The temperate climate favours the expansion of greenhouses, as there is no risk of frost as in other regions. In addition, the tomatoes grown there are known to be a sought-after export product. Recently, according to the Syrian media organisation Enab Baladi, the
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Despite being geographically distant from Europe, India is making significant advancements in the development of efficient sea routes to export fresh fruits, especially bananas, to Europe. The country has set an ambitious goal of reaching one billion dollars in exports, demonstrating the
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The first bell peppers from Jordan are set to arrive at PEQ in the Netherlands today. "We'd hoped to get them before Christmas, but cold weather delayed production a little. We're now, however, getting them in reasonably large volumes," says Johan Vrijland. read more

In the fruit and vegetable industry, circumstances can change rapidly, and this is exactly what is happening with Chinese ginger and other products coming from Asia to Europe. read more

Balle Bros. are experiencing a more normal growing season in the northern half of the North Island of New Zealand compared to the last 2 years. Sufficient rain has set up the early onion crops for a good finish. read more

Bến Tre green-skinned pomelos, a fruit specialty from Vietnam, are gaining popularity across the globe, with exports reaching the EU, New Zealand, Australia, China, and Korea. These unique fruits, weighing between 1.2-2.5 kilos each, are recognized for their green, thin, and easy-to-peel skin,
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The number of container vessels that have re-routed via the Cape of Good Hope due to the Red Sea crisis has risen to 354 units as of 7 January, according to the latest Linerlytica report, translating to 4.65 million TEUs or 16.4% of the global fleet. read more

The vegetable and fruit export season has kicked off in Horgos, marked by the dispatch of a refrigerated truck loaded with 2.4 tons of mandarins to Kyrgyzstan. The Horgos customs post ensures meticulous control and swift customs clearance for agricultural products through the "green corridor." read more

On January 1, 2024, Chile and South Korea started using ePhyto or Electronic Phytosanitary Certification for their trade, allowing both countries to take advantage of all the benefits that the initiative entails to facilitate trade and improve the management of plant health. read more

In the face of a severe labor shortage, the farming community in Israel is urging the reintegration of Palestinian workers into agricultural fields. The National Farmers Association calls for developing a strategy to attract Jewish workers and contemplates the return of demobilized soldiers to
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At present, tomatoes, citrus fruits and pomegranates are predominantly imported from Turkey. "We switched from Satsumas to W.Murcott shortly before the turn of the year. Overall, there was a seamless transition and sufficient volumes have been consistently available. The quality of the citrus
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EastFruit analysts point out that wholesale prices for onions on the Uzbekistan market are currently on average almost three times lower than a year earlier at the same time. In addition, so far there are absolutely no prerequisites for their growth. Moreover, since October 2023, wholesale
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The first shipments of Orri Jaffa mandarins from Israel are already on the way to expected markets for the 2024 season. Yield and export volumes are the similar to the previous year according to Orna Inbar, sales and promotions specialist at Israel’s Plants Production and Marketing Board. read more

Blueberry sorting machine “Green Sort” is another interesting product from the Polish company, being sold in dozens of countries around the world: Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Portugal, France, South Africa, Romania, Belarus, Russia and Lithuania. Positive opinions from satisfied customers
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In partnership with the renowned University of Georgia (UGA) Horticulturist Scott NeSmith, California Berry Genetics developed a blueberry seedling program. NeSmith was the head of the UGA Blueberry Breeding Program for over 20 years and bred the Duchess series blueberry varieties “Through
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Indian shippers are getting flooded with general rate increase (GRI) and peak season surcharge (PSS) notices as container lines attempt to maximise pricing out of the troubled Red Sea waters. read more

Monthly imports of citrus fruit to the EU came in at 23,359 tons in November, of which 2,887 tons came from Egypt and 790 tons came from South Africa. Monthly orange imports came in at 12,576 tons. read more

A.P. Moller - Maersk A/S and Hapag-Lloyd AG have denied any deal with Houthi rebels in Yemen to facilitate the safe movement of vessels through the Red Sea. Container company stocks were hit by a report in a Danish publication that said meetings between Houthi rebels and shipowners had taken
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Feijoas are native to Southern Brazil but are well-loved in New Zealand and common in many gardens. In March, Matt Low and Melissa Burleigh-Low will introduce the unique taste of New Zealand’s favourite fruit to the world at Womad in New Plymouth’s Brooklands Park. The couple took over a
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Tomato exports from Turkey in 2023 surged by 42.8% compared to the year earlier, reaching $538.7 million (TL 16 billion), according to the data compiled by Anadolu Agency. The nation exported tomatoes worth some $377.19 million in 2022 to 54 countries. With an annual surge of 42.8%, the exports
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