International Trends
Rail Revitalisation: Overberg Business Case to Unlock Grain Export Potential
The Western Cape Government has unveiled the initial findings of the Overberg Rail Business Case, marking a decisive step toward...
South African stone fruit gallops into the Year of the Horse
The starting gates have flung open, and there's no shortage of potential Chinese buyers looking for South Africa's stonefruit. The...
Preparing European suppliers for long term entry into India
As Horti India Expo 2026 approaches (12–14 March, New Delhi), East-West Trade & Consulting is preparing a focused horticulture trade...
EU potato market considers acreage cuts for 2026/27 balance
The 2025/26 EU potato season is characterised by oversupply, placing pressure on market dynamics as participants look ahead to 2026/27....
The temporary Gambian import ban exposes onion production gaps
The government of The Gambia has announced a temporary restriction on the importation of potatoes and onions, stating that the...
Tasmanian apricot output halves at Lowdina Orchard after light season
Lowdina Orchard in Tasmania, Australia, has reported a reduced apricot crop for the second consecutive season. Owner Ian Newnham said...
High tariffs deprive Mauritanian exporters of strong Moroccan demand for watermelons
The Mauritanian watermelon season has begun as European demand is boosted by the arrival of Ramadan. However, Mauritanian exporters still...
Bangladesh expands Bogura green chili exports to Gulf and Asia
Bangladesh is expanding green chili exports from the Bogura district, following India's withdrawal from several Middle Eastern destinations. Exporters report...
Costa Rica recovers banana volumes, however, supermarkets continue to keep prices very low
After a complex 2025 marked by climate impacts and reduced volumes, Costa Rica's banana sector is showing signs of recovery,...
Fixed customs rate of $90 per tonne offered for Turkmen tomato imports into Russia
Russian customs broker Arsenal LLC has announced that it will maintain a fixed rate of USD 90 per tonne...