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PromotionAsia Fruit Logistica edition of Asiafruit out now
Special edition offers a full Asia Fruit Logistica breakdown including extensive exhibitor preview, Asiafruit Knowledge Centre programme overview and pre-show highlights
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NewsAsia Fruit Logistica 2026 exhibitor preview: Australasia
Australia and New Zealand remain key suppliers to the Asia market for premium fresh produce across an array of categories. This year will see exhibitors from the region showcasing local industries, brands, marketing efforts and company restructures all aimed at serving Asia’s thriving markets
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NewsAsia Fruit Logistica 2026 exhibitor preview: Asia
Growers, packers, shippers, and technology providers from all corners of Asia will promote their latest developments, smart solutions, and new products in Hong Kong this year to target expanded business horizons
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NewsCentral Retail to acquire MaxValu from Aeon Thailand
Aeon Thailand to transfer 30 MaxValu stores, which will be rebranded as Tops
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NewsJapan revises plant variety protection laws
Approved bill will cover domestically developed agricultural products throughout entire lengthy rights registration process
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NewsIndonesian mangoes set high export goals
Government sets sights on Japan as the next step in export development
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NewsCool Carriers takes delivery of second Snow-class reefer vessel
World’s largest specialised reefer operator welcomes Snow Flake into fleet, as newbuilding programme advances
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NewsJapan target for Bangladeshi mangoes
Market diversification and reducing supply chain costs headline Bangladesh’s export development efforts
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FeaturesAustralian citrus takes health to the next level
Citrus Australia CEO, Nathan Hancock, tells Asiafruit how the industry body is putting a spotlight on the category’s health benefits, which go far beyond that of the well-known Vitamin C
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NewsJapanese concern as local citrus varieties reported in China
Growers call for Japanese authorities to investigate after reports Beni Princess saplings have made their way overseas
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NewsKorean melons build momentum in Japan
Promotional push targets single-person households in an effort to grow exports
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FeaturesEarly and balanced supply bodes well for NW cherries
Key North American cherry-producing regions report optimistic outlook for the 2026 export season
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FeaturesPhilippine banana industry readies for comeback
New technological investments, market diversification and revitalisation provide a hedge against the Philippines’ eroding market share, ongoing TR4 challenges and the latest geopolitical unrest
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NewsFruit in the spotlight during Aeon’s Vietnam week
Vietnamese products to be promoted in Aeon stores across Japan, Malaysia, Hong Kong, China, and Cambodia
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NewsJapan steps up IP fight with new body
Public-private organisation to specialise in managing plant breeders’ rights
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NewsJapan’s largest fruit import under threat from ethylene shortage
Middle East conflict has tightened ethylene supplies, with fruit importers trying to avoid shortages and minimise price rises
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NewsAustralian horticulture accelerates push into Asia
Hort Innovation spotlights suite of export-focused initiatives to boost export growth for Australian fresh produce growers
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NewsJapan suspends Indian mango imports
Industry loses access to Japanese market after quarantine inspectors reportedly find issues with pest-control protocols
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PodcastsReflecting on 14 years of Australia’s avocado industry with outgoing AAL CEO John Tyas
Plus, a look at fresh produce marketing with dietitian and CEO of Foodwatch Jemma O’Hanlon
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NewsMexico’s new Japanese milestone
First shipment of bell peppers is exported following years of negotiations