Import of fruits and vegetables to different regions of Russia has significantly increased in 2025, indicating both a diversification of supply sources and a high consumer demand for imported produce. In the Omsk region, imports from Egypt grew by 24% in the first nine months of the year, totaling 13,500 tons. read more

Nowe dane z Fresh Facts 2025, opublikowane przez United Fresh, pokazują, że eksport owoców z Aotearoa Nowa Zelandia wzrósł o 1,69 miliarda dolarów w porównaniu z ubiegłym rokiem, głównie dzięki większym wolumenom eksportu kiwi. Według raportu, łączny eksport świeżych i przetworzonych produktów rolnych osiągnął wartość 6,85 miliarda dolarów. read more

Innovar Global and Horticulture Innovation Australia (HIA) have formed a global licensing partnership to develop and commercialize the Australian-bred Procado® (SHSR-04) avocado rootstock in various important markets worldwide. The partnership's goal is to assess the rootstock's performance in major... read more

The domestic fresh-cut flower industry of lilies has gradually established five core production areas represented by Kunming in Yunnan, Lingyuan in Liaoning, Foshan in Guangdong, Yanping in Fujian, and Lian Yungang in Jiangsu. As for bulb supply, imported bulbs continue to dominate the market. read more

Jabłka są jednymi z głównych upraw owoców w Azerbejdżanie, ciesząc się dużym popytem zarówno na rynku lokalnym, jak i międzynarodowym. Geografia i klimat kraju sprzyjają szeroko zakrojonej uprawie, co umacnia jego pozycję jako rosnącego gracza w regionalnym handlu jabłkami. Azerbejdżan jest jednym z czołowych producentów jabłek na...

Apples are among the main fruit crops in Azerbaijan, with strong demand both locally and internationally. The country's geography and climate support wide-scale cultivation, positioning it as a growing player in the regional apple trade. Azerbaijan is one of the leading producers of apples in... read more

In collaboration with Western Sydney University (WSU), Hort Innovation has introduced a new initiative aimed at tackling the significant workforce shortages in the Australian horticultural industry. read more

The new kiwi season is just around the corner. Not in New Zealand, or closer to home in Italy or France, but right in the Dutch town of Bunnik. At Djûke Smith, Van der Maat's Nieuw Slagmaat farm, a family business where her parents and partner also work, the first organic yellow kiwis are read more

SPAR's partner in China is modernizing supermarkets. One of the supermarkets undergoing renovations is the SPAR Shandong Qingdao Jimo District Baolong Plaza Supermarket, which emphasizes fresh produce such as fruits, vegetables, meat, and fish. Another renovated store is the SPAR Shandong Yantai Longkou Poly Plaza Supermarket. read more

Kolendra jest produktem dostępnym przez cały rok w Thorndon Park Produce w Gawler River, South Australia. "Zauważamy, że popyt na naszą kolendrę wzrasta zimą i w trudniejszych warunkach uprawy," powiedział Anthony De Ieso z firmy. "Niestety, z powodu łatwości uprawy kolendry, jest to produkt, który" read more

Greenhouse films are slowly gaining popularity in India, according to Shaildip Wagh from Essen Multipack Limited, a specialty film manufacturer. Wagh stated, "The greenhouse film market in India is estimated to be around 6,000 metric tons and is projected to grow as more farmers embrace protected cultivation. read more

India's coconut industry is facing challenges due to the inconsistent availability of mature coconuts, according to Arnold Menezes, the founder of Naturya Food Products, a manufacturer and exporter of frozen coconut products. "Neglected farm maintenance from previous low prices, adverse weather affecting pollination, excessive... read more

The coconut industry in India is facing challenges due to the inconsistent availability of mature coconuts, according to Arnold Menezes, the founder of Naturya Food Products, a manufacturer and exporter of frozen coconut products. Issues such as neglected farm maintenance due to previous low prices, adverse weather affecting pollination, and excessive... read more

India's coconut industry is facing challenges due to the inconsistent availability of mature coconuts, according to Arnold Menezes, the founder of Naturya Food Products, a manufacturer and exporter of frozen coconut products. "Neglected farm maintenance resulting from previous low prices, adverse weather affecting pollination, and excessive..." read more

Tokyo's obsession with bananas runs deep, from its famous Tokyo Banana sponge cakes to chocolate-dipped banana snacks at festivals. The beloved Tokyo Banana, made with real banana paste, was created by Grapestone Co. as a tourist souvenir rather than a local tradition, quickly becoming Japan's. read more

The Japan Fruit and Vegetables Export Promotion Council (J-FEC) has partnered with Sanrio and its character Hello Kitty to launch the interactive digital campaign Hello Kitty Japanese Fruit Hunt. read more

Fresh Peruvian Hass avocados have been granted entry into the Philippines following the signing of a bilateral work plan between the two countries. This agreement establishes the phytosanitary procedures and requirements for exporting the avocados. read more

Swapnil Aware, a board member of Indian grape exporter Mersel Foods, stated that the Indian grape season for 2025-2026 has started off rough due to weather conditions. He mentioned, "The grape season in India has begun under tense and uncertain conditions, with the monsoon arriving unusually early." read more

The Japanese peeler manufacturer Astra recently presented its newest solution for large-scale pineapple processing, the 'FAP-3000', at the IFPA show in October. This industrial-scale machine is capable of peeling and coring pineapples at the same time, assisting food processors in saving time and enhancing efficiency. read more

"This year, Valencia oranges have been somewhat disappointing towards the end of the season, not only in India or Bangladesh, but also in the Middle East, Russia, and Europe. Similarly, China did not perform as well as expected," said Ivan Crocker of CitrX, a citrus exporter. read more

Khao Banthat Mon Thong durian has become Thailand's highest-earning Geographical Indication (GI) product, generating over 11 billion baht (about US$298 million) in revenue during the first nine months of 2025. The fruit's performance underscores durian's position as Thailand's leading agricultural product. read more