Asia & Oceania

Dar Abu Abdullah, a Jordanian NGO, is distinguished among fresh produce exporters for being a non-profit organization. Kareem Alkhas, the deputy director general, explains the organization's activities: "Dar Abu Abdullah works in the agriculture and agri-food sectors, covering everything from food production... read more

Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ) is urging the government to enhance the draft legislation that is set to replace the Resource Management Act (RMA). They have warned that without improvements, the new framework could create difficulties for growers in producing fruits and vegetables. HortNZ chief executive Kate Scott emphasized the importance of ensuring that the new legislation supports the horticulture sector. read more

The Australian achacha season usually runs from January to March, but this year it is running a little later than usual. The world's first commercial achacha plantation was established in 2003 in North Queensland, with fruit appearing in 2009. Every year, the fruit's popularity is rising. read more

The Indian mango season is expected to have high volumes this year, according to Kartik Sakhiya, the founder of Akshar Agri Exports based in Gujarat, India. He anticipates that the season will start in mid-March with the early Alphonso mangoes from Maharashtra. Sakhiya also mentioned that the supply will be controlled with a gradual harvesting process. read more

Taiwan and the EU signed an agreement to protect Oncidium and Phalaenopsis orchids, the Ministry of Agriculture said on Tuesday. The accord safeguards Taiwan's position in the global orchid supply chain, as reported by CNA. Francesco Mattina, Director of the EU Community Plant Variety Office, and the Minister of Agriculture and Food were involved in the agreement. read more

In the last twenty years, Ukraine has been the third largest exporter of walnuts in the world, following the United States and China. However, it later dropped to fourth place as Chile increased its shipments. According to national statistics, Ukraine exported over 160,000 tonnes of walnuts valued at USD 461.4 million between 2020 and 2024. read more

In supply chain sustainability, investment horizons are often measured in half-decades. For example, solar panels may take seven years to pay back, while a new distribution center may require four. When it comes to packaging, the transition from single-use cardboard and wood to pooled Reusable Plastic Crates is also a key consideration. read more

The Drewry World Container Index fell by 1 percent to US$1,919 per 40ft container, marking the sixth consecutive weekly decrease. The decline was driven by lower spot rates on the Transpacific and Asia-Europe trade routes. Spot rates from Shanghai to New York dropped by 1 percent to US$2,782 per container. read more

Wietnam wygenerował 477 milionów dolarów ze sprzedaży owoców i warzyw do Unii Europejskiej w 2025 roku, co stanowi trzykrotny wzrost w porównaniu do 2021 roku i rekordowy poziom. Według Departamentu Celnego, wzrost eksportu do UE w ciągu ostatnich pięciu lat odzwierciedla zarówno zwiększenie skali rynku. read more

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The fresh produce industry in Vietnam has recognized that the development of cold storage facilities is crucial for maximizing the growth of fresh produce exports. read more

Uzbek agricultural producers strengthened their positions on foreign markets in 2025. According to data from Rosselkhoznadzor, cited by TASS, Uzbekistan ranked first in supplies of fresh grapes and raisins to Russia. Total exports reached 198,000 tonnes, up 11.4% compared with the previous year. read more

A new geothermal greenhouse at W Agro Park in Kayseri, Turkey, is expected to produce approximately 2,500 tons of fresh tomatoes annually from a 40,000 m² facility primarily designed for European export markets. Founder Mehmet Kabak stated that the project adheres to a strict compliance strategy focused on exporting first. read more

The Avocado Collective, an avocado producer, has experienced significant growth in recent years, expanding its operations to serve export markets year-round. This strategic shift, according to Wayne Robinson from the collective, has greatly increased the scale and reach of the business. "We have always been based in Western Australia. read more

As the Horti India Expo 2026 approaches (12–14 March, New Delhi), East-West Trade & Consulting is organizing a targeted horticulture trade mission to assist European suppliers looking to enter the Indian market. This initiative builds upon previous conversations regarding India's vast market potential and rapid growth. read more

Wykrycie choroby TR4 Panama w Ekwadorze we wrześniu 2025 roku odnowiło globalne obawy dotyczące banana odmiany Cavendish, która stanowi około połowy produkcji światowej i ponad 90 procent eksportu. TR4 to grzyb przenoszony przez glebę, dla którego nie ma znanej kuracji. Objawy często stają się widoczne dopiero po read more

W Rosji po raz pierwszy wejdzie w życie państwowy standard dla bananów w marcu, zgodnie z informacją RIA Novosti, powołując się na dokument Rosstandartu. Standard GOST będzie dotyczył świeżych bananów sprzedawanych w detalu i importowanych do Rosji. Produkty będą sprawdzane pod kątem spełnienia wymagań. read more

"Frutas de Chile's main goal is to help exporters streamline the export process, ensuring that fruits reach their destination in optimal quality and condition," stated Iván Marambio, president of Frutas de Chile. The organization focuses on 10 strategic areas, including phytosanitary issues. read more

A team of scientists led by Dr. D. M. Firake, Senior Scientist from the ICAR-Directorate of Floricultural Research (ICAR-DFR), Pune, have discovered a new species of blossom midge, named Contarinia icardiflores sp. nov., infesting Jasminum sambac (jasmine) flower buds in India. read more

Kazakhstan plans to start exporting Almaty Aport apples and processed products made from this variety after European buyers showed interest at Grüne Woche 2026 in Germany. To facilitate market entry, the national export development operator QazTrade and the Association of Almaty Aport Producers will provide support. read more