Kazakhstan has introduced a temporary ban on apple imports from third countries and Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) member states, according to an order signed by the acting Minister of Agriculture. The restriction applies to apple imports by all modes of transport from September 3 through December 31, 2026. According to the Agriculture Ministry, the measure […]
Vietnam’s lychee exports fell 51 per cent year on year to US$16.4 million in the first half of 2026, as higher domestic prices and logistics costs affected export competitiveness. Lychees accounted for 0.8 per cent of Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports during the period, compared with 2.05 per cent a year earlier, according to customs […]
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California’s grape season is advanced. It seems that commodities in many regions are pushed forward because of El Niño. In Peru, blueberries and grapes are advanced, Mexico’s crops were advanced, and the same is happening in California. “As of this week, California’s grape harvest is close to nine million boxes ahead compared to the same […]
Korea’s grape industry is entering a period of adjustment after years of rapid Shine Muscat expansion pushed production higher and market prices lower. While growers are increasingly looking towards alternative varieties, export demand for premium Korean Shine Muscat continues to strengthen, says Jeff Jun of Top Fruit Co. Ltd. Shine Muscat production is projected to […]
The 2026 apple harvest is expected to start in the first week of September at Adrian Scripps, in Kent, England. The area has seen sporadic hail as well as very high temperatures in the last few months, both of which may have an impact on the crop. “We expect Gala to begin in the first […]
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Dole plc reported a 2.9% increase in second-quarter revenue to $2,499 million for the three months ended June 30, 2026, compared with $2,428 million in the same period of 2025. Adjusted EBITDA decreased 14.8% to $116.8 million, from $137.1 million, mainly due to higher fruit sourcing costs in the Fresh Fruit segment. Net income increased […]
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Vietnam’s passion fruit industry is entering a period of expanding supply after strong prices and growing demand from Chinese processing factories encouraged farmers to plant more, says Henry Le of Funi Farm Import Export Co. Ltd. For exporters, however, the next challenge is ensuring that this growth is matched by consistent quality and access to […]