The Romanian vegetable sector is still experiencing a decrease in competitiveness, as imports from countries like the Netherlands, Hungary, Poland, and Italy dominate supermarket shelves and market stalls. Local produce is finding it challenging to compete against these imported vegetables. read more

W uprawie owoców w Kuwejcie praktykuje się małą skalę i jest to zazwyczaj bardziej hobby niż działalność komercyjna. Niemniej jednak, producenci nie szczędzą kosztów, stosując zaawansowane szklarnie i importując rośliny. Cieszą się dużym spokojem, ponieważ straty są po prostu niemożliwe dzięki interwencji rządu. read more

The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) has expressed concern over the U.S. government's decision to impose an additional 25% tariff on goods of Indian origin, bringing total duties on many export categories up to as high as 50%. The tariff increase, which will be effective from August 27, 2025, is anticipated to... read more

Westfalia Fruit will participate in Asia Fruit Logistica 2025, with a focus on the increasing demand for avocados in Asian markets. Hans Boyum, Customer Director for Developing Markets, stated that avocado consumption is on the rise in the region, presenting opportunities for collaboration with. read more

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India's market for imported mandarins is experiencing strong growth, driven by increased supplies from South Africa, followed by Australia, says Devanshu Kalra, owner of fresh produce importer Radha Krishan Fruit Company. He explains, "The availability of South African mandarins has nearly doubled." read more

On August 12, the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan expanded the list of goods exempt from VAT on import. The new exemption now includes tulip bulbs, tubers, corms, and rhizomes in vegetative dormancy (HS code 0601103000). This measure aims to support domestic producers and boost business in the country. read more

Singapore is reimagining food production in spaces once thought impossible: Rooftops of shopping malls, courtyards of hospitals, and even containers beneath highway viaducts. What began as experimental projects has become part of the city-state's national sustainability planning, blending traditional agriculture with innovative urban farming practices. read more

As autumn fruit enters its peak season, a wide range of varieties from Yunnan and Sichuan, the two major production areas in Southwest China, have entered harvest. While recent high temperatures have affected yields of certain varieties, overall fruit quality remains stable. Hunan Dream of Fruit... read more

Włoskie owoce ponownie dominowały na rynku, z odmianami Victoria i Michele Palieri na czele. Red Globe zyskał trochę przewagi, a odmiany Arra uzupełniły gamę produktów. Dostawy winogron Sultana z Turcji wzrosły, podczas gdy pierwsze winogrona odmiany Crimson Seedless dotarły do...

Italian fruit once again dominated the market, with the Victoria and Michele Palieri varieties taking the lead. Red Globe gained some advantage, and Arra varieties complemented the product range. Supplies of Sultana grapes from Turkey increased, while the first Crimson Seedless grapes arrived in... read more

Eksport awokado z Mjanmy w tym sezonie będzie głównie skierowany do Singapuru i Tajlandii, zgodnie z informacjami przekazanymi przez Stowarzyszenie Producentów i Eksporterów Awokado z Mjanmy (MAVO). Zbiory od września do grudnia są obfite, z ilościami przekraczającymi krajowe zapotrzebowanie i kierującymi się na rynek międzynarodowy. read more

Przed Asia Fruit Logistica w Hongkongu, Westfalia Fruit podkreśliła rosnące zapotrzebowanie na awokado w Azji. read more

A report in the New Zealand Herald indicates that kiwifruit marketer Zespri plans to reduce its workforce by 65 positions and gradually eliminate an additional 70 positions as they become vacant. read more

The program is jointly organized by Dutch Greenhouse Delta, the municipality of Westland, and the Dutch Embassy in Japan. read more

The New Zealand apple brand, Rockit, has introduced a high-end new product line in China just in time for the Mid-Autumn Festival gift-giving season. read more

With the Qixi Festival approaching, also known as Chinese Valentine's Day, JD Flowers, the floral arm of JD.com, is expanding its direct sourcing of premium Ecuadorian roses, solidifying its position as China's top importer and distributor of these flowers. By utilizing its advanced supply chain... read more

The Commission for the Promotion of Peruvian Exports and Tourism (PromPeru) has confirmed that the country will participate in an official capacity for the first time at the Shanghai International Fruit Expo 2025, scheduled to take place from August 27 to 29 in China. The event is considered one of the most important in the fruit industry. read more

Od stycznia do sierpnia 2025 roku Armenia wyeksportowała 73 500 ton owoców i warzyw do Rosji. Z tej ilości tylko 998 ton (1,36%) zostało zwróconych, jak powiedział minister gospodarki Armenii Gevorg Papoyan. Tylko w sierpniu, 762 ciężarówki przewożące armeńskie produkty wjechały do Rosji, a tylko cztery z nich... read more

Stekindo, a subsidiary of Hasfarm Holdings, has appointed Mr. Jaywant Patil as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). "We are excited to welcome Jaywant to the Hasfarm family," said Aad Gordijn, CEO of Hasfarm Holdings. "His extensive experience and leadership will be instrumental in advancing our." read more

New Zealand: Express lane for new supermarkets

The government plans to eliminate obstacles that hinder new supermarket competitors from entering or expanding in New Zealand through a swift implementation of legislative and policy changes, according to Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis. "We're setting up an express lane for read more