Sector | Exotic/Tropical fruit & vegetables
Malaysia begins young coconut exports to China
Martina Garletti (McGarlet): "Increase in volume, satisfactory quality"
Mango season ends in Peru: Good news from Brazil and Mexico
New avocado packinghouse opens in Guatemala to boost exports
Bomet farmers shift from maize to avocado
After a challenging 2024, Peru's Hass avocado exports could grow by 37% this year
Stone fruit, the most affected, with losses of up to 100%
Tuesday's hail affected 8,500 hectares of the Valencian countryside
Brazil's fruit exports up 26% despite orange decline
Late April produce update: Steady asparagus, rising avocado demand
"An even broader range under one roof"
MBF Savannah operations to start from De Mooij Amsterdam location on 5 May
633 kilos of cocaine intercepted hidden among (fake) avocados
Bwari ginger farmers face seedling shortage
Karnataka mango yield drops as direct sales expand
China grows more durians but still relies on imports
Cambodia calls on durian farmers to register for China export
Tanzanian media reports blocking of humanitarian food aid and fertilizer to Malawi
Tanzania bans South African apples after “long struggle” for its bananas
Organic produce sales hit $21.5 billion in 2024
Varieties International Project
The next frontier in plant breeding: Biotechnology and artificial intelligence to create the varieties of the future
Exotifruit EU declared bankrupt
DMS Avocados hits record 405,000 trays
More volume of California avocados expected later in the season
Uttarakhand supports kiwi, dragon fruit farming with subsidies
Iran seeks stronger agricultural ties with BRICS nations
Greek companies on the threshold between kiwifruit and stone fruit
“The upcoming stone fruit season shows similarities to that of the kiwifruit, but they are completely different cases”
Reunion Island's Victoria pineapple production threatened by the withdrawal of a growth regulator
Canary Islands avocado granted PGI status
Australia’s demand for ethylene ripening has increased due to quality consistency and reduced food waste
Morocco strengthens fresh produce ties with Southeast Asia
Citrus fruit in the Landes region
Fruits and vegetables are grown and exported all over the world
Excellent investment opportunities in Namibia
Growing regions for pomegranates transitioning in Peru
Geofin: "Effective alternative to improve fruit setting and quality"
Excellent performance by pollinating kiwi plants with bumblebees
Vivai F.lli Zanzi is licensed to reproduce the Zespri G3 Sungold, M33 and M91 varieties
Kiwi, the rootstock, can determine the success or failure of a crop
Week 16 Fruit Wholesale Market Report
Rising New Zealand apple volumes pressure prices as durian arrivals continue to grow
Konkan and Karnataka Alphonso mangoes cause confusion in rising market
Pests and weather cut Andhra mango yield by 50%
Iran and Brazil boost agri-trade under BRICS cooperation
Store presentation plays a key role in lychee sales
New trading hubs reduce mango arrivals at Chelgal market
Malaysian durian sales surge in China after Xi’s visit
Antonis Kokkalakis, Commercial Director of Agrocreta
“Just a few weeks left until the Hass season ends in Crete”
How much do exotic fruits cost in Kazakhstan
Vietnam durian exports slump amid stricter Chinese inspections
India sends first sea shipment of pomegranates to U.S.
National Retail Report - Specialty Crops:
Easter boosts produce ads by 3%
Costa Rica faces export challenges during US-China trade conflict
Li Ka-shing sells Goulburn Valley orchards to Warakirri for $33 million
"Differentiated products better meet consumer needs"
Fruit and nut imports from China to Kyrgyzstan soar in March 2025
Pomegranates and persimmons lead the way in Azerbaijan’s export growth
Azerbaijan’s fresh produce trade sees growth in Q1 2025
Mexico launches sustainability strategy for avocado industry
Greek kiwifruit exports hit record, exports for apples and tomatoes increased
Paper covers boost Andhra mango exports and quality
California growers warn of pest risks after avocado inspection halt
$8.9 million in meth found in chayote shipment
Vicente Bayona, CEO of Tropical Bayper:
"Valencian avocado is gaining ground in Spain, and importers are increasingly interested in it"
Ukraine expands niche fruit crops despite war and climate change
Kenyan avocado exports shift to European market amid serious logistic difficulties
Indo-Israel centres boost horticulture yields in Haryana
Julio Leite, Campal Frutas:
"We account for 40% of Brazilian fig exports"
Tanzania threatens bans over blocked banana exports
China emerges as a main supplier
Fruit imports to Kazakhstan soar in 2024
Avocado oil plant turns farm waste into value in Western Australia
Uzbekistan exports 2,400 tons of persimmons, earns $1.3 million
Warakirri buys 200ha kiwifruit orchards in Victoria
Amy Sangaré, Safi Roots
"African mangoes are becoming a benchmark product"
Ronaldo Araújo, Sebastião da Manga:
Weather conditions affect Brazilian growers
Egypt boosts mango exports to Turkey as global supply shifts
Seasonal perishable products weekly update:
Avocado prices steady as asparagus hits $37.75 per carton
Organic produce in U.S. costs 52.6% more on average
Storm hits Himachal, damages crops and power lines
Lavhengwa Nemaorani – Muka Tangi Farm
“I’m the example that rural development does work”
Hawaii pineapple supply tightens as Dole cuts back
Gabriel Rubio, M.A. Export S.A.C:
High costs and oversupply complicate Peru's mango and avocado season
Jorge Sánchez, Nicoverde:
Global demand and juice shortages boost Costa Rican pineapple value
La Unió Llauradora
Valencian avocado prices fall due to the increase in imports
Rains boost mango outlook in Rangpur
Indonesian mangosteen exports look promising
Pieter de Ruiter, 4Fruit Company:
"Low fruit and vegetable prices, steady melon market in transition period"
Grant Walsh - First Fresh
"Fruit quality is looking excellent with little to no serious skin blemishes"
Caviar lime gains ground in Brazil’s fine dining scene
TKL handles enough kiwifruit to feed everyone in India and China twice over
Ideal for the H&R and big retail channels
Two new clementine juice mixes now available
Thailand forecasts strong 2025 fruit harvest led by durian and lychee
Christo Nortjé – Paragon Agri (Pty) Ltd, Blydeverwacht Farm
The enduring appeal of pomegranates
Giorgio Donnarumma, of Nuovafrutta:
"Avocado, mango and lime markets pick up after Ramadan, but with caution"
Peruvian avocado season set to begin at Fairtrasa
"We expect to increase exports to China soon"
Wiekus van der Walt – Bridelia Group
South African avo exporter hastens to stay ahead of Peru
South African horticulture rebounds in 2024 as global trade shifts
Steve Barnes - Jetbest Group
New passionfruit 'bursts' onto the market
Vietnam banana exports surge as durian sales plunge
Investment backs Australian fruit sector growth and agri-tech advances
“We’ve had three very different seasons due to very different weather conditions in the growing regions"
Iván Brefa, of Xarki:
"The first containers of Peruvian Hass avocados will arrive this week"
Vinicius Wanderley Campos, of Hevile
Brazil's cold storage gaps affect papaya and mango exports
Thailand urges smoother durian exports to China
Philippines sees trade boost potential from lower U.S. tariffs
China plans to import 120,000 tons of Bangladeshi mangoes
Robert Blanjoue, Dole France
Unprecedented situation on the pineapple market
Punjab trader compensated for kiwi spoilage due to customs delay
Laos starts 273-hectare durian project for China exports
Vietnam and China boost farm trade with smart port upgrade
National Retail Report
Spring produce ads rise 7% as fruit and vegetable prices drop
Photo Report: Freskon 2025
Promoting reliable and efficient collaborations to compete in the markets
Penny Reidy - South Australian Produce Market
"Demand for persimmons is seeing an upward shift in South Australia"
Egypt exports 2.7M tons of produce in Q1 2025
"These ongoing 10% tariffs are quite significant for mango exports to the U.S."
Tjonki Tse appointed managing director of Bel Impex
"Looking forward to expanding the exotics business through Asian trade"
Shirley Carrión Ponce, GoExport:
Peru's avocado season started late but with higher volumes
Vietnamese pomelos debut in South Korean market
Unseasonal rains damage mango crops across India
Costa Rican pineapple prices rise as juice demand tightens supply
Feijoas remain a New Zealand staple with limited global reach
Diesel hike strains Karnataka horticulture and cold storage
Durian vending machine launched
Week 15 Fruit Wholesale Market Report
U.S. orange prices up due to lower arrivals, while falling blueberry prices boosted sales
Western Cape avocado production expands as industry shifts south
Kiwifruit fund expands focus to climate resilience
"Potential USA tariffs created uncertainty in the mango export market"
Gregorio Pagni - Alimentari Ortofrutticoli ABC:
"Pineapple prices are rising, and supply is limited"
Laura Grostieta Rodríguez, Grosla:
"We developed the idea of freezing the product due to the logistical problems associated with exporting fresh avocado"
Khuliso Madima blends tech and tradition to grow fruit farm in Limpopo
Laos grants durian farm concessions to boost exports to China
Pests and weather hit Banaganapalli mango crop
Zambales boosts mango production with tech and training initiatives
New brand ensures exotics trade transparency
"Many could be jobless without fruit, vegetable, and ornamental plant imports"
