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

Asia Fruit Logistica's China Meet Up will return for its second edition on 8–9 September 2025 at the Haizhu International Convention & Exhibition Center in Guangzhou. The event is expected to draw visitors from more than 30 countries and regions. This year's edition will feature 63 exhibitors. read more

Citrosuco has completed the inaugural long-distance journey of its fleet using B24 biodiesel, signaling a transition towards the use of renewable fuels in its maritime activities. The project started with the MV Carlos Fischer, a vessel that received technical enhancements in Tuzla, Turkey. This ship, with a length of 205 meters, led the way in utilizing eco-friendly fuel. read more

Rohan Satish Ursal, Director of Purandar Highlands Farmer Producer Company (FPC), stated that India's custard apple market has demonstrated significant improvement this season compared to the challenging conditions experienced in 2024. He attributed this improvement to timely rainfall after a drought last year in Purandar, which has resulted in excellent fruit quality. read more

"Każdy sezon niesie ze sobą swoje wyzwania i niespodzianki" - mówi Elena Rogojnikova z firmy The Greenery na temat rynku awokado. "W tym roku zanotowaliśmy niezwykle niskie ceny dla awokado odmiany Hass, głównie z powodu dużych ilości dostarczanych przez Peru. Dzięki tzw. 'dobremu roku', na rynek trafiło tak wiele awokado. read more

Onings Holland Flowerbulbs has announced the acquisition of several company divisions from Van Zanten Flowerbulbs as of October 1st, 2025. This includes the flower bulb production farm in New Zealand and the sales office in Australia, as well as the integration of the commercial activities. read more

More than 800 growers, produce companies, regulators, and government officials attended the horticulture and Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) conferences in Wellington this week. The two-day event focused on both the sector's progress and ongoing challenges. The past year saw export revenue read more