Ecuadorian bananas are still one of the most sought-after fruits worldwide, particularly in markets like Europe, Asia, the United States, the Southern Cone, and the Middle East. Their quality, quantity, and ability to adapt to various climates and transportation conditions have made them a key player. read more

With the start of the citrus season in Syria, the government is encountering difficulties in efficiently marketing the crop, resulting in considerable losses for farmers. This problem has caused some farmers to give up citrus cultivation in favor of other crops or even non-agricultural businesses. read more

The trained businesswoman and long-time co-owner of a decorative plant nursery thanked her predecessor for their previous work and representation of the industry in politics. She expressed her intention to build on his work. read more

W ramach działań mających na celu poprawę bezpieczeństwa żywnościowego i zwiększenie lokalnej produkcji rolnej, Ministerstwo Rolnictwa, Rybołówstwa i Zasobów Wodnych Omanu (MAFWR) zainicjowało nowy projekt uprawy cebuli. Projekt obejmuje ponad 20 hektarów w wilajacie Dhank, położonym w regionie Dhahirah. read more

The cyclone Boris has whipped Central Europe and caused casualties, with at least 15 people losing their lives due to the storm, the worst in Europe since 1997. The highest number of deaths was recorded in Romania, where six people lost their lives, while there are five victims. read more

Explore the details of the fresh produce trade in the lively and dynamic markets surrounding Old Europe! Poland, the Czech Republic, Romania, Slovakia, Ukraine, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia are already significant importers of fruits and vegetables from Egypt and Morocco, as noted by EastFruit. read more

Sektor świeżych owoców i warzyw w kilku krajach Europy Środkowej został zakłócony przez burzę Boris, która przyniosła obfite opady deszczu od czwartku, 12 września 2024 roku. Spowodowało to niemal rekordowe powodzie błyskawiczne w części Austrii, Rumunii, Polski, Czech, Słowacji, Węgier i.

The fresh fruit and vegetable sectors across several central European countries have been disrupted by Storm Boris, which brought heavy rainfall since Thursday, 12 September, 2024. This led to near record flash floods across parts of Austria, Romania, Poland, Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary and. read more

The Australian Fresh Produce Alliance (AFPA) has welcomed the newly announced Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Australia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which is a significant development for the country's agricultural sector. The new agreement allows for the export of almost all Australian agricultural products to the UAE. read more

Nanovel, an Israeli AgTech startup, has introduced an AI-powered autonomous fruit-harvesting robot capable of picking tree fruits for the fresh market. The robot provides a solution for growers worldwide facing a shortage of farm labor and rapidly rising costs. read more

Nepal has started exporting fresh vegetables to Qatar, which represents a significant advancement in agricultural trade between the two countries. The first shipment, organized through a Chinese foundation's agriculture promotion program, was sent from Kathmandu on a Himalaya Airlines flight. read more

In general, radishes are a healthy product, easy to consume, rich in important vitamins and minerals, cultivated and consumed all over the world from the Americas to Europe, from the Middle East to Asia. read more

Nepal has started its first vegetable export to Qatar, with the help of Chinese expertise and financial support. The shipment includes 1,500 kilograms of red cherry pepper chillies, flat beans, and bitter gourds, which were grown by 20 farmers from Dakshinkali Municipality. This initiative signifies... read more

Greek Pristine® grapes will be exported to Qatar this year, with the harvest commencing at the end of September, and the first substantial quantities being harvested at the beginning of October. Mr. Yorgos Papadopoulos, the head of the Macedonian Vineyards Producers' Group in Kilkis, Greece, is overseeing this process. read more

Macfrut (with a 40% increase in turnover in 2024) is increasingly looking towards the Middle East and African markets. The presentation of the 42nd edition in Cairo, following previous editions in Doha, Riyadh, and Expo Dubai, confirms this trend. Egypt as an international partner, with the Lazio Region playing a leading role, focusing on potatoes. read more

Hort Innovation and Avocados Australia were awarded the prize for Marketing Campaign of the Year for the Australian Avocado Campaign 2023/24. The marketing campaign targeted seven different global markets and involved over 30 retail chains in the Asia-Pacific region and Middle East. read more

Apple growers in India have approached Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, requesting an increase in the minimum import price (MIP) for apples from Iran. The current MIP is set at Rs 50 per kg, a rate that was established last year. read more

The well-known fruit and vegetable processing factory "Pri HaGalil" in the Galilee region of northern Israel has ceased operations. This closure poses a challenge for the region, which is already grappling with a lack of employment opportunities. Local farmers, who used to supply the factory with produce, will also be affected. read more

Pnina Oren-Shnidor, the Director of Israel's National Food Service, announced the lifting of restrictions on importing fruits and vegetables from Jordan. This decision was made after implementing new pre-import inspections to guarantee the safety of produce entering Israel. read more

Spalona sady, trudności w zbiorach i chciwi pośrednicy: w tym roku zarówno rolnicy, jak i konsumenci odczuwają skutki. Rani Bar Nes, kierownik Działu Owoców w Izraelskiej Radzie Roślin, omówiła problemy sektora w wywiadzie dla gazety *Davar*. W tym sezonie dziesiątki...

Burned orchards, harvesting challenges, and greedy middlemen: this year, both farmers and consumers are feeling the impact. Rani Bar Nes, head of the Fruit Division at the Israeli Plant Council, discussed the sector's struggles in an interview with *Davar* newspaper. This season, tens of... read more

In Iraq, the date palm and its produce are national symbols, but they are currently facing challenges due to drought. Once referred to as the land of "30 million palm trees," Iraq's historic date cultivation practices have endured difficulties, particularly during the 1980-88 war with Iran, and are now further impacted by climate change. read more