During a business visit to Germany, a delegation from Uzbekistan's Fergana region secured new export deals. Locally grown and packaged fruits from Fergana will now be supplied to the European market. Beshagro Eksport, based in the Besharik district, signed a $10 million contract with Polish partners. read more

Lidl, a supermarket retailer in Europe, is planning to shift its supply chain to Vietnam. The company aims to increase imports from Vietnam and Malaysia in order to diversify and safeguard its supply chain in the face of increasing global uncertainties. Schwarz Group, the parent company of Lidl, has established its own container shipping. read more

In a diplomatic development, Indian mangoes have made a resurgence in China this summer, highlighting a long history of diplomatic exchanges between China and India. Various premium Indian mango varieties such as 'Sindhoora', 'Banganapalli', 'Alphonso', 'Himsagar', 'Dussheri', 'Langra', and 'Chausa' are being featured… read more

In a significant move to support flower cultivators, the Yogi government announced on Saturday that all types of flowers will no longer be considered specified agricultural products, but instead be categorized as non-specified products. Additionally, mandi fees for selling flowers outside mandi premises will be waived, providing a major relief to the cultivators. read more

In a building that previously housed a newspaper printing press in Tbilisi, which has now been transformed into a vibrant space featuring a hotel, an in-house restaurant, co-working areas, an art gallery, and event zones, SpaceFarms has established its headquarters. Since 2019, this Georgian vertical farm has been quietly providing fresh. read more

In early 2025, there was a significant decrease in Vietnam's fruit and vegetable exports, primarily due to shipments being rejected by China and the EU for food safety and quarantine violations. Specifically, durian exports saw a sharp decline as heavy metal residues triggered stricter inspections by China, affecting some growing areas. read more

From January to May 2025, Uzbekistan exported 28,348 tons of carrots amounting to $5.6 million, as reported by the National Statistics Agency. The majority of the exported carrots were sent to neighboring countries. Kyrgyzstan was the primary importer, receiving 14,990 tons, followed by Kazakhstan with 7,197 tons. read more

Flowers are a real crop, and there is colourful proof of that at an all-natural cut flower farm in North Glengarry. Sunwheel Farm, located at the end of Lapensée Lane, is owned and operated by Ana and Flo Valean. The couple immigrated to Canada from Romania in 2010 and first settled in. read more

India cultivates bananas throughout the year, with two main seasons running from November to March and May to July. This year, early May rains resulted in significant challenges for banana growers in Maharashtra, but there continues to be a strong demand for Yelakki and Cavendish varieties. Abhijeet Patil, a banana farmer in read more

Proterra Investment Partners Asia has teamed up with Mekong Blue Singapore Pte. Ltd. and a group of Chinese berry industry specialists to set up a new blueberry farming project in southern Laos. The venture, situated in the Paksong area on the Bolaven Plateau, is focused on developing a premium-quality… read more

This was reported by reefertrends, citing a Rabobank report. However, the decline in the booming Australian avocado production is expected to be short-lived. It is anticipated that Australian production will bounce back to record levels in 2025/26. read more

Izrael stał się najnowszym rynkiem otwartym dla peruwiańskich eksporterów winogron stołowych po zatwierdzeniu nowego protokołu fitosanitarnego po trzech latach negocjacji.

Israel has become the latest market to open for Peruvian table grape exporters after the new phytosanitary protocol was approved after three years of negotiations. read more

Fruitist (formerly Agrovision) has successfully delivered its first shipment of Peruvian blueberries for the 2025/26 season to China via the newly established Port of Chancay. read more

IG International, a fresh fruit importer based in India, has announced the arrival of the first-ever shipment of 360 Oranges, a premium orange brand endorsed and represented by cricketing icon AB de Villiers. "Selected for their flavor and quality, 360 Oranges promise to deliver an unparalleled citrus experience." read more

On Thursday, the Director of Agriculture in Kashmir, Sartaj Ahmad Shah, visited the Model Floriculture Center in Nunar, Ganderbal. During his visit, he sent off the first-ever shipment of dried lavender flower spikes to Dehradun. In his discussions with officials, Director Shah emphasized the importance of this initiative. read more

Meena Chandel, hailing from the scenic district of Bilaspur in Himachal Pradesh, has rewritten her life story. After serving as a devoted school teacher for more than ten years, she made the switch to a thriving career in floriculture. She teamed up with her husband to establish a successful cut flower business. read more

Industries. This growth can be attributed to various factors, including favorable climatic conditions in key almond-growing regions of Australia, advancements in farming practices and technology, and increasing global demand for almonds due to their health benefits. As a result, the Australian almond industry has become an important player in the global market, with exports reaching countries around the world. read more

In India, there is a high demand for precise grading, sorting, and packing of apples to cater to the various requirements of fast-moving commerce, modern retail, and HoReCa (Hotels, Restaurants, and Catering). Rohit Khetan from Produpak Agro highlights the importance of flexibility in pack sizes and grades, stating that India is not a one-size-fits-all market. read more

Georgia can no longer be considered a minor player in the global blueberry industry. With approximately 3,000 hectares currently under cultivation, a number that has grown rapidly in recent years and continues to rise, the country is catching up to Germany and has already overtaken countries. read more

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