VIETNAM: Fresh passion fruit exports to US hope to begin next year
SOURCE: Viet An, Thi Ha Vietnam is in negotiations with the U.S. to export fresh passion fruit, and they are expected to be completed next year. The U.S. is likely to be the next market for Vietnamese passion fruit after Australia, which approved imports in August this year, Tran VanContinue Reading
ETHIOPIA: Premier encourages farmers engaged papaya cultivation to redouble efforts
SOURCE: FanABC Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) has encouraged farmers who are engaged in papaya cultivation to redouble their efforts in growing the crop. Highlighting the significance of the papaya for local consumptions and export market, the Prime Minister shared a social media post with pictures showcasing the progress ofContinue Reading
NETHERLANDS: Westfalia Fruit rolls out laser-etched mangoes to promote sustainability
SOURCE: Siân Yates, FoodBev Media Westfalia Fruit has unveiled an innovative initiative that eliminates the need for plastic PLU stickers by introducing laser etching on mangoes. This project, stemming from the company’s operations in the Netherlands, marks a notable step in reducing plastic waste while enhancing product visibility in retailContinue Reading
International Symposium on Tropical Fruits 2024
TFNet organizes ISTF2024 on 22-24 October 2024Continue Reading
TFNet holds 16th Board of Trustees meeting in Kuala Lumpur
TFNet’s 16th Board of Trustees meeting was held at the Corus Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on 21 October 2024.Continue Reading
TFNet invited to speak on tropical fruit value chains and markets in webinar hosted by SFIDA
TFNet Advisor Yacob Amad presented on value chains and market enhancement of tropical fruits in Asia and the PacificContinue Reading
TFNet organizes study visit to tropical fruit production areas in Guangdong Province, China
TFNet organized a study visit for the Malaysian Department of Agriculture to Guangdong, ChinaContinue Reading
VIETNAM: Opportunities for fruit and vegetable export to China
SOURCE: Vietnam News Việt Nam has significant potential to increase fruit and vegetable exports to China via official channels, according to industry insiders. China, with a population of 1.4 billion, has an immense demand for tropical fruits, a key advantage for Việt Nam, which produces such fruits in large quantitiesContinue Reading
GERMANY: Labelling lone bananas as ‘sad singles’ compels buyers to reduce food waste
SOURCE: Lawrence MathesonRod & Minchin PA, Mirror Researchers have found that labelling lone bananas as “sad singles” pulls at shoppers’ heartstrings, boosting sales by over half. Retailers discovered that giving loose, unsold single bananas an emotional spin can drive customers to pick up the often-ignored fruit. By placing a signContinue Reading
PERU: Significant increase in mango exports in recent weeks
SOURCE: Fresh Fruit Portal During weeks 35 to 42, Peru experienced an increase in fresh mango exports, reaching 3.5 thousand tons with a revenue of US$8.2 million. This increase, which represents 239% in volume and 162% in value compared to the same period of the previous season, is attributed toContinue Reading
BRAZIL: Papaya exports going steady
SOURCE: Datamar News According to Comex Stat data, the volume of Brazil’s papaya exports remained stable in November 2024, with approximately 4,000 tons shipped abroad. Revenue from these exports also held steady compared to the previous month, totaling just over $5 million FOB (Free on Board). Annual Growth and RecordContinue Reading












