Drewry's Intra-Asia Container Index (IACI), a weighted average of regional spot container freight rates, increased by 6% in the fortnight ending on November 30, 2025, to $667 per 40ft container. read more

The sezon starts with high hopes in Lebanon, which is expected to recover after two seasons heavily impacted by the war in the region. Souad Fadel, export manager at Fadel Trading, reports a positive beginning to the export campaign, highlighting the promising avocado production. read more

Romania's retail shelves now feature more than 85 percent local products, according to Agriculture Minister Florin Barbu, who is urging consumers to choose goods processed within the country. He noted that despite an increase in imported vegetables during the colder months, domestic production is... read more

India's horticulture production for 2024-25 is estimated at 369.05 million tons, showing a 4% increase of 14.31 million tons compared to the previous year's 354.74 million tons, as per the third advance estimates released by the Ministry of Agriculture. read more

Lockyer Valley biotechnology company Metagen has achieved a significant milestone by developing a DNA-based diagnostic test for Australian onion growers struggling with Stemphylium leaf blight (SLB) crop losses. read more

Australian horticulture is projected to become a $21 billion industry by 2030. read more

Australia’s RMIT University has established a research hub dedicated to developing innovative solutions in renewable energy, improving plant quality, intelligent monitoring of greenhouses, and analysis to unlock the immense potential of protected cropping. read more

The Vietnamese jackfruit has been allowed entry into the Chinese market after the signing of a new protocol on 27th November, as reported by the local publication VietnamPlus. read more

The production of guava in India is increasing every year in various regions of the country, according to Manoj Barai, Director at Indian fresh produce exporter M.K. Exports. Barai stated, "Guava production is experiencing significant growth, with Maharashtra and Gujarat seeing a 10 to 12 percent increase year over year. Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan are also..." read more

Farmers in several districts in Sri Lanka have increased pineapple yields by 300 per cent and export-grade mango output by 90 per cent after adopting new cultivation practices introduced through Chinese technical guidance, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization. read more

Farmers in Arbhalyang, Mangala Rural Municipality–4 in Nepal, are transitioning from growing grains to cultivating oranges commercially as households seek additional sources of income. Growers who used to cultivate wheat, corn, and millet are now opting to plant citrus orchards. read more

Azerbaijan exported 71,400 tons of apples worth US$50.2 million between January and September 2025, according to data from the State Statistical Committee. Export volumes rose 35 per cent year on year, while export value increased 46 per cent. Russia remained the primary destination for these shipments. read more

In Turkey, the vibrant cut flower industry, located primarily in the provinces of Antalya and Isparta, has entered its peak export season in preparation for the New Year celebrations. This holiday season, the sector is projected to export flowers worth $12 million to European countries, as reported. read more

Aktualnie dostępność świeżych borówek w Indiach jest ograniczona, przy czym przesyłki lotnicze z Peru spadły z 70 ton tygodniowo we wrześniu do zaledwie 30 ton w listopadzie - mówi Sharath Loganathan z Ninjacart Global. "Peru jest jedynym aktywnym źródłem dostaw na rynku obecnie, ale produkcja tam jest... read more

New Zealand: Woolworths Greenlane wraps itself up for Christmas

Woolworths NZ is giving Christmas a big Kiwi twist this year, quite literally, with a full festive wrap taking over its Greenlane store. This larger-than-life makeover officially marks the start of Woolworths' "Feels Like Christmas" campaign. read more

India's fresh flower market is experiencing consistent growth, expanding at a rate of 8 to 12 percent annually. This growth is driven by factors such as weddings, festivals, corporate events, and a growing demand for high-quality floral decorations, according to MD Rafiulla, Managing Director of HR Floritech. The trend of greenhouse-grown flowers is also on the rise. read more

The Italy-Saudi Arabia Entrepreneurial Forum, in which Melinda participated, has concluded. The initiative was organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, represented in the Middle Eastern capital by its head, the Vice President. read more

Uzbekistan has received the first shipment of premium seed potatoes imported from the Netherlands to enhance domestic production. The total import volume will reach 6,000 tons. This purchase was made in accordance with a presidential decree mandating the import of certified high-quality seeds from the Netherlands. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica has announced its 2026 Meet Ups program, "marking a new chapter of industry connection across Asia's high-growth fresh produce markets," according to a media release from organizer Global Produce Events (GPE). read more

Zespri's counter-seasonal Zespri Global Supply (ZGS) program has started with approximately 33 million trays, or 118,800 tonnes, expected this year from orchards in France, Italy, Greece, Korea, and Japan. read more