The Senegalese watermelon season began a few weeks ago, with lower yields than expected and a generally reduced supply in the European market due to the impact of weather conditions in South America. The Spanish season is also set to start in a few weeks. read more

The Moroccan avocado export campaign has come to an end, marking the conclusion of an "exceptional and very tough" season, according to Abdellah El Yamlahi, president of the Moroccan Avocado Association. Following the 2024/2025 season, when production and export volumes reached an all-time high. read more

Kenya's fresh produce sector, which is a significant source of rural livelihoods and foreign exchange, is currently experiencing challenges in exporting to the European Union (EU). This is due to compliance requirements, post-harvest inefficiencies, and regulatory changes impacting market access. The EU has imposed stricter pesticide regulations, which are contributing to these difficulties. read more

The end of Ramadan has increased the activity at Egyptian farms and packing houses, which are currently busy fulfilling and shipping orders in preparation for the Eid vacations. The demand for Egyptian oranges remains high in various markets, but the sector is also encountering significant challenges, described by Ahmed as a "crisis." read more

South Africa is aiming to develop a pistachio sector with an annual output of up to 60,000 tons and a 5 to 8 percent share of the global market within the next decade. The country could rank among the top six or seven producers worldwide. These plans were outlined at a growers conference. read more

Joachim Prinsloo of Sunreaped has noticed that it has been a great season for ginger in South Africa this summer. Despite heavy rainfall affecting road conditions, he has observed that ginger seems to be more extensively cultivated this season in the production areas he has travelled to. Joachim farms ginger in Kiepersol, Mpumalanga. read more

The Egyptian bell pepper season is taking place from December 2025 to the end of May, with increasing demand, even in markets that have not traditionally focused on Egyptian peppers. This information comes from Mohamed Awwad, CEO of Al Awwad for Import and Export. The exporter also highlights production deficits. read more

Wzrost eksportu bananów z Kamerunu w styczniu 2026 roku był wspierany przez większą produkcję i bardziej skoncentrowaną strukturę rynkową. Eksport osiągnął 27 674 ton w ciągu miesiąca, o 7 324 tony więcej niż w tym samym okresie rok wcześniej, co stanowi wzrost o 36 procent, według danych z Kamerunu. read more

Africa exported around 430,000 tons of avocados in 2025, with total volumes increasing by 16.7 percent, as reported by the FAO Tropical Fruits Market Review. The growth was fueled by demand in Europe, the Middle East, and parts of Asia, as well as changes in logistics and market access. Morocco read more

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Po słabym występie Portu w Kapsztadzie podczas tegorocznych sezonów eksportu owoców pestkowych, winogron oraz jabłek i gruszek, eksporterzy zastanawiają się, czy najnowsze oświadczenia rządu dotyczące reformy kolejnictwa i logistyki zmienią cokolwiek.

After the poor performance of the Port of Cape Town during this year's stonefruit, table grape, and apple and pear export seasons, exporters are wondering if the latest statements from the government regarding its plans for rail and logistics reform will change anything. read more

South African fruit exporters are rerouting shipments that were originally intended for the Middle East to other markets such as the United Kingdom and Europe due to disruptions caused by the US-Israel conflict with Iran. Terry Gale, the chairperson of the company, stated that this change in trade flows is necessary to navigate the current challenges. read more

Even though the official start date of Kenya's avocado export season has not been determined yet, there are already exceptional exports taking place. These exports are vital for market testing, especially with the ongoing conflict in the Middle East causing logistical complications that could potentially disrupt the East African season. read more

The Namibian government has expressed worries about the growing fruit fly problem in the country's horticultural sector, especially in the export-focused table grape industry along the Orange River. The alert was raised by James Nzhengwa, deputy director in the agricultural directorate. read more

According to EastFruit, Egypt has strengthened its presence in the German sweet potato import market, surpassing competitors like the United States, China, Spain, and the Netherlands. In 2025, Germany imported 16,100 tons of sweet potatoes from Egypt, amounting to over €18 million (US$19.4 million). read more

Ethiopian Airlines has announced that it will resume its direct passenger service between Addis Ababa and Atlanta starting May 21, 2026. This follows a temporary interruption of the route since February 2026. The resumption restores an important connection between Africa and the United States. read more

Popyt konsumentów na lawendę nadal rośnie, a Monrovia oferuje sposób na maksymalizację popularności tego byliny poprzez obchody Tygodnia Lawendy od 11 do 17 maja. "Stworzyliśmy Tydzień Lawendy jako sposób na pomoc naszym klientom w kontynuowaniu dynamiki ogrodniczej po Dniu Matki" - mówi Katie Tamony, CMO. read more

Egypt has firmly established itself as the dominant player in Germany’s sweet potato market, surpassing traditional suppliers including the United States, China, Spain, and the Netherlands, according to EastFruit. Germany imported 16,100 tons of Egyptian sweet potatoes in 2025, valued at more. read more

A pilot shipment of avocados from Zambia is being exported through Walvis Bay in Namibia to Europe, as part of efforts to develop alternative logistics routes. The shipment, handled by Transworld Cargo, includes 24 tons of avocados transported in a controlled atmosphere container. read more