Australian authorities have reported a trend in which international drug smuggling syndicates are hiding cocaine in refrigerated containers used by legitimate businesses for imports into Sydney. Last month, the Australian Federal Police and Australian Border Force revealed that they intercepted 40kg of cocaine. read more

The price of most flowers in Dangwa nearly doubled on Monday, four days before Valentine's Day. Local and imported roses and tulips are now priced at P80 to P100 per piece, up from their previous price of around P50 last week. Stargazer lilies now range from P180 to P200, with a P50 increase. read more

In the last few years, the price of red roses, which was around ₹14 to ₹15 per stem, has reached ₹20 due to increased demand. Bengaluru, known as the floral hub of India, sends roses to other cities across the country such as Mumbai, Chennai, Nagpur, and Jaipur, as well as exports them. read more

In southern Kazakhstan, in the Sairam district, bananas are grown in a greenhouse operated by GenGroup Kazakhstan. This may seem unusual for a country with cold winters, but controlled conditions make it possible. Inside the greenhouse, rows of tall banana plants grow under carefully maintained conditions. read more

The Netherlands is the second-largest global exporter of agricultural products by value, after the United States. This includes top exports such as tomatoes, potatoes, and onions, as well as a strong presence in the vegetable sector overall. Dutch expertise plays a key role in enabling the production and. read more

During MEWA India 2025, in addition to the daily support to our associates, we organize an additional one through Misri Goradia, commercial representative at ProChile in India, who knows the buyers. With her, we agree. read more

According to the WAPA report, which collects data from Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, New Zealand, and South Africa, apple production is expected to increase by 5.5% compared to 2024, while pear harvest is projected to decrease by 3.3%. read more

Nergi-branded kiwi berries have made significant progress over the past two decades. Originally from Asia and unfamiliar in Europe, these small, green, tangy fruits – often mistaken for olives by Europeans – are now commonly found in many European supermarkets. read more

The apple and pear industry in New Zealand has exceeded NZ$1 billion (€550 million) in revenue at the orchard gate for the first time, as indicated by new economic impact data published by New Zealand Apples and Pears (NZAPI). read more

It is expected that this upward trend will continue, as NZAPI predicts a 10% increase in exports for the 2025 harvest, from 19.1 million Tray Carton Equivalents (TCE) in 2024 (current) to potentially 21 million TCE in 2025. Thanks to ideal winter and read more

Przemysł jabłek i gruszek w Nowej Zelandii po raz pierwszy przekroczył wartość ponad 1 miliarda dolarów nowozelandzkich przy bramie sadu, zgodnie z nowymi danymi dotyczącymi wpływu gospodarczego. read more

FreshTest, an initiative for residue and microbial testing by Fresh Markets Australia (FMA), will now be able to detect over 480 analytes across various crops following the addition of 12 new analytes to the program. read more

The Jiangnan Fruit Wholesale Market in Guangzhou is China's most influential hub for imported fresh fruit, playing a crucial role in the supply chain. Significant volumes of U.S. cherries, plums, citrus, apples, and grapes enter China through this market before being distributed to other cities. read more

SPAR China partners are continuing store development nationwide. Recently, at the end of 2024, the SPAR Supermarket Qingdao Leke City officially opened its doors after undergoing significant renovations. This store places a strong emphasis on fresh produce, offering a wide variety of local and international fruits. read more

Obecnie w Indiach Walentynki są obchodzone z wielkim entuzjazmem, zwłaszcza wśród młodszego pokolenia. Walentynki zyskały na popularności w ostatnich latach głównie w obszarach miejskich. Wielu młodych Hindusów traktuje Walentynki jako okazję do wyrażenia swojej miłości i uczucia. read more

The Bonaf factory, located in the Tashkent region, is considering purchasing berries from Kyrgyzstan for the production of freeze-dried products, according to the Trade Representation of Kyrgyzstan. Trade representatives held talks with the factory's management, during which Bonaf expressed its interest. read more

The automation of fruit orchard cultivation is at the center of major research groups internationally, at least according to the contributions presented at the recent "Orchard Systems 2025" Symposium held in New Zealand from January 20th to 25th, under the auspices of the International. read more

The conflict in Israel has had a significant impact on local farms, resulting in a scarcity of fresh produce and a rise in agricultural imports. In 2024, Israel imported 227,000 tons of fruits and vegetables from 30 countries, showing a 13% increase compared to 2023. Five specific items made up 75% of all imports. read more

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has ordered that all imported onions must arrive in the Philippines by February 20. This decision is intended to avoid competition with locally grown onions, which has been criticized by farmers. Agriculture Assistant Secretary and spokesperson Arnel de Mesa mentioned that the importation of onions... read more

Dla pierwszy razu, wiodące platformy e-commerce w Chinach, JD.com i Tmall, z sukcesem importowały świeże owoce za pośrednictwem kanału handlu elektronicznego transgranicznego (CBEC). Było to częściowo wynikiem zwiększonej dostępności łańcucha chłodniczego. Obie platformy utworzyły własne magazyny CBEC z łańcuchem chłodniczym,... read more