TFNet News Compilation (Page 3)

SOURCE: CGTN China’s Central Rural Work Conference wrapped up in Beijing on December 30, highlighting the importance of rural revitalization and the development of stronger county-level industries to boost farmers’ incomes. In southwest China’s Yunnan Province, one small county is putting that goal into practice – by turning avocados intoContinue Reading

SOURCE: The Nation Chairman, Board of Trustees, National Pineapple Growers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria, Okekunle Akintunde, has said Nigeria is missing out in the global pineapple market, valued at approximately $27.08 billion by exporting just raw produce. Currently, the country produces 1.54 million tons yearly, but much ofContinue Reading

SOURCE: East Fruit Pineapple growers in Quynh Thang, Vietnam, are reporting extensive losses after more than a month of yellowing leaves, root rot, and plant collapse. Local authorities estimate that over 400 hectares have been damaged, affecting nearly 200 farming households. Growers say the symptoms began after prolonged rainfall inContinue Reading

SOURCE: Nation Thailand The Department of Intellectual Property has registered Chumphon’s “Sawi pineapple” as the province’s seventh GI product, highlighting its Queen variety, sweet-crisp taste and strong aroma. The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) has registered the “Sawi pineapple” as a new geographical indication (GI) product for Chumphon province, accordingContinue Reading

SOURCE: Alden Monzon, Philstar A new pineapple fiber processing center has opened in the province of Aklan, giving farmers and weavers a dedicated facility to help the community meet rising demand for piña products both locally and abroad. In a statement, the Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) said theContinue Reading

SOURCE: The Financial Express Papaya cultivation in Singair Upazila of Manikganj district in Bangladesh is increasingly carried out on a commercial basis, supplying both local markets and major wholesale hubs across the country. After meeting local demand, fruit from Singair is shipped daily to Dhaka and other urban markets. AccordingContinue Reading

SOURCE: Maura Maxwell, Eurofruit Agrocalidad declares a six-month phytosanitary emergency after the presence of the fungus on a farm in El Oro province is corroborated. Ecuador has confirmed the presence of the Fusarium Wilt Tropical Race 4 (TR4) fungus on a banana farm in the province of El Oro. PlantContinue Reading

ONCE the backbone of the Philippines’ banana exports, Mindanao’s plantations are grappling with rising challenges as tariffs and shifting global markets erode the sector’s competitiveness. Even major estates, such as the Tagum Agricultural Development Company, Inc. (Tadeco), face pressures from foreign competitors and rising costs. Tariffs and market shifts ReneContinue Reading

SOURCE: New Indian Express Bountiful rain this year may not be of much help for mango growers in Karnataka. For, there may be a delay in mango flowering. Usually, November-December is the flowering season in Ramanagara, Channapatna, Dharwad and other districts in North Karnataka. But in Kolar district, which accountsContinue Reading

The inaugural ceremony of the 11th edition of the Indian Horticultural Congress was held today at the University of Agricultural Sciences (UAS), GKVK campus, Bengaluru. Former Secretary, DARE and Director General, ICAR and Padma Bhushan Dr. R.S. Paroda inaugurated the Congress. Secretary, DARE and Director General, ICAR Dr. M.L. JatContinue Reading

SOURCE: Isabella Lee, The Guardian Hot weather in the Northern Territory has been favourable for summer’s golden child. “Everyone should be eating mangoes right now,” says Josh Flamminio, co-owner of Galluzzo Fruiterers in Sydney. The mango abundance will continue throughout the month and will only get better as supply fromContinue Reading