Japan has authorised imports of Peruvian grapes, a move that Peru’s Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism said will allow exports of 26 grape varieties, with a potential value of […]
Tue 25/04/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Japan Times
Japanese fruit imports have plummeted as a result of spiralling production and freight costs and a weak yen.
Tue 21/02/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Jcomp/Freepik
A weak yen has led to a reduction in imports of fruits from overseas. It has also put a dampener on the Philippine banana industry’s attempts to boost revenues from […]
Thu 27/10/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
Stockking/Freepik
Japan’s 2022/23 cherry production has recovered following last year’s frost-damaged campaign, while peach and nectarine production continues to expand. According to a USDA report, stone fruit consumption in the country […]
Tue 23/08/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
JCOMP/Freepik
A research team at Washington State University is assessing the viability of growing eight varieties of Higo Green melon, a variety traditionally unique to Japan, in the Pacific Northwest. The […]
Tue 23/08/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
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The Philippines’ banana producers are urging Japanese retailers to raise banana prices, due to the increasing burden of rising production and logistics costs. Last week, the Philippine embassy in Tokyo […]
Mon 13/06/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
Burger King Japan
Japan’s recent potato shortages have led fast food giants like McDonald’s and Mos Burger to suspend their sales of French fries, while Burger King Japan is now replacing fries with […]
Wed 25/05/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
Antonio Pronostico/European Union and CSO Italy
Despite weather problems limiting production, Mediterranean kiwi fruit continues to be appreciated all over the world thanks to its superior quality and taste. Funded by the EU, CSO Italy, and […]
Thu 27/01/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
The West Australian avocado sector has made new efforts to boost exports to Japan. The state government partnered with the local avocado industry through Hort Innovation, Avocados Australia and Austrade […]
Tue 25/01/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
Foodex Japan
Foodex Japan 2022 will take place from 8 to 11 March 2022, at the Makuhari Messe Event Hall, in Tokyo.
Wed 05/01/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
the japan times
Japan’s mandarin production continues to be hit by labour shortages and reduced consumption, according to a report by USDA. Shipping challenges and rising prices are also projected to reduce consumption […]
Mon 27/12/2021 by Richard Wilkinson
