Asia & Oceania
Fresh produce industry news and analysis from Asia and Oceania.
Fresh produce industry pays tribute to ‘Dr Food’ Professor David Hughes
Hughes was one of the global fresh produce industry’s most respected commentators, known for his provocative and entertaining analysis of consumer behaviour, marketing and supply chains
Redfox launches ‘country expert network’ to help businesses expand overseas
Initiative will initially source experienced fresh produce talent in Ireland, Morocco and Egypt, before expanding to certain Asian markets and others
How AI and automation are helping fresh fruit brands in China
Logistics operator says AI-powered inspections, automated warehousing, and connected sensors can give companies end-to-end visibility
Seeka raises full-year forecast as fruit business flourishes
Company secures robust kiwifruit returns as it expands into citrus, having made a number of operational improvements
Analysis: Banana prices drop as South African pears and Australian carrots surge
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Citrus Australia warning over working holiday visa caps
Citrus Australia CEO Nathan Hancock has hit out at the Australian government’s changes to the Working Holiday Maker visa programme
Viscount’s Nally Folding MegaBin receives sustainability recognition
Reusable bins remove single-use cardboard packaging from the supply chain
Analysis: Indonesian imports surge as China bounces back
Rebounding production in China drives significant growth in pear, apple and citrus imports
New Zealand National Party to pursue separation of Foodstuffs
Governing party pledges to break up one of New Zealand’s top retailers should it be re-elected
‘Market diversification and coordinated picking key amid volatile avocado supply’
Westfalia Fruit’s Hans Boyum discusses the European avocado market’s dramatic swing from over- to undersupply, strategies to mitigate climate change, and opportunities to increase consumption
Chile secures improved access to Chinese market
MoU to facilitate exports of fresh Chilean fruit enters into force
Asiafruit Indonesia edition out now
Exclusive interviews with Sunpride CEO Cindyanto Tjong and Rijk Zwaan’s Jan Doldersum plus category features on apples and pears, kiwifruit and cherries
Australian avocado industry signs landmark education partnership in Bangkok
Upcoming Thai chefs compete for top honours in Australian Fruits Recipe Competition held by Dusit Thani College
LMU introduces Indonesian-grown Kirin melon
Hyper-premium hydroponic-grown melon offers alternative to imported Japanese fruit
Indofresh opens seventh branch in Indonesia
Balikpapan facility strengthens the company’s cold-chain distribution network across eastern part of the country
Vietnam exports record value of fruits and vegetables to EU
Exports reach US$343.3mn in the first seven months of 2026, up 26 per cent on the same period last year
DSR Taiko and PKNP launch export traceability for Pahang Musang King
Malaysian durian specialist and state development corporation introduce digital traceability framework, supported by proposed Pahang Durian City integrated economic hub
IFPA’s Executive Leadership Summit Asia tracks changing market
Fresh produce industry leaders gather in Hong Kong, discussing key trends including resilient demand, a bifurcating market, and the rise of quick commerce
Australia suspends imports of Vietnamese pomelo over biosecurity concerns
DAFF has confirmed affected fruit was either destroyed or exported
NZKGI CEO Colin Bond announces resignation
Bond will finish his time at the industry body in Q1 2027
Interfel offers “taste of France” in Madrid
French exporters will showcase the diversity of their produce at Fruit Attraction in Madrid, as Interfel stresses the need to adapt to climate change and rebuild consumption
Westfalia Fruit brings new ripeness guidance to avocado shoppers in India
Ripe-O-Meter ripeness testers available in stores across five major cities
Red Tip Eco bananas crack Japan market
Pacific Coast Eco Bananas explores next export opportunities for its bananas grown using the Ecoganic farming protocol
Australian horticulture industry calls for action on working holiday visas
Industry calls on federal government to provide clarity on changes to key source of labour
T&G launches new apple brand in Vietnam
First ever export of Joli lands in Vietnam, expanding the marketer’s premium global apples portfolio
Chinese province sends first-ever grape consignment to Belgium
Ningbo Customs confirms successful export of 30 boxes of Shine Muscat grapes, said to be first such shipment from Zhejiang
Zespri funds research into natural defence against kiwifruit disease
As chemicals lose effectiveness against PsaV, which threatens kiwifruit around the world, scientists aim to find a more natural solution
NZ growers fear price squeeze from T&G Fresh deal
Commerce Commission raises concerns that proposed acquisition could weaken growers’ bargaining position and reduce competition
Egyptian oranges see Asian opportunities shrink
According to Egyptian exporters, China’s increasing dominance of the region’s citrus category is shortening the window for Egypt
Chile makes breakthroughs in South-East Asia
Delegation visits Vietnam and Indonesia and delivers market access improvements for fresh fruit
China marketing award places Chilean fresh fruit alongside FMCG giants
Frutas de Chile’s Charif Christian Carvajal awarded 2026 Brand Leader of the Year
New Zealand records boost in produce consumption
Seasonal, good-value produce cited as the biggest driver behind eating more
Farmers grow more cautious but remain open to proven innovation
McKinsey & Company’s Global Farmer Insights 2026 survey looks at current and future trends in agriculture
Hong Kong fresh import channel moves to 24 hour operations
Fresh fruit can now be imported via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge at all hours
Hiya Fruit looks north in China
New supply relationships at wholesale market near Beijing have opened up huge new sales opportunities for British-owned fruit importer
South Africa welcomes China cherry access
The signing of a formal phytosanitary protocol in Beijing opens the door for South African cherry exporters to tap into China’s US$3.3bn import market