Carrefour has confirmed that it has stopped its operations in Kuwait and Bahrain this week, following its exits from Oman and Jordan in previous months. read more

Wzrost sprzedaży detalicznej w Wielkiej Brytanii w sierpniu był wyższy niż oczekiwano, informuje ONS. Brytyjska sprzedaż detaliczna wzrosła o silniejsze niż przewidywane 0,5% w sierpniu, dzięki słonecznej pogodzie, ale wzrost sprzedaży w lipcu został nieznacznie skorygowany w dół, pokazują oficjalne dane. Biuro Statystyki Narodowej poinformowało, że wolumen sprzedaży w lipcu read more

Fruit and vegetable products as well as agricultural products imported from Israel may face higher customs duties. The European Commission has presented a package of measures proposing a "partial suspension" of the trade provisions of the EU-Israel Association Agreement. read more

A new collaboration between New Zealand and Saudi Arabian strawberry companies has been formalized as one of five partnerships during a New Zealand government trade visit to Riyadh. read more

Amir Karimi of fresh produce exporter Faina Universal Co. has stated that banana exports from India are showing signs of recovery as the export window approaches. He mentioned that although exports are not yet at peak levels, they are steady, with shipments still being sent to the Middle East, including regular deliveries to Jordan. read more

Al-Jouf Agricultural Development Company, based in Saudi Arabia, manages a 60,000-hectare estate producing crops such as wheat, barley, corn, onions, and potatoes. To meet the increasing demand for processed potato products, the company has invested in French fry production. In December 2020, read more

Everything is ready for the presentation of Macfrut 2026 in Catania. The appointment is tomorrow at 3.30 pm at the Romano Palace Hotel in an event that can be followed in two ways: in person and through a live streaming by connecting HERE (languages available: Italian, English, and Spanish). Stay tuned for the latest updates on the 43rd edition. read more

As part of an agreement between National Agroforte (brand MillMax) in the Bukhara region and Kuwait's Star Fruit Co., Uzbekistan has shipped around 1 ton of fresh fruits to Kuwait, including peaches, pomegranates, melons, pears, nectarines, and grapes, reports IA "Dunyo". read more

The prices of mangoes in Israel have significantly decreased this summer, with one kilogram being sold for around US$2.70 (€2.50) at markets in Tel Aviv. While consumers are enjoying the lower prices, growers are encountering challenges as a result of oversupply and decreased export demand. Usually, 85% of the mango crop is exported. read more

Israeli date growers are currently experiencing challenges in the market as they prepare for the Jewish New Year, starting on September 22. This is because of trade barriers and changing demand trends. During this time, fresh, yellow Barhi dates are being introduced to the market, but growers are noticing a decrease in their usual export opportunities. read more

Angus Soft Fruit launched the refreshed 'Good Natured Berries' consumer-facing brand in May 2025, and it has been performing very well. "We are already exporting our soft fruit to the Middle East and Asia," said Jill Witheyman, Head of Marketing at Angus Soft Fruit. "We are back at Asia Fruit." read more

The Global Vertical Farming Show concluded today in Dubai after two days of bringing together policymakers, investors, technology providers, and growers to explore how vertical farming can scale in the Middle East and beyond. Discussions focused on capital, partnerships, and the role of this innovative farming method. read more

The Global Vertical Farming Show concluded today in Dubai, after two days of bringing together policymakers, investors, technology providers, and growers to explore how vertical farming can scale in the Middle East and beyond. Discussions centered on capital, partnerships, and the role of. read more

The Global Vertical Farming Show concluded today in Dubai, after two days of bringing together policymakers, investors, technology providers, and growers to explore how vertical farming can scale in the Middle East and beyond. Discussions centered on capital, partnerships, and the role of the industry in addressing food security and sustainability challenges. read more

With the beginning of the 2025/26 avocado season, Israel is once again anticipating a total harvest of approximately 220,000 tons, a volume similar to that of last year. Around 120,000 tons of this harvest will be allocated for export, with the remaining portion being consumed within the domestic market. The cultivation area has... read more

The need for modernization has never been as evident as it is today. In the shelves of supermarkets or at the stands of traditional markets, origin labels with names of foreign countries are more the rule than the exception. Carrots come from the Netherlands, read more

The Roman fruit and vegetable market remains stable in a week that marks the definitive transition from summer to autumn productions. According to the price monitoring carried out by the Centro Agroalimentare di Roma (CAR), operators are expecting a full recovery. read more

Lebanese grower Fresh Products has announced its expansion into the European carrot and garlic market, after achieving success in the Middle East and West African markets, as stated by its CEO, Alaa Al Homsi. The company has been cultivating carrots locally in Lebanon for 15 years. read more

Citronex is a family-owned company that already has ripening facilities in Poland, Romania, and Hungary, and is now expanding into Western markets. Marek Szulc, the COO of Citronex, has high ambitions for the new facility: "The new ripening facility is being built in Zele, Belgium. read more

The diversification of destinations, trade agreements, the evolution of spot prices, and consumer preferences in demanding markets are reshaping the outlook for Ecuadorian bananas. As Marianela Ubilla, manager of Agzulasa, explains, the company has experienced significant growth in its. read more