Sector | Fruit (stone)
Tajikistan grape exports to Kazakhstan fall 9.7%
Fruit and nut supplies from China to Kyrgyzstan increase by 22% in 2025
Johan Vlok – Kasteelberg:
Push and pull on South African grapes as summer heat meets port delays
Alexi Bois, new president of Peaches and Apricots of France
Carl van der Merwe & David Bodkin – Boplaas 1743 Estate
“Trip to China opened our eyes”
National Retail Report - Specialty Crops 9 January:
Retail produce ads rise 5% week on week to 268,213 listings
South African stone fruit exports hit by port disruptions
New Zealand cherry season delayed by weather in Central Otago
South Africa quantifies carbon and life cycle impacts in deciduous fruit
Kazakhstan exports melons, stone fruits, and grapes, with exotic varieties down
South African cherry output reaches record 3,006 tons
Strong movement of Chilean cherries in the U.S. due to improved logistics and quality
Chinese cherry prices drop over 30% on higher Chile supply
Tasmanian cherry export season to be launched in Taiwan
“Australian shipments short on 16-18 count nectarines this season”
Penny Reidy - South Australian Produce Market:
"South Australian cherries are competing with Victorian cherries, so there is plenty on offer"
Stronger supply on Chilean stone fruit
Tasmanian cherry export season opens with Hong Kong event
Over 60 French producers attended the technical event organised by Salvi France in Monteux
Successful Open Day dedicated to high-density cherry trees
Japanese premium cherries fetch US$12,000 per box at early auctions
Chinese cherry prices fall up to 40% on Chile arrivals
New Zealand cherry growers assess losses after heavy rain
Chilean cherry exports to U.S. up 63% early season
National Retail Report - Specialty Crops:
Retail ads highlight winter citrus and seasonal produce trends
Haydelin Hoffmann, Greenex:
"Being the first to arrive is no longer enough; arriving at the right time with the right variety is crucial"
Cherry prices drop on Chinese market after record Chilean import volumes
Jan Marc Schulz, SFI Rotterdam:
"Opportunities to get Chilean cherries on European shelves from November to February are not being exploited now"
Week 51 Fruit Wholesale Market Report
Cherry price drop boosts sales while Chilean nectarines hit the market
WA Farm Direct launch Australian-Grown Ondine flat stone fruit in China
Central Otago orchards experience unprecedented surge in applicants to pick stone fruit this season
Despite great growing conditions, Okanagan cherry growers faced challenging season
Christopher Dixon, Rio Blanco:
"If we are going to export something, it must be a product that can compete. There is no room for anything that does not add value"
André Fourie – JLA Boerdery
Rock-bottom dam levels make Cape farmers fear the return of drought
"The 2025 season confirms the strength of the Metis plum brand model"
Australian flat peach season gets underway
Croatia police uncover cocaine smuggling hidden in fruit transport
New Zealand stonefruit supply ramps up from Hawke’s Bay
Vietnamese pineapple and fruit production affected by flooding
China overtakes Uzbekistan in Kazakhstan produce imports
NZ horticulture exports forecast to reach US$5.5 billion
Shanghai braces for 250,000 tons of Chilean cherries
More cherry shipments reaching the Chinese market
Martin Reynolds – Cape Dried Fruit
Growing demand for South African dried fruit
Australian blueberries approved for export to Vietnam
Johannesburg fruit market quiet as summer volumes rise
Week 50 Fruit Wholesale Market Report
Sea-freighted cherries take over the market while blueberry prices rise
Australia exports over 18,000 tons of cherries to Asian markets
Chile prepares cherry logistics for China’s Lunar New Year
Australia sees peak December demand for cherries
Australia sets 2026 cherry conference for Adelaide
New Zealand starts early cherry season in Marlborough
New Zealand moves cherries and capsicums in festive airfreight
New cherry orchard established in Volyn, Ukraine
Cherries have opportunities in Peru, especially in premium market niches
Stefan du Plessis and Wynand Hanekom – Icon Fruit
South African exporter poised to fly first stonefruit to China
Azerbaijan reports sharp rise in peach exports
UK Wholesale fruit and vegetable prices - week 49:
Egremont russet up 5% as late apples drop
Week 49 Fruit Wholesale Market Report
Chilean sea-freighted cherries arrive while Peruvian blueberries see faster sales
Chile doubles direct 'Cherry Express' shipments to China for new season
Special Peru
The grapevine lady
Nepali fruit exports to India gain new Kozhikode route
"Germany clearly reinforces the maturity and competitiveness of Moldova’s agri‑food offering"
Brazil year-end demand lifts Ceasa specialty fruit sales
Charles Gantz – Anlin Shipping
A fixed point amid grape shipment turmoil
China receives first seaborne Chilean cherries of 2025
Peru surpasses Chile in blueberry, grape, and avocado exports
Kazakh-Russian scientists launch high-intensity orchard project to boost fruit production
Hungary adds more fruit and vegetable lines to price cap
The Chilean fruit export season begins for refrigerated shipments to the U.S.
Hailstorm damages half of Argentinian cherry crop in the western Middle Valley
China receives first 1,100 ton cherry shipment from Chile
Central Otago growers report stable seasonal labour
Cherry Australia announces 2026 industry conference in Adelaide
Fortuna and RedSayra varieties in Basilicata (Italy)
First strawberries of the season drive autumn sales
Argentina enters China early with first cherries of the season
Australia warns of rising food costs as varroa spreads
Jack Lewis - Klapperbos Farm
Pomegranate grower seeks braai champion
Week 48 Fruit Wholesale Market Report
Chilean air-freighted cherries arrive in large quantities
Annual cherry auction raises record breaking $260K to support vital medical care for rural families
Early summer arrived at Melbourne Market with first flush of local stonefruit
Carles Martí, from the Spanish firm CMR Group:
"For the first time in history, Chilean cherries harvested in week 45 will arrive to Europe by sea"
South Africa - China fruit deal worth $23.3 million
More Chilean cherries expected in U.S. market this season
Moldovan growers call for investment after frost-hit season
Cold Australian weather delays Victoria cherry harvest
South Australian cherry auction hits $65,000 for 5 kg box
Nicolás Michelini, Quelen Fruit:
Chile expects fewer cherries but better sizes this season
Chile confirms cherry exports to Brazil are ongoing as usual
South Africa expands cherry plantings to 819 hectares
Kyrgyzstan growers plan apple and apricot exports to China
Anthony Costa - Costa Family farms:
“Export demand remains robust, particularly for high-brix, well-coloured fruit"
India approves pilot shipments of Chilean fruit with cold treatment during transit
South Africa ends 2025 citrus export season to Russia
Türkiye ranks in global top 3 for key fruit and vegetable crops
The early arrival of Chilean cherries complicates Argentina's cherry sector
Winter cherry prices climb in Tajikistan at US$107 per kilo
Industry appreciates Transnet's purchase of second batch of new gantries
Amplified harbour winds prevent the loading of South Africa's fruit in Cape Town
Penny Reidy - South Australian Produce Market:
"Many growers are hoping for some warmer days to really kick off the summer fruits"
U.S. cling peach growers lose contracts after bankruptcy
Pedro Pablo Budinich, of Green Pack Services:
"Delivering good calibers is taking care of the reputation of Chilean cherries"
Jammu expands high-density fruit production
Chile projects an 11% rise in stone fruit exports
Martín Toro, San Clemente:
"Investing in improving a good Santina is more effective than betting on unproven new varieties"
Wade Glass - Consolidated Fruits:
"We felt obliged to control the packing process and to deliver fruit in each grade specification"
Bananas reign as Europe's top fruit in survey
Cape Town port invests US$214 million ahead of deciduous fruit season
Penny Measham - Cherry Growers Australia
"In general, we are receiving reports of a medium crop load"
Peru opens new biofactory as Chilean cherry harvest begins
Azerbaijan and Russia record US$4.15 billion trade in 2025
Ethiopian carrier launches Chile–China cherry flights
Nicolás Yavar, of UPAC Fruit:
"We expect a good cherry season and more competitive grapes if volumes are kept under control"
Bulgarian growers report orchard losses after frost, drought and hail
Valparaiso begins cherry export season with the Cherry Express service
Chile launches new air route to ship cherries to China
Spanish fruit and vegetable exports to China decrease
NZ forecasts steady Central Otago cherry and blueberry harvest
Brazil expects higher peach harvest in Pelotas region
Moldova compensates growers after frost and storm losses
Natalie King - Vitafresh Produce:
"Vitafresh can step in, assess the condition, and find the right outlet fast"
Uzbekistan ranks second globally in apricot output
Bertus Swart & Camm van Rensburg - Cavalli
Muted expectations of a full European grape market
Over 300 experts and producers participate in the 2025 Citrus Forum
Gonzalo Gajardo, Subsole:
"Large avocado production and record-high kiwi prices"
Richard Cameron - 45 South
45 South held strategic cooperation signing ceremony with its Chinese retail partners
Stefaan Marais – Crownfruit
Uncertainty in Asian cherry market
Sydney Markets to auction first cherries of 2025 season for charity
Melinda Consortium and VIP