Stefano Iorini from the Saudi Arabia-based Global Star Group has acknowledged the necessity for a change in focus in light of the current logistical disorder in the Gulf, emphasizing a shift "from efficiency to resilience, flexibility, and alignment." read more

Disruptions to fuel, fertilizer, and logistics flows due to the conflict in Iran are impacting the supply of pistachios, leading to prices reaching an eight-year high. Iran is the world's second-largest producer of pistachios and plays a crucial role in supplying global markets for both direct consumption and as an important. read more

Double-digit growth of buyers (+20%), exhibitors from five continents, exclusive events, as well as 5 Ministers of Agriculture and Trade at the fair (Syria, Lebanon, 2 from the Dominican Republic, and Italy) along with numerous delegations and embassies. Macfrut confirms its position as a global crossroads. read more

The Kenyan avocado season started amidst the turmoil of the conflict in the Middle East, which has reignited the crisis in the Red Sea and raised genuine concerns among exporters. Nonetheless, the season is ongoing and is displaying some positive signs despite the challenging circumstances. Paul Kyalo, managing... read more

Rynki walutowe wykazywały ograniczoną zmienność, gdy traderzy monitorowali status zawieszenia broni między USA a Iranem po jego ogłoszeniu na początku tygodnia. Dolar amerykański osłabił się początkowo, zanotowawszy największy tygodniowy spadek od rozpoczęcia konfliktu pod koniec lutego. Sytuacja read more

Driven by a rebound at the start of 2026, global air freight momentum was disrupted by the conflict in the Middle East, affecting flows, pricing, and market visibility. Following a dynamic January, February volumes increased by 11.2% year-on-year, and by 11.6% on international routes. read more

Afrucat, in collaboration with the Medfel fair and the Occitania Region, will be hosting Interprunus on May 21 at the auditorium of the Rectorate Building at the University of Lleida. The event will showcase key representatives from European producer organizations. Interprunus aims to establish Lleida as a focal point for the industry. read more

Rayan El Sawy, chairman of the Egypt-based fresh produce trader Egyptian-Emirati Import & Export with branches in Murcia, Spain and Dubai, UAE, states that the Egyptian citrus season is still ongoing and thriving, despite the conflict in the Middle East: "The citrus season has progressed with strong." read more

"The impact of geopolitical instability is now directly affecting the horticulture industry. Costs are increasing in various areas, including plastics, fertilizers, substrates, and transportation. Growers are facing challenges not only due to higher prices, but also because of the uncertainty about what the future holds. Decisions about when to..." read more

To ADW Fresh Trade, the period around Easter was very busy. This was not only because of the Easter sales rush, but also due to significant disruptions in air freight caused by the conflict in Iran. "Currently, we are heavily relying on mangetout and beans from Kenya, but there is a shortage of..." read more

Nawet po ogłoszeniu zawieszenia broni, sytuacja eksportu bananów z Indii do Zatoki Nadal jest zła, a fracht jest głównym powodem - mówi Sagar Rajput z firmy Kulswamini Fruit Export z siedzibą w Solapur. "Związane z wojną zakłócenia uniemożliwiły prawie całkowicie eksport bananów z Indii do Iranu i" read more

Po despite the announcement of a ceasefire, the situation remains dire for Indian banana exports to the Gulf, with freight being the main reason, according to Sagar Rajput from Kulswamini Fruit Export based in Solapur. "The war-related disruptions have nearly eliminated all of India's banana exports to Iran and the" read more

"The impact of geopolitical instability is now directly affecting the horticulture industry. Costs are increasing in various areas, including plastics, fertilizers, substrates, and transportation. Growers are facing the challenge of not only dealing with higher prices but also the uncertainty about what will happen next. Decisions about when to" read more

Avocado and almond orchards in Israel are reaching peak bloom in March 2026, with pollination occurring under operational constraints. Growers are juggling fieldwork amidst ongoing disruptions during a crucial period for fruit set. "Agriculture is a vital industry; we don't stop," says... read more

Fruit growers in the United Kingdom are reporting increasing production costs due to the conflict in Iran, which is affecting prices of fuel, fertilizers, and transportation during the planting season. Ali Capper, who represents British apple and pear growers, stated that these effects are already being seen in current operations. read more

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Maersk's decision to add three maritime services to Jeddah Islamic Port and King Abdullah Port offers new opportunities for fruit suppliers who serve Saudi Arabia and the Red Sea region. read more

Before the war in Iran, the cost was 90 cents per liter, immediately rising to 1 euro and 20 cents after the first bombings, and now at 1 euro and 67 cents: this is the new price of agricultural diesel that knows no bounds and is crippling businesses. read more

Brazil is working to increase its presence in the global avocado market due to growing demand and limited supply, which is currently dominated by a small number of exporting countries. Mexico and Peru together make up about 60 percent of global avocado exports, while Israel, Spain, and Kenya each represent just over 4 percent. read more