Expo Flor Ecuador 2024 has come to an end. The third edition once again took place in Quito, where numerous innovations and new products were on display. Visitors from North America, Europe, and even the Middle East attended the event at the Metropolitan Convention Center. Stay tuned to see and learn more about the expo. read more

The persimmon harvest in Greece will begin on October 20th according to Mr. Ananias Kapoyrkatsidis, owner of the trading company Ananias Garden in Giannitsa. According to his estimate, the persimmons in the regions of Pella and Imathia will have reached the right maturity by then, with a sugar content of 15 to 17 Brix and a weight of 4.5 to 5 grams. read more

The Council of Ministers of Belarus has imposed a requirement for licensing the export of apples, onions, and white cabbage. This directive, signed by Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko, is intended to guarantee the availability of these agricultural products on the domestic market during the off-season. read more

Representatives from Bikurei Sadeh, a leading logistics company from Israel, recently visited Tbilisi to explore potential collaborations with Georgia for importing fruits and vegetables. The company is currently assessing Georgia's agricultural capabilities and has begun discussions. read more

The Israeli economy is currently facing challenges due to ongoing conflicts on multiple fronts that have persisted for over a year. This has resulted in a 3.4% depreciation of the shekel against the dollar. The Bank of Israel is expected to keep its interest rate at 4.5% for the sixth consecutive time, citing inflationary pressures as a key factor. read more

As Israel grapples with the continuing conflict known as the War of Iron Swords, its economic impact is greatly affecting food security, especially during the Rosh Hashanah and Sukkot holidays. Recent reports from Leket and BDO show a significant increase in food prices, with fruits and vegetables seeing a 9% rise. read more

Europe's apple exports to the Middle East remain highly popular due to their exceptional quality, diverse varieties, superior taste, consistency, and year-round availability. These apples are favored by luxury retailers, hotels, gourmet dining establishments, and health-conscious consumers looking for premium, nutritious options. read more

Sun World International is expanding its network of partners. The company's growing network of licensed growers and marketers has a presence around the world, with offices in the United States, Europe, Australia, South America, Israel, and North and South Africa. "We are excited to increase our global presence." read more

A total of 18 entities from the agri-food sector belonging to different segments of production, commercialization, or their auxiliary industry already have certification. read more

If you were to find a 1,000-year-old seed, do you think it would still be able to grow? Well, archaeologists working in the Judean Desert discovered a seed estimated to be around that age in a cave. Eventually, they decided to plant it, and now, 14 years later, a ten-foot-tall tree is growing in a greenhouse. Why is this possible? read more

Lithuania, Bulgaria, Romania, Cyprus, Hungary, Malta, and Poland filed appeals to the European Court of Justice against the Mobility Package, which was enacted in 2020 by the Union legislator, i.e. the Parliament and the Council. read more

The war that threatened Lebanon has now become a reality. The southern part of the country, including its capital Beirut, is experiencing heavy bombing and fighting. Hania Chahal, a Lebanese economist specializing in agro-industry, has gathered testimonies from growers and exporters and is explaining how the war is impacting them. read more

In these weeks, the vegetable market is very hectic with high prices and limited volumes. It makes no difference for zucchini, which is experiencing high prices due to limited volumes. Claudio Filosa, president of the (organization name), describes the situation to aIFN. read more

Eastern Europe is a familiar market for Egypt and Morocco. Egyptian oranges, potatoes, and garlic, as well as Moroccan tomatoes and blueberries, have already successfully entered markets in Poland, Ukraine, Romania, the Czech Republic, and other countries. However, the full potential of both countries in this region has not yet been fully realized. read more

Drugie kampania promocyjna dla jabłek Soluna jest w toku w Azji i na Bliskim Wschodzie i przebiega "wyjątkowo dobrze", jak twierdzi menedżer marki Soluna, Liza Matthews z firmy TopFruit.

The second campaign for the Soluna apple is underway in Asia and the Middle East and is going “extremely well”, according to Soluna brand manager Liza Matthews of TopFruit. read more

Floward has announced that it has been selected to participate in the Ministry of Economy and Planning's (MEP) Sustainability Champions Program in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. With the support of Alsulaiman Group as its mentor, Floward will be joining other organizations such as Extra, Saudia Cargo, Johnson Controls, and Nesma in the program. read more

Șerban Holding Group is planning to invest 62.5 million euros in two initiatives over the next four years, with support from the Agency for Rural Investment Financing (AFIR). These projects will concentrate on the processing and storage of potatoes, aiming to facilitate a smooth integration of cultivation. read more

With visitors from over 45 countries, Syngenta could expect a significant amount of international interest during Fields of Innovation 2024. In the fresh market, Syngenta unveiled a remarkable innovation in the vegetable section: white Romanesco. They also expanded their onion varieties with. read more

The second Soluna™ apple season is currently happening in Asia and the Middle East, and it is progressing smoothly. All the fruits are currently being supplied from Australia by the exporter WA Farm Direct, and the export volumes are expected to increase by 15%. As fruits start becoming available from semi-commercial blocks in Europe, the global supply is expected to expand. read more

The fresh produce industry in Israel continues its harvesting, planting, and exports despite escalating war conditions. Growers, exporters, and importers all share the same sentiment, "We've been operating under these conditions for nearly a year. What has changed now is the rockets reaching." read more