India's domestic demand for raspberries significantly exceeds the supply, primarily because of import restrictions. Tanvi Karvat from Berryland by Parth Farms explains that all raspberry consumption in India must come from locally grown produce, as importing fresh raspberries is hindered by economic and regulatory challenges. Berryland is recognized by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) for its tissue culture work. read more

Iran's limited connectivity is causing complications for apple imports into India, leading importers to scale back their purchases in panic, ultimately affecting supply in February, according to Aliyar Sehal from fresh produce importer Fruco EXIM. Sehal noted that last week, the price of Iranian apples in Mumbai reached USD 15.30-15.80 per 10 kg due to slow demand. read more

The Empress Garden in Pune, India, is ready to bloom with the annual Floral Exhibition from January 23 to 27. This year's event is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Madhav Gadgil, a renowned environmentalist and honorary member of the Agri-Horticulture Society of Western India. read more

The Taiwan Orchid Growers Association stated that the government should assist in furthering the expansion of the growth of Taiwan's Phalaenopsis orchids, commonly known as moth orchids, in order to strengthen its competitive position in the US market. Moth orchids are Taiwan's primary agricultural export to the US, facing competition from Canada. read more

Producers in the tropical fruit sector in Australia's Northern Territory are worried that the proposed import of pomelo from Vietnam could impact the domestic market and the sustainability of local production. Last year, the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry recommended that... read more

It's a year of celebrations for Sam Agri, as the company has been operating for a quarter of a decade now, says GVK Naidu, managing director of the integrated Indian fresh-cut produce supplier, processor, and exporter: "As Sam Agri Group completes 25 years in the global fresh produce industry, read more

Kyrgyz authorities have blocked the import of 26.978 tonnes of onions from Uzbekistan, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture. The shipment was halted at the Dostuk border checkpoint because it did not meet phytosanitary requirements. Specifically, the consignment did not have the necessary phytosanitary certification. read more

The pierwsza przesyłka świeżych owoców z RPA w 2026 roku dotarła do portu w Petersburgu. Ładunek składał się z około 1 800 ton winogron stołowych z nowego zbioru i został dostarczony na rosyjski rynek jako część regularnych importów sezonowych mających na celu zaspokojenie zapotrzebowania zimą. Była to... read more

Compared to other countries active in the international produce sector - such as Spain, France, and the Netherlands in the EU, and then further afield in countries such as South Africa, Chile, Peru, and Turkey - the UK has always been a small-scale exporter of fresh fruits and vegetables. read more

Avocado production is increasing in Lebanon, as reported by Georgette Lahoud, the area manager for the south at the Rene Moawad Foundation. The Foundation, in partnership with the Embassy of the Netherlands, is supporting the Avocado Lebanon Association, the country's promotional body for avocados. read more

The national produce rescue business, Funky Food, has reached out to growers in Queensland and northern New South Wales to expand its sourcing network. The company aims to redirect surplus and cosmetically imperfect produce directly to Australian households. read more

Zapotrzebowanie na owoce produkowane w Bangladeszu rośnie na rynkach zagranicznych, co odzwierciedla się w wyższych dochodach z eksportu, zgodnie z danymi z Biura Promocji Eksportu (EPB). Dane EPB pokazują, że dochody z eksportu owoców wyniosły 0,58 miliona dolarów w roku fiskalnym 2021–2022. Do roku fiskalnego 2024–2025, read more

Higher tuber counts and favorable weather conditions are leading to increased potato production in Pakistan, with a 7% rise in yields this season, according to Muhammad Umair Javid of Fauji Fresh n Freeze Limited. "Farmers are already harvesting early crops to maximize profits. Tuber bulking appears to be robust, with each plant... read more

Benguet's cut-flower growers are anticipating a plentiful supply of high-quality blooms for Valentine's Day and the Panagbenga festival, thanks to the cold and dry weather, according to an official from the association. Andi Colti, the president of the La Trinidad Cut-Flower Growers Association, mentioned on Monday that the favorable conditions are expected to ensure an ample supply of quality flowers. read more

Spanish nuts and dried fruit are looking to increase their presence in the European Union (EU) in the face of international challenges such as US tariffs and the emergence of new markets like Mercosur countries and China. The nut industry is encountering trade obstacles, with the US imposing a 15% tariff on. read more

China has made significant progress in the digitalization of agriculture. Nanjing Agricultural University has developed Sinong, the first open-source large language model (LLM) in the country tailored for the agricultural industry. The project is already being hailed as a major advancement. read more

Nowa Zelandia wyeksportowała rekordowe 1,65 miliona ton świeżych owoców i warzyw w ostatnim roku sprawozdawczym. Ten najwyższy jak dotąd wolumen był całkowicie napędzany przez eksport kiwi, który osiągnął około 926 000 ton, co stanowi wzrost o 17% w porównaniu z poprzednim rekordowym rokiem. read more

South African plums, sugar plums (or prunes), and nectarines have the highest potential in China, according to Jacques du Preez, Hortgro's manager for trade and markets. He made this statement while speaking at a seminar organized by the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA). Similar to Australia and Chile, South Africa has a strong supply. read more

Chrysanthemums that have been cut will be exported from Japan to the United States for the first time this year. The Aichi Minami branch of the Japan Agricultural Cooperatives (JA) in Tahara, Aichi Prefecture, will be conducting the exports in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries. read more

A.R. Chiranjeevi of Scion Agricos, an Indian fresh produce importer and exporter, states that India's trade of fresh produce with Europe depends on establishing trust through systems and transparency, rather than focusing on short-term price agreements. He mentions that Europe has taught him that building long-term relationships is more beneficial than prioritizing immediate profits. read more