All Philippines articles
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NewsKorea finalises quarantine negotiations with the Philippines for grape exports
Exports set to commence next year after almost two decades of negotiations for access
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NewsPhilippine fresh fruit imports on the rise
Imports forecast to grow year-on-year, driven by a young and growing population
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NewsStrong start for South African table grapes
Table grape industry targets close to 80mn export cartons this season despite US tariff challenge and increased competition in Europe
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NewsAsia Fruit Logistica launches 2026 Meet Ups programme
Programme kicks off with Fresh Produce India on 16-17 April in Mumbai, followed by flagship Southeast Asia Meet Up on 18-19 May in Bangkok
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NewsPhilippines announces government aid for banana industry
Department of Agriculture unveils package of interventions to fight spread of Panama disease and boost exports
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NewsPhilippines says yes to Peruvian avocados
New deal gives Peru access to a market of 110mn consumers
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NewsThe Philippines grants market access to Peruvian avocados
Authorities from both countries signed a bilateral work plan outlining the terms for the fruit’s entry into the Philippines
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NewsSeasonal worker scheme updated to allow earlier re-entry
The change means workers will be able to transition between key crop harvests and provide greater flexibility to growers
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NewsFailed marriages boost frozen produce sales
Rising divorce rates and smaller households have brought new opportunities for fresh suppliers looking to diversify into frozen as first container of frozen Peruvian avocados arrives in China
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NewsAustralia to review alternative biosecurity measures for the import of Philippines bananas
The Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) strongly opposes the proposal saying “imports are unnecessary”
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FeaturesMaersk boosts investments in cold chain and tech
Recent updates include a Durian Express service, improved remote container management, in-transit ripening and a new trade and tariff support tool
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CommentRijk Zwaan strengthens Asian market position with innovative products and increased presence
Ahead of Asia Fruit Logistica, Rijk Zwaan reveals expansion across Asia including a new Korean subsidiary, R&D facilities in Vietnam and Japan, and innovative product developments tailored to regional markets
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NewsDel Monte partners with CMA CGM for Asian banana and pineapple shipments
Fresh produce giant shifts from traditional breakbulk methods to temperature-controlled container shipping for improved quality and reliability
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NewsICTSI reports 14 per cent revenue increase in first half
International Container Terminal Services has announced a 14 per cent year-on-year increase in revenue from port operations for the first half of 2025, reaching US$1.51bn
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NewsEast-West Seed remembers founder Simon Groot
Vegetable seed industry pioneer Simon Groot, who founded East-West Seed and helped lift millions of smallholder farmers out of poverty, has died aged 90 in the Netherlands
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NewsNew tariff offensive prompts major concern for exporters in the EU, South Africa, Brazil and Mexico
US President Donald Trump has announced plans for new tariffs on imports from multiple countries including the EU, Mexico, Brazil and South Africa, creating significant uncertainty for fresh produce exporters worldwide
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NewsHSBC Philippines to fund series of smallholder cooperatives
Bayan Family of Foundations and Philippine agritech leader Mayani join the project
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NewsThailand Meet Up builds anticipation for Asia Fruit Logistica
Bangkok event attracts strong international attendance for final Meet Up before Asia Fruit Logistica’s highly anticipated return to Hong Kong
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News‘Culture and commitment’: Panellists share tips on avoiding exploitation
Panellists at a session on seasonal labour at Festival of Fresh discussed how to prevent exploitation, newspaper coverage and the outlook for recruitment
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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