Ukrainian supermarkets may obtain fruit from a company with connections to Russia.
Following the restrictions imposed by Russia in late May and early June 2026 on the imports of specific vegetable and fruit products from Armenia, Armenian exporters were faced with an urgent need

Armenian exporters will receive compensation after the Russian ban.
The Armenian government has decided during Thursday's Cabinet meeting that fruit, vegetable, and flower exporters from Armenia will receive compensation. Businesses exporting fresh

Ukranian supermarkets could potentially obtain fruit from a company that has ties to Russia.
After the restrictions imposed by Russia in late May and early June 2026 on imports of certain vegetable and fruit products from Armenia, Armenian exporters found themselves in a situation where

An apple-themed fair.
The Pro Yabkoko trade fair, which gathers various pre- and post-harvest operators specializing in apples, started on Tuesday, June 9th and will continue until Thursday, June 11th in Mineralnye

Belarusian customs seized 40 tons of pears destined for Russia.
Officers of the Mahiliou Customs Office stopped the export of 40 tons of pears destined for Russia after identifying missing documentation. Two trucks carrying the fruit were detained in the

Russia is looking for options to replace imports of fruit from Armenia.
Rosja może zwiększyć import owoców z krajów takich jak Turcja, Uzbekistan, Tadżykistan, Azerbejdżan, Mołdawia, Egipt, Indie, Chiny, Gruzja i Serbia po wprowadzeniu tymczasowych

Armenia will assist fruit and vegetable exporters following import restrictions imposed by Russia.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said the government will support exporters affected by Russia's recent restrictions on imports of Armenian produce and will focus on export diversification.

Armenia is considering increasing exports to the EU following restrictions on Russian produce.
Armenia is considering measures to redirect fruit and vegetable exports to European markets following Russian import restrictions on several Armenian fresh produce categories. Armenian Economy

Russia has imposed restrictions on the import of certain fruits and vegetables from Armenia.
Rosselkhoznadzor will temporarily restrict the import of fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, green vegetables, and strawberries originating from and shipped through Armenia from May 30, 2026,

Turkmenistan is increasing its exports of greenhouse-grown tomatoes.
The agricultural company "Ýigit" in the Kaahka district of the Ahal region is increasing greenhouse tomato production and expanding exports from Turkmenistan, according to AsmanNews. The exports

Russia has imposed restrictions on the import of bananas from an Ecuadorian exporter.
The Russian Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance (Rosselkhoznadzor) has implemented temporary restrictions, starting from May 20, 2026, on the import of bananas into

Belarus has detained 80 tons of pears that were destined for Russia.
Customs authorities in Belarus have detained over 80 tons of pears that were being illegally transported to Russia since the beginning of the month. The State Customs Committee reported that three

Imports of mangoes, pomegranates, and citrus fruits undergo phytosanitary inspections in various regions of Russia.
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

Suspected Russian hackers spied on Ukraine for years before attacking
Henderson County in North Carolina is currently facing severe drought conditions, which are having a significant impact on fruit and vegetable production. Apple grower Kenny Barnwell mentioned

Pakistan has obtained permission to export potatoes from the Punjab region to the Russian market.
Pakistan has obtained permission to export potatoes from Punjab to the Russian Federation after being approved by the Russian Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance. This

Russia is increasing its direct imports of bananas from Ecuador.
The retail chain POBEDA is expanding its presence in the Russian food retail market by implementing a structured supply model that prioritizes consistent availability and competitive pricing of

Russia has rejected shipments of Moroccan citrus fruit due to labeling issues and the detection of pests.
Russian phytosanitary authorities have rejected two citrus shipments from Morocco at the port of St. Petersburg following inspection findings. A 48.4-tonne consignment of lemons and oranges was

Russia became the largest importer of Dutch plums in January.
W styczniu Rosja stała się największym importerem śliwek z Holandii według danych Eurostatu. Import wyniósł 895 700 euro w styczniu, co stanowi wzrost sześciokrotny w porównaniu

Russia has blocked the import of Chilean stone fruit and rejected Serbian apples due to labeling issues.
The Russian phytosanitary authorities have prohibited the release of several fruit shipments after discovering a quarantine disease and labeling violations. Inspectors at the Port of St.

Russia has rejected shipments of avocados and grapes due to discrepancies in the accompanying documents.
The Russian phytosanitary authorities have stopped two fruit shipments at the Ubylinka border crossing in the Pskov region due to discrepancies in documentation and labeling. A 20-ton shipment of

Russia has rejected shipments of pomelo and pears due to labeling violations.
On March 19-20, 2026, Russian authorities banned the transit of a fruit shipment in the Kurgan region due to labeling violations. Inspectors discovered that a 16.2-ton shipment of Chinese pomelos,

"Rozszerzamy eksport kukurydzy na nowe rynki, z nowymi smakami w przygotowaniu"
India's sweet corn exports in retort pouches have been steadily growing in recent years, with strong demand seen in markets such as Russia and the Middle East, according to Laxman Savalkar,

Azerbaijan is expanding its persimmon exports and exploring new markets.
Azerbaijan significantly increased its persimmon exports in 2025, reaching 187,545 tonnes valued at $144.2 million, as reported by the State Statistics Committee. This marks a 22% increase in

"Marokańskie borówki wydają się tracić popularność w Rosji" "Moroccan blueberries seem to be losing ground in Russia"
Successive delays in the Moroccan blueberry season, mostly caused by weather conditions, are complicating the marketing of the fruit and putting Moroccan exporters in an unusual commercial window.

Russia blocks shipment of four tons of nuts and dried fruits to Belarus
Inspectors from Russia's Rosselkhoznadzor intercepted the export of approximately four tons of nuts and dried fruits from Russia to Belarus. The truck transporting the goods was halted on March