Vegetable growers in Australia are still experiencing increasing production costs and supply uncertainty due to the conflict in the Middle East, as indicated by a recent survey conducted by Ausveg. The survey, which included nearly 200 growers and was carried out two and a half months into the conflict, revealed that median diesel costs had
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A violent storm in Cape Town is expected to decrease the supply of strawberries from the Middle East.
2026-05-28 00:00
Dwa tygodnie temu Gavin Linsley-Noakes zmierzał do południowokapskiej farmy truskawkowej i szkółki, którą założył ponad dwadzieścia lat temu, w ulewnym deszczu i wietrze - burzy takiej, jakiej jeszcze nigdy nie doświadczył. "Ciągle krążyłem tam i z powrotem, bo wszystkie drogi były całkowicie
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Australian vegetable growers are facing challenges due to rising costs and uncertainty, exacerbated by the impact of conflicts.
2026-05-26 09:00
Ausveg has warned against feeling too safe or confident as the effects of the conflict in the Middle East continue to affect Australia's vegetable industry. This ongoing situation is causing uncertainty for vegetable growers and the future supply of Australian-grown vegetables.
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Vegetable growers in Australia are still experiencing increasing production costs and supply uncertainty due to the conflict in the Middle East, according to a recent survey by Ausveg. The survey, which included nearly 200 growers and was conducted two and a half months into the conflict, revealed that median diesel costs had...
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Fall Creek® Farm & Nursery, Inc. celebrates 10 years of operations in Spain. Founded in 2016 with a two-hectare harvest using plug material from the U.S., the operation has grown to become the company's hub for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), serving customers in 52 countries.
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A new Regulatory Director has been appointed for BioWorks Europe.
2026-05-26 00:00
BioWorks Europe has welcomed José Carvalho to its team as the Regulatory Director, to help expedite the introduction of biological crop solutions in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Carvalho's addition comes at a pivotal moment as the demand for biological solutions is increasing, and the process is often lengthy.
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"The Middle East remains the top market for Indian pomegranates."
2026-05-26 00:00
The Indian table grape season has ended, with overall exports lower than last year, according to Sumit Bhujbal, the business development manager of Indian fresh produce exporter Shubham Enterprises. Bhujbal stated, "India's table grape season concluded with decreased export volumes and higher prices, due to a reduced crop yield...".
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Romania has approved a garlic support scheme for 2026, providing US$3,450 per hectare.
2026-05-25 00:00
The Romanian government has approved a de minimis aid scheme for garlic production in 2026 with the aim of increasing domestic output and reducing import dependence. Under the program, growers can receive support of €3,000 (US$3,450) per hectare. The total budget allocated to the scheme is 60 million euros.
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Greek apricot prices are expected to decrease even more next week.
2026-05-22 00:00
The Greek apricot season is moving forward with prices decreasing, however, exports have not been able to expand further than neighboring countries to Greece, and securing prominent positions on retailers' shelves has been a challenge. Mr. Dimitris Tsiranidis, sales manager of the new company Apella from Imathia,
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Transpacific rates have increased to US$4,300 per forty-foot equivalent unit (FEU) ahead of the peak season.
2026-05-21 00:00
Tensions in the Middle East continue to affect global freight markets, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining closed and ongoing uncertainty around regional developments. In container shipping, the closure is expected to influence freight rates as peak season approaches. Rising fuel costs also contribute to this dynamic.
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As the Egyptian orange export season reaches its final phase, Mohamed Khamis, Export Manager at Sama Agro, provides an overview of a season that defied expectations: a season impacted by the conflict in the Middle East and increasing shipping costs, resulting in exporters' performance being neither poor nor.
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Sky Kurtz, założyciel i dyrektor generalny Pure Harvest Smart Farms, jest równocześnie przedsiębiorcą i wizjonerem, co doskonale opisuje osobę, która uprawia jagody, liściaste warzywa i pomidory w surowym środowisku pustyni Zatoki Perskiej. Wojna w Iranie i zamieszanie wokół Cieśniny Ormuz do tej pory miały.
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Fertilizers to the stars, the EU launches emergency plan.
2026-05-19 00:00
Today the presentation of the new strategic plan of the European Commission is expected, aimed at containing the steep rise in fertilizer costs caused by the conflict in the Middle East.
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Premium Ranunculus for the finest floral creations in the world.
2026-05-19 00:00
Monarch Flowers specializes in cultivating premium ranunculus exclusively for the high-end floral market. As a part of Green Works, Monarch Flowers is the sole producer of Ranunculus Butterfly™, Romance™, and a thoughtfully curated selection of ranunculus novelties. Through ongoing innovation and.
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India's imported apple trade is facing challenges this season due to the delayed and heat-affected Iranian fruit, which is impacting prices and margins, according to Pankaj Kondhalkar from A1 Products, an importer based in Navi Mumbai. "For Iranian containers, many exporters and investors are anticipating losses of around 50% this year,"
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The sector of Ecuadorian pitahaya has experienced significant growth in recent years, with our sales consistently increasing annually. We currently export to around 15 countries across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America. Some of our primary markets include Hong Kong, Singapore, the United States.
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The fees for transiting the Panama Canal through an auction have increased to US$4 million.
2026-05-14 00:00
Auction prices for priority transit slots through the Panama Canal have risen to as high as US$4 million per vessel as shipping operators modify routes due to the ongoing disruption related to the Middle East crisis. These fees are paid on top of the regular canal tolls and indicate a surge in demand.
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Bangladesh is increasing its exports of fresh produce to the United Kingdom and Asian markets.
2026-05-14 00:00
ShopUp has expanded its exports of agricultural products to international markets, including Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, and the United Arab Emirates. The company recently completed exports of 300 tons of rice to Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom, ensuring quality, compliance, and efficient logistics.
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Observatory CAR: strawberries down by 12.5% and zucchinis stable.
2026-05-13 00:00
Despite an international scenario still marked by the instability of energy costs and logistics, which has driven food prices up across Europe, the Roman market is experiencing a return to acceptable and pre-holiday prices.
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The shockwave of the conflict in the Persian Gulf continues: agricultural diesel up by +42%
2026-05-13 00:00
On the occasion of Tuttofood, BMTI conducted an analysis on the current trends of wholesale prices in the agri-food sector in light of the conflict in the Middle East. The analysis, based on the surveys of the Chambers of Commerce and wholesale markets, highlights how, at
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