Dried fruit and nuts
All the news and market analysis for worldwide dried fruit and nuts Industry, including dried fruit and nut producers, dried fruit and nut production, and the import and export of dried fruit and nuts.
Iran stops all agri-food exports
Move adds to mounting logistics challenges and makes supply issues and price rises more likely
MAF Roda cracks date challenge
Sticky and delicate, Medjool dates have long been a headache for automation specialists, but France’s MAF Roda says its new sorter ticks all the boxes
Australia’s macadamia industry cautiously optimistic for 2026 season
Early-season forecast has macadamia crop reaching 59,080 tonnes, a strong recovery from 2025’s 43,800 tonnes
South African raisin crop forecast cut to 86,500 tonnes
Despite the lower forecast, the industry remains optimistic about long-term growth as competing nations face their own challenges
Australia’s horticulture industry reaches highest production value on record
Total output across fruit, vegetables, nuts and nursery grew 6 per cent in value in 2024/25 reaching A$18.4bn
Australian macadamias source market insights in Europe, US and Asia
Data from online and offline retailers to help the industry effectively supply key export markets
Demand for Australian almonds remains strong in key export markets
Export volumes far exceed early crop expectations reaching almost 146,000 tonnes in first 10 months of 2025/26 selling season
Fruit-led export surge narrows Philippines’ farm trade gap
Fruit and nuts accounted for 37 per cent of total exports in December at a value of US$329.72mn
Comment: The unexpected impact of ‘Dujjonku’ on Korea’s pistachio supply
Hyojun Kim details the latest food craze taking hold in Korea and what it means for the future of fresh produce consumption and marketing
Research project sets sights on higher macadamia yields
Investigation to examine the physiological drivers of productivity for macadamias and deliver practical crop management strategies
Walnuts on the march
Robert Verloop, CEO of the California Walnut Board & Commission, talks production, trade, the UK market, and why walnuts are the fashionable product of the moment
Uzbekistan to expand supply of fresh and dried fruit to Malaysia
Delegation reaches agreements with leading importers and distributors following a series of meetings
Lunar New Year edition of Asiafruit out now
Lunar New Year preview, Australia export focus and a keynote interview with Rockit Global CEO Grant McBeath headline this issue
Mildura’s Minter Magic embraces technology to compete on global stage
John Deere’s GPS technology and AutoTrac technology help Australian citrus, almond and asparagus grower to improve its business
New drone technology protects Australian crops from bird damage
Three-year trial to unlock innovative, non-lethal bird deterrence strategies for almond, stonefruit, apple and pear growers
Australian almond industry set for new era of significant growth
Industry could claim a larger share of the global market as production area increases
Orsero Group considers expansion into North America
Italian company eyes potential investments in the US, according to executives speaking at stock exchange event in Milan
Australian macadamia crop finalised following challenging 2025 season
Significant rainfall across the season made for difficult growing conditions
South African macadamia industry warns of China dependency risks
Industry leaders warn that China’s growing self-sufficiency in production and processing could threaten South Africa’s export dominance
Australian almond industry eyes Asia expansion
China, India, Indonesia and Malaysia are priority markets in industry’s new strategic push to drive export growth
Afghanistan and Pakistan seek out alternative trading partners
Violent clashes on the border have brought trade between Afghanistan and Pakistan to a halt, pushing the former to find new outlets and the latter to seek out new sources
Treesury sees tokenisation as solution for financing production
Serbian fintech company Treesury is enabling small investors to generate income from long-term investment in hazelnut cultivation, with potential for other products such as berries and tomatoes
Trump drops tariffs on range of fruits
Bananas, avocados, tomatoes and oranges among multiple fruits to gain relief as US president rolls back reciprocal tariffs on more than 100 agricultural products
Eosta expands organic cranberry programme tackling Dutch peatland challenges
Leading organic fresh produce specialist Eosta has announced the expansion of its successful organic cranberry programme, which is helping address major environmental challenges in Dutch peatlands while providing a climate-positive alternative to problematic dairy farming
Futura develops AI-powered date sorting technology for global markets
Omar Papi, managing director of the Italian fruit grading technology company, explains how AI has taken date quality selection to a whole new level
Yellow-legged hornet nest found in Auckland
Bisecuirty threat poses risks to local honeybee and wild bee populations with potential impacts on growers
Tunisia finds advantage in date heritage
Dates are helping to meet rising demand for healthy sweet foods, and Tunisia’s Deglet Nour variety, sold with the branch attached, offers an extra visual appeal
Spain welcomes Edeka’s support for homegrown almonds
German retailer announces that it will sell Iberian almonds instead of Californian ones in its stores
Palestine Gardens exports dates against odds
Mo’men Sinokrot of Palestinian date specialist Palestine Gardens says the challenges to produce and export are severe, but the people’s commitment to the land remains steadfast
‘Sky is the limit’ for fresh suppliers moving into dried
There is strong opportunity for fresh fruit suppliers to diversify into dried fruit or nuts thanks to commonality among consumers and growth in key markets, according to speakers at a new Asiafruit Showcase session
Global Plant Genetics celebrates decade of horticultural innovation
The UK-based specialist in berries, asparagus, grapes and nuts has built a global network and received royal recognition for its international trade success
Alternatives sought for Brazilian foods hit by Trump tariff
The Brazilian government has responded to the US’s move to slap a 50 per cent tariff on Brazilian produce by facilitating direct purchases for use in public schools and hospitals
New parent company for prominent New Zealand apple brand
Consolidated Fruits unifies Kiwi Crunch, CAJ, and Prunus Orchards under one overarching company
First recipients of Queensland’s Community Bee Innovation Fund announced
The A$500,000 fund supports beekeeping and pollen-reliant industries safeguard against varroa mite
Fairtrade adds Turkey to its list of producer countries
Fairtrade International has expanded its geographical scope to include Turkey as a producer country, responding to demand for certified hazelnuts from the region
Australian macadamias see sharp downturn in mid-season forecast
Growers in New South Wales report lowest crops in a decade due to ongoing wet weather conditions