After the slight recovery marked in 2024, pears are experiencing a new drop in production caused by extreme weather events, plant diseases, and the Asian stink bug. Data from Prognosfruit, the leading European conference for the sector, indicate a 24.7% decrease in quantity for the Italian industry. read more

Haryana's agriculture minister Shyam Singh Rana said on Tuesday that the state is now looking to promote flower farming as a crucial component of its agricultural diversification strategy, taking inspiration from Europe's flourishing floriculture industry. Rana made this statement after returning from a week-long visit to France and The Netherlands, where he investigated the sector. read more

Australia has experienced an increase in demand for its avocados in both domestic and export markets over the past year, which is positive news for growers as they gear up to produce more of the fruit in the coming years. read more

Bravo zostało zwycięzcą w kategorii Najlepsza Świeża Przekąska podczas nagród Healthy Food Guide Australia 2025 ogłoszonych 1 września. read more

Prices for imported citrus and apples are on the rise this week due to reduced arrivals and high demand during the Mid-Autumn Festival. New Zealand Queen apples, which were selling for about ¥330 (US$46) per box last week, are now priced at around ¥350 (US$49) per box. This increase in prices has led to a rise in the read more

IFPA hosted the first Executive Leadership Summit – Asia in conjunction with the Asia Fruit Logistica event in Hong Kong this month. The Summit, which brought together leaders from over 20 countries, addressed the challenges posed by disruptions in the global produce industry while also identifying exciting opportunities for growth. read more

Pakistan's floriculture industry is expanding opportunities despite a changing climate, as nurseries and exporters are targeting increasing demand from markets in the Gulf region. However, challenges related to supply chains, post-harvest handling, and quality standards persist. There are four main segments in the floriculture industry. read more

Angus Soft Fruit launched the refreshed 'Good Natured Berries' consumer-facing brand in May 2025, and it has been performing very well. "We are already exporting our soft fruit to the Middle East and Asia," said Jill Witheyman, Head of Marketing at Angus Soft Fruit. "We are back at Asia Fruit." read more

"India's imported apple market is experiencing a surge in activity this season with the introduction of new origins in addition to the usual sources," says Vijay Bhatia, Managing Director of fresh produce importer Mheet International. "Currently, New Zealand and USA apples are on offer, and starting from September 21st, Turkish apples will also be available." read more

Według najnowszego raportu "Facts at a Glance" opublikowanego przez Avocados Australia, australijscy plantatorzy awokado wyprodukowali 131 385 ton awokado w roku finansowym 2024/25, o wartości 794 milionów dolarów australijskich (wskaźnik wartości brutto produkcji (GVP)). Wolumen był nieco niższy, ale GVP był o 22,34% wyższy w porównaniu z poprzednim. read more

The floriculture industry in Pakistan is experiencing opportunities for growth in a shifting climate, as nurseries and exporters are observing an increasing demand from markets in the Gulf region. However, challenges persist in supply chains, post-harvest handling, and maintaining quality standards. "There are four main segments of floriculture in Pakistan: ..." read more

"Export of Bhagwa pomegranates from India is set to have a robust season," says Ankit Thakkar, Operations Head at Fresh and Fair Exporters. "Our packing operations will commence from the last week of September in Maharashtra, then move on to Gujarat, and run through February and March." Thakkar added that... read more

Potato growers in Hokkaido, Japan's largest potato-producing region, are reporting lower yields this season as prolonged summer heat impacts crop quality and size. The Tokachi region, which alone accounts for around 30% of Japan's potato output, has been particularly affected. Farmer Yoshii read more

The coconut sector in Indonesia is under increasing pressure as the rising exports of fresh coconuts, especially to China, are taking up a larger portion of the country's production and making it challenging for processors to obtain raw materials. As reported by the Indonesian Coconut Processing Industry Association (Hipki), the demand for fresh coconuts is on the rise. read more

With the beginning of the 2025/26 avocado season, Israel is once again anticipating a total harvest of approximately 220,000 tons, a volume similar to that of last year. Around 120,000 tons of this harvest will be allocated for export, with the remaining portion being consumed within the domestic market. The cultivation area has... read more

The need for modernization has never been as evident as it is today. In the shelves of supermarkets or at the stands of traditional markets, origin labels with names of foreign countries are more the rule than the exception. Carrots come from the Netherlands, read more

In this newly created position, Shih will build a global marketing structure and expand investments in brand programs across all Driscoll’s markets. He will be relocating from Singapore to Hong Kong. read more

Hort Innovation has commissioned a new National Agrichemical Management Program, delivered by Ausveg, to help guide growers through the changing regulations regarding agrichemicals and crop protectants and to ensure long-term industry resilience. read more

Hort Innovation has commissioned a new National Agrichemical Management Program, delivered by Ausveg, to guide growers through the changing regulatory environment of agrichemicals and crop protection and to ensure the long-term resilience of the industry. read more

Seafrigo Australia, operating under the name Mode Logistics across Australia, has recently inaugurated a cutting-edge facility at Melbourne Airport. This marks a major achievement in the company's strategic expansion and dedication to catering to the global food logistics industry. read more