Aviko, a member of the international agro-food cooperative Royal Cosun and a global market leader in the production of potato flakes and granules, is increasing its production capacity in China by 70% annually. With this expansion, Aviko strengthens its position as a global player in the industry. read more

These emerging leaders from the Australian cherry industry have recently returned from an international study tour to Washington State, USA. During the tour, they had the opportunity to explore large-scale production systems and interact with international experts. The visit took place from May 28 to June 6 and was supported by funding from Hort Innovation. read more

From January to April 2025, Kazakhstan imported 24.6 tons of raspberries and blackberries, costing about $567,000. The main supplier was the Netherlands with 16.1 tons, followed by Morocco (3.9 tons), China (2.6 tons), and Mexico (1 ton). Imports of currants and gooseberries grew 2.2 times. read more

Central Retail has announced a 1.38 billion USD expansion plan for Thailand and Vietnam. The largest retailer in Thailand, Central Retail Corporation (CRC), plans to invest over 45 billion THB (1.38 billion USD) by 2027 to grow its mainstream markets and drive growth in both countries. read more

Growers gathered in Goomboorian, Australia with the goal of improving soil health to cultivate more resilient crops. As part of Growcom's grower-led learning series, participants took part in hands-on soil health assessments, focusing on microbial activity, macro-biology, soil structure, texture, and pH. read more

India's mango exports were affected by issues with the May rains. The Konkan region experienced crop losses during the peak season, leading to reduced Alphonso yields. Ekram Hussain, the owner of Essar Exports, stated, "It was a promising season, but unfortunately, the rain in May resulted in a shortage of mangoes." read more

The "Golden Channel" is transforming the tropical fruit trade in China, as reported by People's Daily Online and noted by News Iqilu. With durian prices decreasing and quality improving, the fruit is now reaching Chengdu in just 72 hours, thanks to the China-Laos Railway and efficient cold chain logistics, cutting transportation time in half compared to road transport. read more

Georgia ranks among the top countries worldwide when it comes to walnut consumption per capita. You'll be hard-pressed to find a Georgian village without at least one walnut tree, or a restaurant in Tbilisi without a dish that features walnuts. Have you ever tried Pkhali, a cold vegetable purée blended with walnuts? read more

As China transitions into summer, Mexico embraces the rainy season. During sunny intervals, lychees, imported from China, liven up Mexican streets. Contrary to visitors' expectations, lychees have long-standing roots in Mexico, tracing back over a century. In the late 19th century, Chinese read more

A South African delegation, led by Deputy President Paul Mashatile, visited the port infrastructure of St. Petersburg. They were impressed by a modern terminal that can store up to 11,000 tons of fruit. The delegation arrived just as a fruit shipment was being unloaded. read more

Jest obecnie sezon na morele w Xinjiangu, Chinach. Spośród różnych odmian, zbieranie moreli Xiaobai zostało zakończone, morele Mango są w pełnym sezonie, a sezon na morele Diaogan właśnie się rozpoczął. "Morela Mango jest uprawiana w Xinjiangu od dawnych czasów i jest również. read more

With strong support from its shareholders, Mr Avocado has officially launched its new East China ripening centre. read more

Prawie 10 procent spośród 877 owoców, warzyw i produktów rolnych wybranych do testów pozostałości pestycydów w marcu i kwietniu nie spełniło wymagań - poinformowała wczoraj Agencja Żywności i Leków (FDA). Spośród 82 produktów niespełniających norm, czyli 9,4 procent całkowitej liczby, znalazły się między innymi truskawki importowane z. read more

Vietnam has experienced a significant increase in imports of processed fruits and nuts during the first four months of 2025, despite having ample domestic raw material resources, as reported by Giao Thuong. Data from the General Department of Customs indicates that the country has been importing processed fruits and nuts. read more

All Aussie Farmers sells high-quality Australian-grown produce at the Melbourne Wholesale market, catering exclusively to their main customers, which include high-end independent retailers and food service clients. "We work with around 200 growers throughout the year, our main..." read more

Escalating tensions between Iran and Israel have reignited concerns about global energy and input flows through the Middle East, placing renewed geopolitical stress on one of the world's most critical shipping routes: the Strait of Hormuz. On June 22, Iran's parliament voted in favor of closing read more

The Australian company Sai World, in partnership with its Canadian sister company Nature's Connection, is preparing to launch its initial cherry exports this season through a new joint venture with Canadian grower Farming Karma. "The trees are full of fruit, and the early varieties may..." read more

The blueberry market in India is currently going through a period of transition due to changes in import seasons. Traders are dealing with challenges such as limited supply, high freight costs, and changing consumer preferences, as highlighted by Gagan Khosla, CEO of NGK Trading Co. "The availability of blueberries is limited as we are in between seasons," Gagan points out. "Peru read more

By bombing nuclear facilities in Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan last weekend, the United States intervened in the conflict between Israel and Iran. Tehran has stated that Washington crossed a "red line" and is threatening retaliation. The uncertainty surrounding the extent of this response is a cause for concern. read more

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