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Vietnamese durian prices reach two-year high
Low Mekong Delta supply causes domestic price surge ahead of Tet celebrations
Taiwan to eliminate tariffs on key US fruit exports under new trade deal
US apples, cherries, peaches and pears among wide range of fruits to enjoy duty-free access under reciprocal trade agreement
Westfalia introduces South African Shelly mango to India
Counter-seasonal variety extends India’s traditional mango season into winter months
Rockit launches premium Rockitship gifting range
Rocket-shaped collectable pack doubles as a toy delivering added value through sharing and play
T&G reports strong demand for Envy ahead of Lunar New Year
Forecast sales volumes expected to increase 27 per cent in China, 19 per cent in Vietnam and 16 per cent in Thailand
Dutch apples make historic debut in Chinese market
Event in Beijing marks first arrival since access was granted in November, with branded, red-skinned variety Tessa leasding the way
Te Mata takes the lead with a1 apple
Early-season variety opens the 2026 New Zealand export season
Hort Innovation returns to Korea for Taste the Wonders of Australia campaign
Two-day event aims to deepen commercial relationships in trade, retail and foodservice
Global fresh produce trade weathers the storm to spark unbeatable Fruit Logistica
Fruit Logistica 2026 once again demonstrated its status as the world’s premier business, innovation and knowledge platform for the industry
South Africa gains access to Korea for table grapes
Deal comes after two decades of negotiations, but high tariffs may mean a false start
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Nonsan strawberries go on show in Indonesia
Strawberry festival in Jakarta engages consumers and facilitates exports
South African citrus industry welcomes AGOA but notes lack of impact
The country’s citrus industry says this week’s inclusion of South Africa in AGOA will make no material differences to prospects for exports to the US
Coupang increases local sourcing as fruit sales rise
Expanded logistics infrastructure allows Korean online retailer to expand sourcing into rural areas
Thai fruits target Middle East premium market
Tourism is helping to boost familiarity and demand for Thai fruits in high-end retail and hospitality
California Avocado Commission forecasts 150,000-tonne crop
Terry Splane calls time on 40-year career, including two years as CAC vice president of marketing
Thai conglomerate BJC to acquire MM Mega Market Vietnam in US$717mn deal
Extraordinary general meeting set for 13 February for BJC board decision
Spinneys supermarket to open 12 stores in the Philippines
Partnership with ACX Holidings facilitates the first opening outside of the Gulf for the UAE-based retailer
Clean energy citrus becomes a reality in Jeju
Fruit grown with renewable energy enters the Korean market
‘Two-tier market’ for cherries in Vietnam
Influx of Chilean fruit by sea puts pressure on market, but prices of airfreighted fruit from Australia and New Zealand hold up
Korea reopens tariff exemptions for imported fruits
Imports of bananas, pineapples and mangoes to be tariff-free from 12 February to 30 June