Proyabloko is a trade fair now in its seventh year. It took place from 9 to 11 June in Mineralnye Vody, in southern Russia. The event is geared towards the apple industry and had a strong turnout on its opening day, 9 June. "This is our first time exhibiting at Proyabloko," says Omar Papi of read more

The Philippines aims to increase its agricultural exports to Egypt, with a focus on high-value products such as mangoes and bananas, following the recent approval for durian exports. Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel met with Egyptian Ambassador Nader Nabil Zaki to discuss... read more

As the Asia Pacific logistics landscape moves into the latter part of 2025, a sense of cautious optimism in trade, changing supply chain relationships, and increased regulatory scrutiny are influencing demand trends in sea, air, and land transportation routes. Capacity changes, developing customs regulations, and read more

The Japanese beetle is a destructive insect pest that feeds on more than 300 plant species, causing damage to both turf and ornamental plants. In order to facilitate the safe transportation of nursery stock to states that have not yet been infested by the Japanese beetle, the National Japanese Beetle Harmonization Plan (JBHP) offers standardized protocols. read more

Tomra Food has been awarded the Jury Prize at Fooma Japan 2025 for its integrated turnkey solution for blueberries, which features Kato optical sorting, Lucai AI-driven intelligence, and the Curo precision filling system. read more

Coldiretti Veneto has collected and taken on the strong concern expressed by fruit and vegetable producers, gathered in a regional consultation, regarding the resurgence linked to the presence of the Asian stink bug, which is already affecting the first crops. A threat that continues to... read more

The largest apple exporter in New Zealand anticipates a higher net profit for the year than initially expected. read more

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Sezon zbioru borówki w Georgii właśnie się rozpoczął, a rynek już wykazuje oznaki osłabienia. W ciągu ostatniego tygodnia ceny skupu spadły z 9,5 € do 7 € za kilogram, a większość analityków rynkowych oczekuje, że trend spadkowy będzie się utrzymywał w miarę wzrostu ilości, jak to zostało podkreślone read more

India is not producing enough apples to meet the increasing demand, leading to a higher number of imported apples reaching the Indian consumers, according to Ashish Banerjee, the commercial and market development head of Agrify Fresh, an Indian produce importer. Banerjee stated, "The apple import industry in India is expanding rapidly due to...". read more

Mr. Dyaneshwar Kemse, also known as Mauli Kemse, has been unanimously elected as the President of the Pimpri Flower Market Wholesalers Association at the Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) Sub-Market Pimpri. On this occasion, he was grandly felicitated during a grand felicitation ceremony. read more

Edible flowers cultivated in greenhouses in the southern province of Antalya are becoming a popular addition to the menus of luxury restaurants and five-star hotels across Turkey. Renowned for its robust agricultural industry, the city is now distinguished not just for its tropical fruits. read more

"T.J. Flowers with Lone Star Citrus, a lifelong farmer in South Texas, expressed that he has seen firsthand the challenges his community has encountered in accessing a crucial resource: water. He mentioned that the Mexican government has been refusing to adhere to the 1944 Water Treaty for a long time." read more

Continued SPAR store development across ChinaThe SPAR licensed operator for the South of the country, SPAR Guangdong, expanded and upgraded its presence in the region. The new SPAR Supermarket Foshan Baihuiying opened its doors at the beginning of May, and is the fifth store in Foshan city. read more

Potato growers in Herat province, Afghanistan, are voicing concerns about the high volume of potato imports from Iran and Pakistan during their harvesting season. These imports are happening at the same time as the local harvest, leading to a decrease in prices for potatoes produced domestically. Sayed Naeem, a read more

The Philippines is the top global producer of pineapples, producing approximately 2.7 million metric tons annually. The country's tropical climate and volcanic-rich soils in areas like Bukidnon and South Cotabato provide ideal conditions for pineapple cultivation. Large farms in Mindanao, run by multinational companies, play a significant role in the industry. read more

Multimodal transport, which involves combining land and sea routes with temperature control and phytosanitary protocols, has become essential for South American fresh fruit exporters to access markets in Europe, the United States, and Asia. Companies like Padwor provide comprehensive logistics solutions. read more

Vietnam's imported fruit sales saw a significant increase in 2025 due to growing consumer demand for premium, health-focused products, as reported by the Vietnamese magazine HuangSoc. US apples, Australian cherries, and Korean grapes are now prominently displayed in supermarket counters and convenience stores. read more

During a bilateral meeting on June 4, 2025, in Paris, Indonesia officially requested increased market access for tropical fruits to New Zealand. The request was made as part of broader trade discussions during the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting, as reported by Republik Merdeka, an Indonesian news site. read more

As June arrives, flower businesses in Hongta district, Yuxi, southwest China's Yunnan Province are buzzing with activity. Orders are pouring in, and in the greenhouses, roses, phalaenopsis orchids, and other flowers are in full bloom. Early each morning, workers begin picking, transporting, and read more