Exotic fruit news archive – Page 9
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FeaturesFood supply chains feel war’s impact in Iran
The recent conflict with Israel served as a reminder of the vulnerability of the agriculture sector to political and military shocks, according to Alireza Emami of Iran’s Zarrin Group
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NewsSpain sees big jump in custard apple exports to Europe
Shipments grew 42 per cent in the 2024/25 season
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NewsChina’s appetite for imported durian remains “robust”
Despite more cautious spending, Chinese traders report enduring interest in imported fruits including durian, pineapple and coconut
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NewsVietnamese dragon fruit exports hit by certification delays
European buyers reportedly switching to Thai and Ecuadorian suppliers as certification bottlenecks leave tonnes of Vietnamese dragon fruit at risk of spoilage
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NewsT&G Global confirms sale process amid takeover interest
The New Zealand-based fresh produce exporter has engaged Craigs Investment Partners to assist with a potential sale after receiving numerous expressions of interest
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NewsBayWa reports €1.6bn loss as it attempts to overcome ‘most serious crisis’
German conglomerate reveals impact of recent liquidity problems, but insists transformation plan will ensure long-term financial stability
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NewsMitrofresh expands with new office in China
Netherlands-based mushroom and exotic produce specialist has opened a new office in Guangzhou as part of its strategy to expand business beyond the European Union
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NewsCambodian durian gains access to China
News comes as China reports 32.9 per cent drop in total durian imports
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NewsPeru suspends pitahaya imports from Ecuador
Move follows discovery of unauthorised chemicals on a consignment destined for Peru
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NewsCambodia ban heaps pressure on Thai fruit trade
Cambodia’s ban on Thai fruit and vegetable imports causes oversupply on domestic market, with tropical fruit suppliers bearing brunt of impact
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CommentComment: Tropical fruit market outlook remains positive despite global challenges
Despite widespread geopolitical turmoil and economic challenges, the outlook for tropical fresh fruit remains extremely positive according to RaboResearch’s Cindy van Rijswick at the Fruitnet Tropicals Congress.
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AnalysisThe future is bright for tropicals
Fruitnet Tropicals Congress hears how quality, consistency and better marketing are key to boosting sales
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NewsThe Philippines seeks access to Egypt for mangoes and bananas
Negotiations come after the country gained access for durian in May
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NewsLess than two weeks to go to Fruitnet Tropicals Congress!
Join thought leaders from all parts of the tropicals and exotics supply chain in Antwerp on 24 & 25 June
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NewsDole founder and produce champion David Murdock dies, aged 102
Billionaire businessman and wellness advocate, who transformed Dole into global fruit powerhouse and later championed nutrition research, passed away on 9 June
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NewsTikTok ‘snack hacks’ spike sales of pomegranate
Pomegranate seeds are outperforming prepared fruit sales thanks to viral social media recipe hits with chocolate chips, cucumber and halloumi
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NewsChina-Laos Railway aids durian trade
Express rail services drive export growth and give consumers better prices
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NewsBayWa secures court approval for restructuring plan
Company’s plan was already underway, with new loans secured until end of 2028, but legal backing now in place
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NewsMexico establishes its first phytosanitary irradiation facility using X-ray technology
eBeam Agroindustrial plant in Aguascalientes exported the first shipment of X-ray irradiated pitahayas
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NewsSpain mull exotics potential
Event organised by Cajamar and Asoproa hears how producers can tap into growing European demand