Philippine banana exporters have started targeting key markets like Japan and Korea to absorb some of the excess volume usually taken up by the Middle East. read more

The Sustainable Agricultural Rural Development Program (Saudi Reef) reported that the rose sector in Saudi Arabia is experiencing strong growth, with annual production increasing by over 15 percent due to rising global demand. This sector generates significant economic returns for small-scale farmers. read more

W obliczu trwającego konfliktu na Bliskim Wschodzie, jaka jest ostatnia sytuacja dotycząca wpływu na światowe przesyłki owoców? "Od ostatniego tygodnia sytuacja ogólnie pozostaje stabilna. Nie zanotowaliśmy poważnych zakłóceń w przesyłkach, ale zdecydowanie panuje wyższy poziom czujności w całej branży" – powiedział Juan Gonzalez. read more

With recent projects at German wholesalers Berger & Tolls and Karl Klees, Airclima is strengthening its international ambitions. The family-run refrigeration company has completed new refrigeration installations and insulation construction there, which, according to Airclima's Kiran Cluckers,… read more

The demand for Greek apples has remained quite stable throughout the entire marketing season from autumn until now, despite the recent disruptions caused by the war in the Middle East, as stated by Mr. Nikos Ntovas, Director of Zagora Agricultural Cooperative, which sells its apples under. read more

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the increasing oil prices are exerting pressure on the packaging materials market, causing lead times for labels to stretch to four or five weeks in some instances. Nino Venezia, the founder of Dutch Graphic Group based in the Netherlands, stated that the situation is far from ideal. read more

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CMA CGM has adjusted its Emergency Fuel Surcharge (EFS) starting from March 27, 2026, due to elevated fuel costs associated with geopolitical events in the Near and Middle East. This update comes after Advisory No. 6, which initially implemented the surcharge on March 16 in response to rising fuel prices and Brent crude. read more

The Belgian transport sector is currently facing significant challenges. Diesel prices have seen a sharp increase since the start of March 2026, influenced by recent geopolitical events in Iran. Prices have gone up by nearly 35% since early March and over 42% since January. This surge in costs is putting pressure on companies in the sector, impacting their profit margins. read more

As the 2026 citrus season is about to start, the Citrus Growers' Association of Southern Africa (CGA) is closely monitoring fuel availability and costs due to the conflict in the Middle East. These factors will have an impact on the upcoming citrus season, which officially starts in April. The CGA has... read more

In the dry uplands of Nellore district, a young farmer has defied conventional farming patterns by turning chrysanthemum cultivation into a profitable venture using modern techniques under a shade net. Sanagapu Chiranjeevi, an engineering graduate from Mudigedu village, abandoned a career in the private sector to pursue this innovative farming approach. read more

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Międzynarodowa sytuacja geopolityczna, szczególnie konflikt na Bliskim Wschodzie, powoduje wzmożoną niestabilność cen paliw, nawozów, tworzyw sztucznych, energii i innych surowców używanych do produkcji i dystrybucji gotowych do spożycia owoców i warzyw. To spowodowało szacowane...

The international geopolitical situation, especially the conflict in the Middle East, is causing increased volatility in the prices of fuel, fertilizers, plastics, energy, and other inputs used to produce and distribute pre-packaged convenience fruits and vegetables. This has led to an estimated... read more

Logistics providers are modifying supply chains to ensure the continuous flow of food and medical supplies to Gulf markets amidst disruptions to maritime transport resulting from the conflict involving Iran. The disruptions were caused by U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran, and subsequent retaliatory actions. read more

Rynek globalnego soku pomarańczowego zwolnił, zgodnie z źródłami rynkowymi, w miarę narastania konfliktu na Bliskim Wschodzie, co zwiększa niepewność dotyczącą zachowań konsumenckich. Po amerykańskiej i izraelskiej akcji wojskowej w Iranie pod koniec lutego, ceny energii wzrosły, z oczekiwaniami, że. read more

Nooyenskopje's kiwi harvest started four weeks ago, amid what is likely the most challenging season the emerging yellow kiwi industry has faced so far, with the Middle East being removed from the marketing options this season, or kiwis being flown there at a high cost. Back in Magoebaskloof, read more

Kenya's flower industry is currently experiencing a crisis due to the increasing conflict in the Middle East. This conflict is disrupting global air cargo routes, leading to higher freight costs, delayed shipments, and jeopardizing thousands of jobs. The industry has already suffered millions of dollars in losses, with supply chains severely impacted. read more

Global trade flows are experiencing disruptions, as numerous data sources point to significant port congestion and delays due to ongoing geopolitical events involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran. Over 80 percent of the world's 454 mapped ports are currently classified as being in critical status, with 60. read more

The cost inflation resulting from the Middle East conflict has led one of the top shelf-life extension specialists in the fresh produce industry to raise its prices for all products. read more

Agriculture remains one of the sectors most exposed and vulnerable to armed conflicts and energy crises. The conflict in the Middle East, with price increases of up to 60% on diesel and urea, fertilizers that are difficult to obtain, in addition to the market turbulence in electricity and gas, are having an impact. read more