Despite a few minor logistical issues related to snowfall in some parts of France, the green kiwi campaign had a successful start this year for Vergers Cancel. "We are slightly ahead of the destocking plan," Alexandre Cancel explains. This is attributed to the fact that New Zealand... read more

The New Zealand onion grower Balle Bros began harvesting their earliest varieties at the start of December. The weather was quite unpredictable, with rain causing some interruptions. However, the quality and size of the onions were good. "Due to the slower harvest, the supply was limited and therefore..." read more

Konsumpcja miękkich owoców, zwłaszcza borówek, rośnie dynamicznie na całym świecie, a Turcja ma potencjał, by stać się głównym graczem na tym rynku. Kolektyw Holland House of Fruits (HHF) wspiera tureckich producentów poprzez transfer wiedzy, szkolenia i technologię w celu poprawy...

The consumption of soft fruits, especially blueberries, is rapidly increasing worldwide, and Turkey has the potential to become a major player in this segment. The Holland House of Fruits (HHF) collective supports Turkish growers through knowledge transfer, training, and technology to improve... read more

India's pomegranate exports are undergoing a significant transition towards long-distance sea shipments to markets such as the USA and Australia, with values increasing by over 20% despite initial unseasonal humidity in the 2025-26 season, according to Aditya Ghatge of Paathway Global, a fresh produce exporter. "We have." read more

The international cherry market in the southern hemisphere enters the campaign season with still unstable balances. Prices are significantly affected by the Chinese market, where the large availability of Chilean cherries has led to estimated decreases ranging between 20% and 40% compared to. read more

Banana growers in India are experiencing difficulties due to chilling injury affecting crops in Maharashtra and other key growing areas during the harsh winter. However, exports to the Middle East are offering some relief, as reported by FreshPlaza. read more

Banana cultivation has been growing in the Rangpur agricultural region of Bangladesh, supported by stable and profitable prices since 2019. Farmers in all five districts of the region have been increasing their plantings, motivated by consistent market returns and high yields. read more

"Until a few years ago, the butterfly pea flower was just another climbing plant in my village," said Nilam Brahma, who lives in Anthaigwlao, a village in the northeastern Indian state of Assam. Butterfly pea, also known as aparajita in India, grows as a vine and has a striking blue flower. read more

Produkcja ziemniaków w Izraelu osiągnęła poziom około 350 000 ton w 2025 roku, z czego około 80 procent pochodzi z południowego regionu Western Negev/Gaza Envelope. read more

In India's protected cultivation sector, automation is typically implemented gradually. Greenhouses and indoor farms gradually integrate sensors, controllers, and software from various suppliers over time, leading to challenges in managing systems that may not always communicate efficiently. read more

Chiny zwiększą cła importowe na świeże i suszone żurawiny od 1 stycznia 2026 r., w związku z zakończeniem dotychczasowych obowiązujących stawek celnych na zasadzie najwyższej ulgi taryfowej. Zgodnie z harmonogramem taryfowym na rok 2026, cło importowe na świeżą żurawinę sklasyfikowaną pod kodem HS 08104000 wzrośnie. read more

A trial of a multi-function tree management platform has been initiated in Western Australia as part of a study on technology-enabled Narrow Orchard Systems. The Western Australian Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development has acquired an electric-powered Frucotec Berglady platform. read more

A group of enthusiastic horticulture staff from JSW Steel, Dolvi, organized a one-day hands-on flower arrangement workshop for their skill development. The event was guided by Pandharinath Mhaske, an award-winning and certified floral designer and Coordinator of the India Florist Association. read more

Agriculture experts on Tuesday urged farmers to closely adhere to an irrigation schedule for spring sunflower crops, emphasizing the critical role of timely watering in maximizing per-acre yields and enhancing oil quality. A spokesperson from the agriculture department stressed the importance of. read more

China's agricultural exports have been increasing during the 14th Five-Year Plan period from 2021 to 2025, driven by a variety of products and expanded market opportunities. The export value rose from 544.34 billion yuan, approximately US$77.83 billion, in 2021 to 732.75 billion yuan, or around US$104.8 billion. read more

"Banana growers in India are experiencing difficulties due to the impact of chilling injury on crops in Maharashtra and other key growing regions. However, exports to the Middle East are offering some relief," said Abhijeet Patil from Trimurti Fruit Company in Solapur. read more

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In India's intense sunlight, UV-stabilized greenhouse film is not an additional feature but a fundamental necessity for protected farming. The country experiences high levels of ultraviolet radiation throughout most of the year, and regular plastic is unable to withstand this exposure. Without UV protection, read more

The production of oranges in Australia for fresh consumption and juicing is projected to increase by 1.7 per cent to 590,000 metric tons (MT) in marketing year (MY) 2025/26. This would be the highest level in over twenty years and marks the sixth consecutive year of growth. The production of fresh-market oranges is expected to read more

Despite the arrival of Egyptian Navel oranges and the peak season in terms of volume for Egyptian mandarins, Moroccan citrus fruit exporters are reporting strong demand at the start of the year. This is according to Mehdi Benchekroun, CEO of DMB & Co, who nevertheless reports a slowdown in the read more