"The recently concluded season of South Africa in India provides valuable lessons for citrus exporters"
2026-02-11 00:00
South Africa's exports of mandarins and oranges to India doubled in 2025, causing challenges for Indian importers, according to Abdul Hadi, Managing Partner at DFC Global. "During July-September, the volume of oranges increased from 778 to 1,600 containers and mandarins from 1,000 to 2,000, leading to oversupply and price issues."
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Indie: Naukowcy z Kaszmiru udają pierwsze kwitnięcie tulipanów zimą
2026-02-11 00:00
Tulips są zazwyczaj zaprogramowane na wiosnę. W Kaszmirze zazwyczaj tak jest. Jednak tego zimy, w kontrolowanej przestrzeni badawczej na kampusie Shalimar SKUAST, kwiaty nie poszły za kalendarzem. Według The New Indian Express, po raz pierwszy w dolinie naukowcy mieli.
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Before Valentine's Day, rose breeders are calling for respect for innovation and protection against illegal propagation.
2026-02-11 00:00
Valentine's Day is the most romantic day of the year—and the most important commercial date for the global rose sector. In the U.S. alone, rose sales during this period reach into the billions, with red roses making up nearly 70% of all flower sales. Globally, over 250 million rose stems are sold.
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First Dutch apple officially available on the Chinese market
2026-02-11 00:00
The Dutch growers' cooperative Royal FruitMasters, in collaboration with their Chinese distribution partner, is pleased to announce the introduction of the Tessa apple to the Chinese market. This launch represents a significant milestone as it marks the first official commercial debut of Dutch apples in China.
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A Romanian tomato grower plans to reduce costs by 50% by installing their own cogeneration units.
2026-02-11 00:00
Jednym z największych producentów pomidorów w szklarniach w Rumunii jest gotowy rozpocząć produkcję energii elektrycznej i ciepła za pomocą dwóch jednostek kogeneracji na gaz ziemny o łącznej mocy elektrycznej wynoszącej 9,9 MW. Rozwiązanie obejmuje system do przechwytywania dwutlenku węgla, który jest niezbędny do stymulowania fotosyntezy.
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India: Rose exports from Maval, Pune surge, boosting growers' income
2026-02-11 00:00
The Maval region in Pune district has seen a notable rise in rose production, with exports reaching 5 to 5.5 million roses this year. Growers are profiting from the increase in prices. The Pawana Phool Utpadak Sangh (Pawana Flower Producers' Association) cultivates roses on 450 to 500 acres.
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With nearly 1.5 billion inhabitants, India is the most populous country in the world. The country also plays an important role in global fruit and vegetable production. India ranks second globally in this regard, well ahead of China. However, as a trading nation in fresh fruit and vegetables,
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"Exports of Indian grapes are now being redirected to the Middle East as European shipments are pending the necessary Brix levels."
2026-02-11 00:00
Shipments from India to Europe usually start by late January, but this grape season has experienced delays due to lower sugar levels not meeting strict export standards, according to Shubham Shelar from Shelar Overseas. "To keep up the pace, we have already sent containers to Middle Eastern markets where quality is not as stringent."
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"We have sold all of our inventory before Ramadan."
2026-02-11 00:00
Jordanian Medjool dates have had a successful season. "We sold our entire stock before Ramadan at satisfactory prices; demand was very good," said Ali Elkouz, owner of Ali Dates. The grower elaborates: "We exported most of our production to four main markets, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar,
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Blue Maldiva, a jumbo blueberry variety developed by Planasa, is being cultivated in various regions with different agronomic conditions. Growers in Mexico and China are sharing their experiences regarding productivity, fruit size, and crop management performance in their specific environments. In Ahualulco, Mexico,
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Chinese companies have joined forces to advance the protection of patented flower varieties through collaboration.
2026-02-11 00:00
Yunnan, as the largest fresh-cut flower production base in China, leads the nation in both annual output value and market share. Rose production is particularly prominent in the region. Efforts are being made to promote the widespread adoption of new flower varieties and to protect the legitimate rights and interests of flower producers.
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The tariffs pose a threat to the Colombian flower industry during the Valentine's Day rush.
2026-02-11 00:00
Millions of Colombian roses arrived in the U.S. just in time for Valentine's Day, but growing economic challenges are threatening to wilt the romance for the world's second-largest flower exporter. Colombia, which trails only the Netherlands in global exports, shipped approximately 65,000 tons of...
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Hort Innovation is coming back to Korea for the "Taste the Wonders of Australia" campaign.
2026-02-10 23:00
Hort Innovation will be returning to Korea for the eighth Taste the Wonders of Australia campaign in February 2026, as part of the Australian Food and Wine Collaboration Group.
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T&G has won a legal battle in a Chinese court regarding the intellectual property rights of the Envy apple.
2026-02-10 10:00
The New Zealand company T&G Global has announced that it has achieved another important legal victory, as a Chinese court has upheld its intellectual property rights for the apple variety Scilate, which is marketed under the Envy brand.
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Nippon Agriculture has raised ¥1.3 billion in equity financing.
2026-02-10 07:00
Japan's Nippon Agriculture has secured around ¥1.3 billion in a Series C extension round by issuing new shares to investors such as Suzuyo & Co, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, and DG Resona Ventures.
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Nonsan strawberries are being showcased in Indonesia.
2026-02-10 03:00
Jakarta hosted the second edition of the Nonsan Strawberry Festival as part of efforts to strengthen international cooperation between Jakarta and Nonsan, Korea.
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Verena Cunningham joins IFPA A-NZ to lead the New Zealand strategy.
2026-02-10 02:00
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"Nasze eksportowane melony wodne do krajów Zatoki Perskiej potroiły się przed Ramadanem"
2026-02-10 00:00
Eksport arbuzów z Indii do państw Zatoki Perskiej jest silny w tym sezonie, ponieważ rolnicy z kluczowych regionów zaplanowali podaży na potrzeby świąteczne w Zatoce, co znacząco zwiększyło zarówno produkcję, jak i wolumeny eksportu - powiedziała Swapna Jarag z Grow India Import Export, eksportera świeżych produktów rolnych. "Nasze przesyłki odnotowały solidny wzrost o 50%"
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"Hybrydowe odmiany zwiększają eksport kapusty z Bangladeszu do Azji"
2026-02-10 00:00
"Bangladesh's fresh cabbage exports reached 15,700 MT worth USD 3.6 million in FY 2024-25, driven by Asian demand and better quality standards," says Md. Irfan of R S Enterprise. "After limited early-year shipments, this sharp growth reflects improved post-harvest handling and rising buyer demands."
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Interflora Australia has launched a Valentine's Day campaign.
2026-02-10 00:00
Interflora Australia has launched a Valentine's Day campaign with bold, modern, headline-led creative aimed at connecting with today's flower-buying audience. The updated campaign features the iconic gold logo, the traditional red rose, and a fresh, contemporary visual identity.
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