Gulf markets amidst disruptions to maritime transport resulting from the conflict involving Iran. The disruptions were caused by U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran, and subsequent retaliatory actions. read more

Australian vegetable growers are reducing their plantings and choosing not to harvest current crops due to increased costs of essential farm supplies and supply chain uncertainties, which could impact Australia's access to locally grown fresh vegetables. read more

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Selecta continues to expand international IP protection for RCS® 2.0, with granted patents secured in global markets such as Europe and the US, and further applications pending in additional strategic jurisdictions including Colombia, China, and India. RCS 2.0 represents a new... read more

After a decade of complex negotiations, the European Union and Australia have finally reached an agreement on the Free Trade Agreement (FTA). As reported by Valencia Fruits, the pact signed on Tuesday, March 24 represents a strategic piece for Brussels in a geopolitical framework. read more

The apple harvest is well underway at Wairepo Holdings in Lower Moutere, in the Tasman District of New Zealand's South Island. "The weather has been fantastic so far, but it is turning wet at the end of the week," said Simon Easton from Wairepo Holdings. At the start of the harvest, Simon had... read more

Rynek globalnego soku pomarańczowego zwolnił, zgodnie z źródłami rynkowymi, w miarę narastania konfliktu na Bliskim Wschodzie, co zwiększa niepewność dotyczącą zachowań konsumenckich. Po amerykańskiej i izraelskiej akcji wojskowej w Iranie pod koniec lutego, ceny energii wzrosły, z oczekiwaniami, że. read more

Jako sezon winogron w Indiach trwa, została tylko ograniczona ilość winogron o jakości nadającej się do eksportu - mówi Swapnil Aware, członek zarządu indyjskiego eksportera winogron Mersel Foods: "W miarę postępowania sezonu winogronowego, ogólna ilość winogron stopniowo maleje, a dostępność wysokiej jakości produktów również" read more

India harvests around 58-60 million metric tons of potatoes across 2.2-2.5 million hectares annually, with over 60% coming from the Indo-Gangetic plains of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal, explains Dr. Akhilesh Kumar, CEO of Eden Horticulture Services. "That's a whopping 20 million tonnes." read more

Global trade flows are experiencing disruptions, as numerous data sources point to significant port congestion and delays due to ongoing geopolitical events involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran. Over 80 percent of the world's 454 mapped ports are currently classified as being in critical status, with 60. read more

The Lam Dong province in Vietnam is continually advancing its high-tech agriculture sector, with a focus on fruit and vegetable cultivation for both domestic consumption and export markets. The province boasts over 107,000 hectares dedicated to high-tech agricultural production, with 1,200 hectares specifically utilized for smart agriculture practices. Additionally, there are 16 read more

Martin Oudenes from My Roots & More reports that sales of Vietnamese coconuts are on the rise. "We currently offer six different varieties, including coconuts that are easy to open, as well as half-cut, heavy brown coconuts. There is a high demand for standard coconuts in nets and those with a breaking line." read more

The start of the 2026-27 kiwifruit season opens with encouraging preliminary indications for producers. The New Zealand company Zespri International has released the first estimates on expected economic returns, providing the sector with an initial picture of the performance of the new season. read more

T&G Global Limited has issued a response to recent media reports about a possible sales process, which came after news that its German parent company is looking for a buyer for the business. The company confirmed that, as already announced in July 2025, it is currently reviewing its strategic alternatives. read more