Asia & Oceania
Fresh produce industry news and analysis from Asia and Oceania.
Lytone partners with Nagurum Company to deliver practical solutions in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka, the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean,” is actively pursuing economic recovery following its 2022 financial crisis. As a cornerstone of the nation’s economy, agriculture holds a rich history and significant importance.
Australian macadamia crop finishes strongly despite adverse weather conditions
Growers produced 53,950 tonnes in-shell at 3.5 per cent moisture, up 11.5 per cent on 2023 volumes
Tasmanian cherry season underway
First boxes of Tasmanian cherries are now available across the state as exporters prepare for international sales
New Zealand horticulture export revenue forecast to hit new heights
New report projects New Zealand horticulture export revenue to reach NZ$8bn
New partnership to breed apples and pears of the future
Prevar, Okanagan Specialty Fruits, and Plant & Food Research will use new tech like gene editing to develop better varieties
Korean team develops edible biofilm to extend shelf-life of fruit
Researchers believe the natural polysaccharide-based edible coating can replace synthetic packaging
More kiwifruit expected from north-east New Zealand
Regional grower representative in Gisborne says favourable spring weather and new orchards will boost supply
Asia Fruit Logistica announces China Meet Up and exciting new events
Asia’s premier fresh produce trade show unveils two China events held in the days following Asia Fruit Logistica 2025
WA Farm Direct and Sun World strengthen table grape relationship in Australia
License expansion allows WA Farm Direct to extend its operations to include table grape production in the eastern states of Australia.
Comment: Pink Lady changed the face of apple marketing
As the founder of Pink Lady Europe steps down, Chris White recalls his first encounter with the apple in Australia during the early 1990s
Produce Plus Summer out now
Scott Montague discusses the next chapter for Montague Farms and Australia’s berry category is in the spotlight ahead of BerryQuest 2025. Plus, features on summer favourites mangoes and stonefruit
Termotécnica presents packaging solution to support Brazil’s grape exports to China
Light weight DaColheita solution reduces freight costs and CO₂ emissions
Ausveg and the Australian Garlic Industry Association join forces
Organisations to retain their distinct identities but will collaborate to strengthen and consolidate advocacy efforts
VentureFruit appoints Copefrut as exclusive Latin American licence holder for Tutti
Chilean grower-packer-marketer-exporter to license the Hot Climate Partnership variety across the region
JD Super celebrates start of Chilean cherry season in China
Chinese retailer aims to sell Rmb5bn of Chilean products over three years with strategic cooperation agreement
Season’s first South African stonefruit arrives in India
This year’s campaign will include retail promotions and various consumer engagement activities
Apple returns “highest in seasons”, says T&G Global
Payments to growers said to reach NZ$124mn as Envy and Jazz perform well, after production recovers from Cyclone Gabrielle
Fruit Logistica 2025: Fruitful connections for the global fresh produce business
With over 2,500 exhibitors, groundbreaking innovations, and countless networking opportunities, the event sets the stage for industry growth and collaboration
Turkey’s Alya Fruits committed to top service
In the face of today’s plethora of challenges, Turkish exporter Alya Fruits continues to be focused on quality, innovation and expanding its global reach, says CEO Ceyhun Gündüz
First cherry express for the 2024/25 Chilean cherry season arrives in China
Frutas de Chile holds ceremony at Guangzhou’s Jiangnan Wholesale Market to celebrate the arrival
Fruit deepens international ties between Pengsheng and Peru
The fruit trade plays an increasingly important role in global economic development.
NZ growers back expansion of Zespri Global Supply
More than 90 per cent vote to increase global production of SunGold over next six years
Ninjacart launches ag-tech start-up support programme
Indian ag-tech company to help other start-ups follow in its footsteps by sharing technology, expertise and financial support
Zespri clarifies profit forecast calculation
Kiwifruit supplier says structure continues to prioritise returns to growers, with forecast net profit higher than previously expected
BayWa plans to sell T&G, suggests Reuters report
Agency cites company presentation that apparently predicted sale after 2025
Bloom Fresh announces licensees in China
Announcement comes amid continued commitment to pursue license infringement across the nation
NZ Summerfresh announces commercial names for apricot series
Names for new apricot varieties inspired by New Zealand’s summer season
Costa’s berry harvest kicks off in Tasmania
Recruitment for local employees across harvest operations is underway
Box Divvy connects tomato growers directly with consumers
Modern cooperative supports Australian growers through truss oversupply, paying up to double the market price
Rockit Global appoints Cullen Zhang as new GM Greater China
Zhang joins Rockit after eight years with confectionery and snack foods company Pladis
Wholesale ordering platform Fresho hits US$50mn funding
Oversubscribed Series B funding round to accelerate AI innovation and US expansion as platform passes 30mn orders
Zespri’s rodent insurance claim could take years to resolve
Total cost of incident, which saw a whole ship full of SunGold kiwifruit destroyed, now estimated at around €0.13 per tray
Scales says apple orchard investments will boost profit
Redevelopment of apple production in New Zealand should see the company’s net profit increase to NZ$35-40mn in 2025, says group
Western Australia unveils A$97mn biosecurity centre
The response centre will act as the headquarters for the state’s biosecurity operations including responses to polyphagous shot-hole borer and Queensland fruit fly
Hort Innovation welcomes new directors
Cameron Mackay and Robert Mullins join the board, with Julie Bird re-elected as chair
Macquarie Asset Management takes majority share in Australia's Fresh Produce Group
One of Australia’s largest fresh fruit and veg companies has a new major shareholder, although its founders and chief executives will stay in place