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Agricultural export volumes from Egypt reached approximately 3.7 million tons since the start of 2026, according to figures from the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation. Data compiled by the Central Administration of Agricultural Quarantine showed citrus accounting for the largest export… read more

Producing dried figs, which used to be a popular product in the Moroccan market, has decreased in recent years due to climatic and industry-specific reasons. Local Moroccan figs have been increasingly substituted by Turkish figs, particularly in the retail industry. Mohamed Ezzaam, a grower and processor, is one of those who have been affected by this trend. read more

The Philippines imported a record of US$1.90 billion worth of agricultural products in March, according to data from the Philippine Statistics Authority. This figure represented a 10.8% increase from US$1.71 billion in the same month last year. Agricultural imports made up 72.3% of the total imports. read more

The Bonduelle Group's sales for Quarter 3 of fiscal year 2025-2026 reached 527.1 million euros, showing a +1.5% increase on a like-for-like basis* and a -0.4% decrease in reported figures compared to the previous fiscal year. This decline is attributed to an adverse exchange rate effect on the U.S. dollar. read more

The Citrus Growers' Association of Southern Africa (CGA) has released its late Mandarin export estimate for the 2026 season, confirming that there is stability in production in the category. Overall, the numbers show a slight decrease compared to last year's late Mandarin export figures. read more

Another night with significant temperature drops is behind us - the situation on many blueberry plantations is very difficult. Both growers and the plants themselves are tired of fighting against frosts. The extent of damage depends on

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Precise production and export figures for chayote from different origins are difficult to obtain, as there is no specific HS or SITC code for this vegetable, which is native to Central America. However, it is undisputed that Costa Rica has emerged as one of the world's top chayote producers. read more

Ghana reported a 559 per cent increase in yam export earnings in 2025, with part of the increase linked to a data reconciliation process conducted by the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) and the Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters (FAGE). The updated figures were presented in. read more

The banana is the most loved and consumed fruit by Italians, present on every table: according to a 2025 analysis of grocery store carts, it is purchased by 86% of families, a figure that has no equivalent in the fruit and vegetable department. read more

To jest walka, ale firma Gurra Downs Date Company nadal posuwa się naprzód, wybijając sobie miejsce na rynku zdominowanym przez znacznie tańsze importowane owoce. Dla Dave'a Reilly'ego wyzwanie zaczyna się od skali. Globalnie przemysł daktylowy produkuje rocznie około dziewięciu milionów ton, przy znaczącej przewadze tańszych importowanych owoców. read more

More than a hundred prominent figures from the European and international fresh produce industry have gathered in Sicily this week to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the industry association Freshfel Europe. This gathering comes at a time when there is geopolitical instability, economic uncertainty, climate concerns, and... read more

Asaja Alicante provides an update on the upcoming medlar season in Callosa d'en Sarrià, which has Protected Designation of Origin status. Early estimates suggest production of approximately 10,000 tons, slightly exceeding last year's figures, underscoring the crop's significance to the Marina region. read more

His visit to China, which was the first official visit by a Spanish President in 13 years, aimed to strengthen economic and trade ties between the two countries. The agreements signed will facilitate the export of Spanish agricultural products to the Chinese market, providing new opportunities for Spanish producers. read more

ANIA - National Association of Insurance Companies - and AGEA - Agency for Agricultural Payments - are starting a collaboration to strengthen the fight against fraud in the agricultural sector and in insurance risk management. The goal is to create a more efficient system. read more

As of April 2026, the Mediterranean agricultural basin is operating under a regime of high-cost volatility and aggressive state intervention. The region remains the linchpin of the European fresh produce supply chain, yet the strategic landscape is defined by a widening chasm between domestic price stabilization and export-driven growth. read more