S. Korea’s kimchi imports hit new high in 2022
The on-year growth rate was the highest since the 53.8 percent surge recorded in 2010.
Agriculture
India may keep lid on sugar exports
India had exported a record 11 million tonnes in the previous season, but has only allowed sugar mills to export only 6.1 million tonnes in the current season so far.
Bird’s nest farm registrations low as China exports eyed
Cambodian-made edible bird’s nests are not only sold domestically, but also exported to bordering countries, reaching the Chinese market via Vietnam.
Young entrepreneur turns dragon fruit struggles into successful business
From the success of naturally fermented dragon fruit juice, 31-year-old Tran Thi Kim Linh continues to research and has 13 other products made from dragon fruit such as wine,…
Cakes, pastries to cost more as egg prices rise
Since 2022, the Marcos administration has been struggling to keep down food prices and ensuring an adequate supply of some key commodities, including red onions and sugar.
Roots keep leaf lettuce alive, bringing the farm to the table
As the product is sold in a pot that contains water and nutrients, it stays fresh longer than ordinary lettuce.
Philippines ‘forced to import’ onions due to insufficient local supply: Marcos
Philippines ‘forced to import’ onions due to insufficient local supply: Marcos
Onions, other veggies from abroad need clearances, Filipino travelers warned
“This is to safeguard and prevent the spread of plant pests in the Philippines,” the Bureau of Customs said in a statement.
China’s reopening lifts Thai export sector but recovery is fragile: experts
Thai exports of durians, among others would be affected if Beijing reimposes lockdown measures, the Trade Policy and Strategy Officer director stated.
Agriculture an important pillar of the economy: PM
Agro-forestry-fishery exports reached US$53.22 billion, up 9.3 per cent from a year earlier in 2022 that resulted in a trade surplus of over $8.5 billion.