In week 43, a large Dutch delegation consisting of businesses, educational institutions, and government representatives will travel to Riyadh to participate in events at the Saudi Agricultural Exhibition from October 21 to 24. The focus of these events will be on the. read more

In a warehouse located north of Chisinau, Moldova, Stefan Bitlan, a prominent exporter of plums, is preparing his shipment for Germany, choosing to target the European Union market instead of Russia. Moldova, situated between Ukraine and Romania, is on the verge of a referendum for EU membership, which is being endorsed by the President. read more

Irani apples are entering the market. Hadi Mirzaei, CEO of Darya Noosh Payab Trading, anticipates a vibrant marketing campaign despite a decrease in volume this year. The grower explains: "We experienced a cold winter and spring in Iran, leading to lower apple yields. However, I can assure importers that we..." read more

SanLucar will invite consumers to "Dive into the fun with sweet fruits" as part of its latest collaboration with Disney. The promotional packs of branded citrus, mangoes, avocados will be available in stores in Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Belgium, Romania, Poland, and Sweden starting next month. read more

The Ukrainian company "Sady Dnipra" (TM UApple) has started exporting its 2024 apple harvest to countries in the Middle East. However, due to logistical challenges and market saturation in those countries, the company has shifted its focus to the European Union (EU) market, as reported by. read more

Farmers in Daraa, southern Syria, have started harvesting pomegranates this October. Despite facing challenges such as drought and fluctuating weather conditions, which have caused some pomegranate crops to crack, the overall production outlook is optimistic. read more

Israel's Medjool dates harvest is currently in full swing, with the peak picking already completed. This year, the date season started 10 days earlier than last year, beginning with the Bhari dates before moving on to the main attraction, which is the Medjool dates. Gal Twig, from the Israel Dates Board, stated, "We are over" read more

The Ukrainian company "Sady Dnipra" (TM UApple) has started exporting apples from the 2024 harvest to Middle Eastern countries. However, facing logistical challenges and saturated markets in the region, the company has decided to shift its focus to the EU market, as reported by EastFruit. read more

The Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) has revealed that Iran's tomato exports reached $207 million in the first six months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-September 21). This announcement coincides with a general rise in the country's agricultural product exports. read more

The continuous disturbance in the Red Sea, caused by Houthi attacks on shipping vessels in response to Israel's conflict in Gaza, has led to ships having to take longer routes around the Cape of Good Hope instead of using the Suez Canal. This situation is significantly affecting Egyptian citrus exports to East Asia, prompting many challenges. read more

The Tulip season has not started yet, but preparations are in full swing. Roelof Stijnman from EZ Flower said: "Price agreements are being renegotiated, and due to the shortage of bulbs, it is clear that tulips will become more expensive." The company supplies tulips year-round as they are in high demand. read more

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