Rose Blossom - kissed by a rose - is a new pelargonium variety that features robust, well-branched growth and distinctive blooms that resemble elegant miniature roses. Its intricately layered flowers provide a romantic showcase all season long, complemented by the attractive dark-zoned foliage. read more

Renewed tensions in the Middle East related to U.S. operations aiding vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz are still impacting container and air cargo markets. However, the report states that the freight impacts are currently lower than those experienced during previous global disruptions. read more

Renewed tensions in the Middle East, connected to U.S. operations that facilitate vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz, are still impacting container and air cargo markets. However, the freight effects are currently not as severe as those observed during previous global disruptions. According to the report, U.S. operations are ongoing. read more

NRTC Holding Group has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Saudi Arabia's DAVA Agricultural to enhance regional agricultural cooperation, promote sustainable trade in fresh produce, and support food security initiatives across the GCC. The signing ceremony of the MoU took place in the presence of... read more

Niemniej jednak, pomimo wojny w Iranie i jej wpływu na logistykę regionalną i globalną, plantator cytrusów z Walencji odniósł sukces w rozszerzaniu swoich operacji zagranicznych. Uruchomili nową spółkę eksportową, zatrudniając międzynarodowego eksperta ds. sprzedaży, co umożliwiło im dostarczanie pomarańczy bezpośrednio na rynki zagraniczne. read more

The ongoing crisis in the Middle East is expected to have lasting consequences for agriculture and horticulture in the Netherlands. The main concerns include uncertainty over the availability of raw materials, such as fertilizers, substrates, crop protection products, and sustained high gas prices. read more

Saudi grower Dava Agricultural has announced the expansion of its controlled-environment production with two projects currently under development, including the Taif mega-project, which extends over 350 hectares of glass greenhouses. Wissam Abdul Samad, Deputy CEO of Dava Agricultural, stated, read more

Krasnoyarsk Krai imported 47,500 tons of plant products in the first four months of 2026, according to regional phytosanitary authorities. New suppliers this year included Iran and the Netherlands, which shipped watermelons and avocados to the region. Mango imports also increased. read more

Renewed tensions in the Middle East related to U.S. operations that support vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz are still influencing container and air cargo markets, although the effects on freight are currently not as severe as those experienced during past global disruptions. According to the report, U.S. operations are... read more

Przemysły w całych Stanach Zjednoczonych zauważają wzrost kosztów związanych z wojną w Iranie, w tym wyższe ceny paliwa i koszty wysyłki. Ten efekt domina pojawia się w nieoczekiwanych miejscach, w tym w branży kwiatowej, jak donosi Orange County Register i inne serwisy informacyjne. read more

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, especially between the United States and Iran, continue to impact global logistics markets with increased fuel costs, risk surcharges, and capacity constraints. Shypple reports that the sector has already adjusted to longer transit times. read more

The opposition of European farmers to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is once again in focus due to the fertiliser crisis triggered by the conflict in Iran. Farmers are still unsure about the potential costs of this new mechanism and its sustainability for the sector. read more

British Apples & Pears Limited (BAPL) has commissioned an independent analysis to assess the potential impact of the ongoing conflict in Iran on production costs for British apple and pear growers. According to Andersons Midlands, inflation since 1 March 2026 has already increased costs by £31.30 per ton. read more

With ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, farmers and agricultural cooperatives throughout the EU are experiencing increasing challenges related to costs, markets, and supply chains, which are exacerbating an already delicate situation. Agriculture Ministers are convening under the Cypriot Presidency of Minister Panayiotou. read more

Global air cargo volumes and capacity increased by 3% in the week of April 20 to 26, 2026, driven by seasonal demand and upcoming holidays. Rates also rose as markets adapted to the situation in the Middle East. According to WorldACD Market Data, the global chargeable weight ... read more

A new Europe – Red Sea – Middle East Express service has been launched in response to growing demand for connections from Europe to the Red Sea and current conditions in the Middle East. The service will call at key European ports, directly connecting to King Abdullah Port, Jeddah, and other destinations in the region. read more

Global fertilizer markets are currently experiencing increasing pressure due to ongoing geopolitical instability, with industry experts raising alarms about a rapidly deteriorating situation following the outbreak of war in the Middle East. "The situation has been concerning since the start of the war in the Middle read more

Banana exports from India are indeed happening, but not as quickly or smoothly as the market would hope. Ajinkya Takik from Delight Fresh Produce Pvt. Ltd., a Maharashtra-based exporter, explains, "Our exports are progressing, but they are being hindered by various external factors." The current volumes are being sent to Syria, read more

Iran’s agricultural sector is well acquainted with the impact of external influences, as long-standing international sanctions and logistical challenges have significantly restricted the country’s ability to access global markets. read more

The Israeli citrus season is approaching its final stage, according to Betsalel Ohana, the export manager of Planet Israel Farms. "As we enter the last few weeks of the 2026 citrus season, the Israeli Orri Jaffa mandarin continues to establish itself as the top choice for easy-peeling citrus fruits, despite..." read more