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African air cargo demand rises on produce exports
3+ hour, 15+ min ago (343+ words) African airlines recorded a 6 per cent year-on-year increase in air cargo demand in 2025, while capacity rose by 7. 8 per cent, according to IATA. Growth was supported by network expansion, increased integration into global supply chains, and continued demand for perishables exports....
USDA to purchase produce for food assistance programs
2+ hour, 30+ min ago (220+ words) The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced plans to purchase fresh and processed fruit products for distribution through food and nutrition assistance programs across the United States. Purchases will be made under Section 32 of the Agriculture Act of August 24, 1935, with…...
Uganda targets Hass avocado export growth
2+ hour, 17+ min ago (288+ words) Uganda is aiming to increase its presence in the global Hass avocado market, where demand is estimated at 28 million tons annually, while supporting local incomes through expanded production and value chain development. Col. Edith Nakalema, head of the State House…...
Even after the ceasefire announcement, freight rates have gone up, not down
1+ hour, 48+ min ago (299+ words) Fresh Plaza Even after the ceasefire announcement, the situation for Indian banana exports to the Gulf is still dire, and freight is the main reason, says Sagar Rajput of Solapur-based Kulswamini Fruit Export "The war'related disruption has wiped out almost…...
Grow Group partners with Boland Market Agents in Cape Town
2+ hour, 28+ min ago (330+ words) Grow Fresh Produce Agents announced its partnership with Boland Market Agents, a fresh produce agency on the Cape Town Market with roots dating back to 1926 and a legacy built over generations in the industry. This strategic move marks Grow's expansion…...
China's garlic market faces oversupply and declining prices
2+ hour, 31+ min ago (319+ words) Fresh Plaza Currently, the overall Chinese garlic market remains sluggish, with oversupply leading to persistently low prices Storage operators are generally under pressure to sell at a loss Jining Greenstream Fruits & Vegetables Co. , Ltd. , located in Jining City, Shandong Province,…...
Mozambique farming costs challenge advantages over South Africa
3+ hour, 15+ min ago (249+ words) Mozambique is often viewed as an alternative production base to South Africa due to lower labour costs and proximity to export markets. However, farmers operating in both countries report that input dependency, logistics, and compliance costs reduce this advantage. Farmers…...
New office in Croatia facilitates exports of fruit and vegetables to Central and Eastern Europe
2+ hour, 31+ min ago (249+ words) Fresh Plaza "We are pleased to announce that the new office, DCS Tramaco Rijeka d. o. o. , is now fully operational This is an important step in strengthening our presence in the North Adriatic and our connections with Central and Eastern Europe," says…...
A closer look at the Tucum'n lemon season
2+ hour, 31+ min ago (237+ words) Salix Fruits recently completed visits to lemon growers and packers in Tucum'n, Argentina, and reports a season shaped by contrasting forces: favorable fruit formation followed by heavy rains, alongside strong international demand. "The fruit set was very promising thanks to…...
U. S. growers plant CRISPR citrus trees against greening
2+ hour, 31+ min ago (240+ words) More than 300, 000 CRISPR-edited citrus trees are being planted in Florida this year as part of efforts to address citrus greening disease. The gene-editing technology is being applied to support citrus production under ongoing disease pressure. The trees have shown performance…...