Asia & Oceania
Fresh produce industry news and analysis from Asia and Oceania.
Colombia signs up to China’s Belt and Road Initiative
Move marks a major shift in foreign policy for Colombia, which has traditionally been aligned with the US
DP World reveals US$2.5bn investment plan
Company says major infrastructure projects will break ground across Europe, India, Africa and South America this year
Indonesia encourages fruit cooperation with Australia
Indonesian president seeks assistance in improving local fruit production
A taste of winter: Perth Markets welcomes seasonal produce from local growers
As the seasons turn to winter, Western Australia’s fresh produce wholesale market is preparing for an influx of new seasonal produce
Ahold Delhaize appoints Europe CCO
Tim Bork is tasked with accelerating the retailer’s growth strategy across Europe and Indonesia
Zespri’s new marketing campaign brings value message to consumers
Kiwi Brothers return to front Asia-wide promotional push, as marketer attempts to change perceptions of its premium products
IFPA ANZ appoints two new directors to its board
Lynch Group Australia CEO David Di Pietro and Steritech fresh produce business manager Ben Reilly join with extensive experience across the fresh produce and floral industries
Nutrano Produce successfully trials compostable fruit stickers
Compostable design made in partnership with leading labelling company Sinclair
Asia’s largest wholesale market bans Turkish apples
Azadpur market chairman confirms blockade in response to “current circumstances” surrounding India-Pakistan conflict
Brazilian grape suppliers meet importers in China
Abrafrutas president Guilherme Coelho updates Fruitnet on potential trade breakthroughs in Asia and Europe
Respite for BayWa as restructuring plan is approved
Agreement offers respite to troubled conglomerate and T&G Global owner, with capital injection and loan extension to end of 2028
Brand building pays off big for Flash Gala
Leading South African apple and pear growers and marketers say they are pleased with the progress of Flash Gala as it passes milestone
Ole Supermarket hosts Piqa Red tasting activations
Activations part of Prevar’s efforts to develop the China market for the newly rebranded red pear
Hort Connections brings industry to Brisbane
Australia and New Zealand’s largest horticulture conference and trade show prepares for another bumper edition with over 4,000 delegates expected
Asia Fruit Logistica ticket shop now open
Buy your ticket to Asia’s premier fresh produce show today to save up to 40 per cent and extend your trip with the China Meet Up on 8-9 September
Flash Gala exports surpass 1mn cartons
South African apple brand celebrates milestone as demand grows in eastern markets
South Korean radish growers visit NCGM
Producers from Korea Export-Free Co. are interested in exporting to UK wholesale sector
Thai Ministry of Commerce partners with Chinese influencer to sell fruit
Taiyuan Lao Ge previously sold Bt1bn worth of Thai durian in just one day
Rockit appoints Ivan Angland as new COO
Snack-sized apple company also farewells its general manager, operations Scott Griffin who has been with the business over five years
Sun World debuts Ruby Rush as it ushers in early grape season
The early-season red seedless grape is “proving its value to growers” and is now cultivated in ten countries, with production expanding
Redland welcomes industry leaders to drive international growth
Peter Marshall and Jason Kotz appointed export sales managers
Golden Bay Fruit releases boxed juice range
Cold-pressed juices a way to use ”imperfect” apples and pears that would otherwise be discarded
Climate change will decimate banana production in Latin America and Caribbean, says report
Christian Aid report suggests almost two-thirds of areas’ banana regions will no longer be able to support the fruit’s production
First Chinese pears hit Argentine market
The 2,597-carton consignment was shipped Hebei province-based Botou Dongfang Fruit Co
Sydney Markets names 2025 Fresh Awards finalists
Industry awards show returns for its tenth year this July
PIDA Awards celebrate fruit and nut packaging
Dried fruit and nut packaging and blueberry packaging receive recognition at industry awards
Joy Wing Mau and Aeon Retail collaborate on Superplum mango launch
Collaboration exemplifies growing partnership between China and India, according to Joy Wing Mau representative
Fresh-cut fruit trend maintains momentum in Korea
Increasing the number of single-person households drives sales of fresh-cut fruit
Southern Forests celebrates a bumper Feijoa season
West Australian growing region produces increased volumes this season
DFI Retail Group and Dingdong announce vegetable partnership
Hong Kong supermarket operator and e-commerce platform join supply chains
Aeon and Sumitomo to expand supermarket presence in Vietnam
Vietnam seen as growth market by Japanese retailers
First South African avocado containers arrive in China
Early shipments of South African avocados land in Shanghai, marking the first arrivals of the season
Strong set of first-quarter results for ICTSI
Revenue climbed 17 per cent with net income up 14 per cent, the terminal operator announced
China fuels Malaysian durian export uplift
Demand for Malaysian durian in China is outpacing supply
Port of Tauranga, Zespri and TKL sign strategic partnership deal to grow kiwifruit exports
Five-year agreement solidifies shared interests in the success of the sector
New Zealand-European Union trade deal delivers export growth
New Zealand exports to the EU up 28 per cent with kiwifruit playing a significant role