Peruvian growers are speeding up the transition to new blueberry varieties to meet the demands of Asian export markets.
Karan Parashar of Exotic Imports Pvt. Ltd. observes that there is a noticeable quick transition to new blueberry varieties in many of Peru's blueberry-producing areas. Growers are making

"Sekoya's patented varieties make their first appearance in the Indian blueberry harvest."
India's blueberry market is now relying more on domestic supply as imports from Peru and Chile have dropped to nearly zero, according to Karan Parashar, Director of Exotic Imports Pvt. Ltd.

The Costa Rican banana industry is confirming its dedication to protecting biodiversity.
Dwie pułapki fotograficzne zostały zainstalowane, aby uchwycić dziką przyrodę, która zamieszkuje lasy obszaru agroleśnictwa Sixaola, chronionego obszaru dla przemysłu bananowego

"Zero-waste banana chain yields 10-12% higher grower returns in India"
India's banana exports are experiencing steady annual growth, with a focus on the Middle East, Russia, and Eastern Europe, according to Vivek Karape from SunRaise Farmers, an Indian fruit

"In 40 years, I have never seen a strawberry variety with such potential!"
It has been 3 years since the Kara® strawberry first appeared on the French market, and 2025 marks its inaugural major production season. This is a significant year for the variety, indicating a

"Duże zapotrzebowanie na używane kontenery chłodnicze z Afryki i Karaibów" "Strong demand for used reefer containers from Africa and the Caribbean"
CTL-ICS is a company based in the ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp, specializing in the purchase, sale, and rental of used reefer containers worldwide. "We are quite satisfied with how sales are

"Duży popyt na używane kontenery chłodnicze z Afryki i Karaibów" Translated to English: "Strong demand for used reefer containers from Africa and the Caribbean"
Based in the ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp, CTL-ICS specializes in the purchase, sale, and rental of used reefer containers worldwide. "We are quite satisfied with how sales are going so far this

Turkey wildfires have spared a nectarine orchard in Bursa.
On 27 July 2025, wildfires rapidly spread in Bursa province in northwestern Turkey, leading to the evacuation of over 1,700 people and destruction of vast forest areas. Despite the magnitude of

Kosovo Police seized 910 kg of smuggled mushrooms.
The Kosovo Police have reported intercepting a smuggling attempt involving around 910 kilograms of fresh champignon mushrooms in the border area of Karaqeva, located within the municipality of

"Albańskie arbuzie zyskują popularność na holenderskim i niemieckim rynku" "Albanian watermelons gain popularity in Dutch and German markets"
At Enjoy Trade Holland in Venlo, the Albanian watermelon season has begun. Furkan Karaca stated, "We've been in contact with these growers in Albania for some time, visited them a few times, and

The Karakuta avocado facility in Kenya aims to achieve top quality.
Kenyan avocado producer-exporter Karakuta Fresh Produce has opened a 7,500-tonne avocado packhouse in Nairobi, as part of its strategy to boost exports and strengthen relationships with over 1,500

Banana prices have increased by 1.5% in Germany and decreased by 4.4% in Latvia.
W tygodniu kończącym się 20 kwietnia 2025 r. (tydzień 16) cena hurtowa bananów z Ameryki Łacińskiej i Karaibów w Niemczech (DE) wzrosła nieznacznie w porównaniu z

"Mamy pomarańcze z Walencji o dużym kalibrze, a mimo to eksport nie przynosi zysków."
The last few days have been characterized by beneficial rainfall for the orange groves in Korinthia, Greece. According to local packer Mr. Nikos Karachalios, "The current harvest is mainly focused

"A sudden drop in temperature will restrict the strawberry harvest for approximately ten days."
Recent weather conditions in Greece have presented significant challenges for the hectare yield of strawberries, with production falling below the usual volume. Mr. Yorgos Karachalios, an

The grape harvest in Karabudakhkent, Russia, was recorded.
The Karabudakhkent District of Dagestan, Russia, has reported its highest grape harvest in the last 25 years, gathering over 26,300 tons. This is an increase of 1,200 tons compared to 2023, with

"The Dominican Republic has utilized its maritime and air connectivity to establish itself as a logistics hub in the Caribbean."
Sektor eksportowy Dominikany doświadczył znaczącego wzrostu, napędzanego strategiami rządowymi i dywersyfikacją swojej podaży. "Dominikana skorzystała z doskonałego połączenia

Karakuta in Kenya unveils a state-of-the-art avocado facility in Nairobi
Karakuta Fresh Produce has announced the construction of a state-of-the-art packhouse for avocados in Nairobi, which the company described as a “game-changing investment aimed at revolutionizing

Pakistan has established new export prices for kinnow and seasonal fruits.
The Pakistani Directorate General of Customs Valuation in Karachi has updated the customs/export values for seasonal fruits, including Kinnow, for the period from December 1, 2024, to May 15,

Concerns have been raised regarding corruption and mismanagement in the Karachi fruit & vegetable market.
The All Pakistan Fruit & Vegetable Exporters, Importers, and Merchants Association (PFVA) have raised concerns about the management of the Karachi Fruit & Vegetable Market (Subzi Mandi), alleging

The UAE consul general emphasizes the potential for value addition in Pakistan's mango industry.
The UAE Consul General Bakhit Atiq Al-Rumaiti highlighted the potential of Pakistan's mango industry for value addition during the Future Summit in Karachi. Al-Rumaiti emphasized the support

Indonesia reopens its market to US apples.
Amerykańskie jabłka odzyskały dostęp do indonezyjskiego rynku po ogłoszeniu przez indonezyjski Urząd Karantanny zniesienia ograniczeń w oświadczeniu zeszłego tygodnia.More. Go

Kenya has implemented a seasonal ban on macadamia harvesting to safeguard the quality of exports.
The Ministry of Agriculture in Kenya has announced a seasonal ban on macadamia harvesting from November 2, 2024, to March 1, 2025. This measure is intended to prevent the export of immature nuts,

Rain delays the ripening process, which reduces the window for Kenyan avocados.
Mimo niedawnych powodzi w Kenii, sezon awokado u producenta-eksportera Karakuta był stosunkowo niezmieniony, jak podała dyrektor generalna Grace Ngungi.More. Go to the article

Interest in Greek pears remains high as the campaign comes to a close.
"Greece had a successful pear season, similar to most other Northern Hemisphere countries," says Paris Karastergios, the import-export coordinator at the Greek trader Karastergiou Bros. "We did

Higher avocado yields bring new opportunities for Kenya’s Karakuta
Karakuta, located in Juja, Kiambu County, 45 minutes from the capital city of Nairobi, is one of the fastest growing agribusinesses in Kenya, specialised in Hass avocados, as well as fresh herbs.