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South African fresh produce exporters are hoping for adjustments to US tariffs before the start of the new season.
2025-09-24 20:00
South African fresh produce exporters to the US still hope that adjustments will be made to the trade tariffs imposed on their fruit before the new season begins.
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Fawakih sees potential in the Asian market for Kenyan avocados.
2025-09-24 16:00
Dla kenijskiego eksportera świeżych produktów rolnych Fawakih Import and Export, rosnące zapotrzebowanie Azji na awokado otwiera nowe możliwości, a dyrektor zarządzający El’miqdad Hassan Nandwa jest optymistyczny co do potencjału regionu.
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The Summer Berry Company (TSBC), a UK-based integrated berry supplier, will be announcing a new joint venture with Southern Cross Marketing & Management (Southern Group) at this month's Fruit Attraction event. Southern Group is a leader in grapes and dates in the Southern Hemisphere.
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Morocco has reached a significant achievement in the growth of its cucumber exports, as shipments to Spain surpassed $20 million in a single season for the first time. According to EastFruit, Morocco exported 18,200 tonnes of cucumbers to Spain between July 2024 and June 2025, generating $21.1 million.
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W grudniu 2025 roku, projekt prowadzony przez FAO/EBRD zorganizuje misję dla egipskich eksporterów owoców i warzyw do Azji Południowo-Wschodniej. Inicjatywa ma na celu połączenie Egiptu, jednego z globalnych liderów w segmencie świeżych i mrożonych produktów rolnych, z Azją Południowo-Wschodnią, jednym z niewielu regionów świata, które...
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The Algerian Deglet Nour season is about to start.
2025-09-24 00:00
Algerian Deglet Nour dates are now available on the market. "This season shows a notable improvement from the last one, both in terms of quantity and quality," says Ahmed Mayof, an Algerian exporter. Mayof attributes the difference between the two seasons to climatic conditions.
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Moroccan avocado growers aim to produce large-sized fruit.
2025-09-24 00:00
The avocado production season in Morocco is advancing smoothly with favorable weather conditions, after experiencing significant losses from heatwaves in June and August. Although estimates of the losses differ among experts, the current focus is on achieving a high percentage of large fruits to improve commercial...
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"It's no longer about competing with growers or other breeding programs: the opportunity is simply that big."
2025-09-24 00:00
With the demand for blueberries increasing year-round and the supply still struggling to keep up, breeding company Fall Creek sees an unprecedented opportunity for growth. Strategic timing of harvests in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia could help bridge the annual supply gap, while introducing new high-performing varieties.
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Tygodniem Afrykańskim w Veiling Rhein-Maas
2025-09-24 00:00
From October 6 to 9, 2025, the foyer in Straelen-Herongen will be transformed into a vibrant showcase of African flowers. Each day from 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (Thursday until 12:00 p.m.), visitors can discover a colorful presentation featuring the latest assortment from African rose.
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Business 20 group warns of constrained economic outlook as South African citrus industry navigates trade challenges
2025-09-23 10:00
The influential G20 engagement group Business 20 (B20) has emphasized that the global trade environment has become increasingly difficult due to geopolitical tensions.
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South African fresh produce exporters are hoping for adjustments to US tariffs before the start of the new season.
2025-09-24 20:00
South African fresh produce exporters to the US still hope that adjustments will be made to the trade tariffs imposed on their fruit before the new season begins.
read more
Fawakih sees potential in the Asian market for Kenyan avocados.
2025-09-24 16:00
Dla kenijskiego eksportera świeżych produktów rolnych Fawakih Import and Export, rosnące zapotrzebowanie Azji na awokado otwiera nowe możliwości, a dyrektor zarządzający El’miqdad Hassan Nandwa jest optymistyczny co do potencjału regionu.
read more
The Summer Berry Company (TSBC), a UK-based integrated berry supplier, will be announcing a new joint venture with Southern Cross Marketing & Management (Southern Group) at this month's Fruit Attraction event. Southern Group is a leader in grapes and dates in the Southern Hemisphere.
read more
Morocco has reached a significant achievement in the growth of its cucumber exports, as shipments to Spain surpassed $20 million in a single season for the first time. According to EastFruit, Morocco exported 18,200 tonnes of cucumbers to Spain between July 2024 and June 2025, generating $21.1 million.
read more
W grudniu 2025 roku, projekt prowadzony przez FAO/EBRD zorganizuje misję dla egipskich eksporterów owoców i warzyw do Azji Południowo-Wschodniej. Inicjatywa ma na celu połączenie Egiptu, jednego z globalnych liderów w segmencie świeżych i mrożonych produktów rolnych, z Azją Południowo-Wschodnią, jednym z niewielu regionów świata, które...
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The Algerian Deglet Nour season is about to start.
2025-09-24 00:00
Algerian Deglet Nour dates are now available on the market. "This season shows a notable improvement from the last one, both in terms of quantity and quality," says Ahmed Mayof, an Algerian exporter. Mayof attributes the difference between the two seasons to climatic conditions.
read more
Moroccan avocado growers aim to produce large-sized fruit.
2025-09-24 00:00
The avocado production season in Morocco is advancing smoothly with favorable weather conditions, after experiencing significant losses from heatwaves in June and August. Although estimates of the losses differ among experts, the current focus is on achieving a high percentage of large fruits to improve commercial...
read more
"It's no longer about competing with growers or other breeding programs: the opportunity is simply that big."
2025-09-24 00:00
With the demand for blueberries increasing year-round and the supply still struggling to keep up, breeding company Fall Creek sees an unprecedented opportunity for growth. Strategic timing of harvests in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia could help bridge the annual supply gap, while introducing new high-performing varieties.
read more
Tygodniem Afrykańskim w Veiling Rhein-Maas
2025-09-24 00:00
From October 6 to 9, 2025, the foyer in Straelen-Herongen will be transformed into a vibrant showcase of African flowers. Each day from 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (Thursday until 12:00 p.m.), visitors can discover a colorful presentation featuring the latest assortment from African rose.
read more
Business 20 group warns of constrained economic outlook as South African citrus industry navigates trade challenges
2025-09-23 10:00
The influential G20 engagement group Business 20 (B20) has emphasized that the global trade environment has become increasingly difficult due to geopolitical tensions.
read more
Southern Africa is getting ready for the grape harvest in 2024/25.
2025-09-23 00:00
The table grape sector in Southern Africa is getting ready for the 2024/25 export season after experiencing a record crop last year. Growers in Namibia and South Africa have reported steady vineyard growth, and the harvest is set to commence in the next few weeks. Early harvesting is expected in Namibia.
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Expansion in Morocco for Den Berk Délice
2025-09-23 00:00
In 2024, Den Berk Délice constructed its initial greenhouse in Agadir, spanning 12.8 hectares. This year, they are expanding with an additional 17 hectares, increasing their Moroccan acreage to a total of 30 hectares. The Belgian greenhouse grower is currently benefitting from its global expansion efforts, with a new venture.
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The rare palm tree has reached maturity in the UK.
2025-09-23 00:00
A rare and endangered palm in the Eden Project's Rainforest Biome has produced its first mature leaf - believed to be the largest of its kind in the UK. Lodoicea maldivica, more commonly known as coco de mer, is native to the islands of Praslin and Curieuse in the Seychelles and is famous for its unique double coconut.
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Ghana is looking to expand its horticulture market.
2025-09-23 00:00
The Registrar-General of Ghana has encouraged local entrepreneurs to develop the country's small-scale horticulture industry into a billion-euro export hub, pointing to successful examples from Kenya and the Netherlands as evidence of the sector's significant economic opportunities. Speaking at the inauguration of
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The European Union has placed a ban on mangoes from Mali.
2025-09-23 00:00
W zeszłym sezonie eksport mangów z Mali do Unii Europejskiej charakteryzował się stałą objętością, która była wyższa niż w przypadku innych regionów Afryki Zachodniej. Niemniej jednak, odnotowano znaczną liczbę przechwycień i alertów fitosanitarnych, przekraczając pięćdziesiąt przesyłek. W odpowiedzi, Europejska
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South Africa's agricultural exports to the United States increased by 26% in the second quarter.
2025-09-23 00:00
Wzrost eksportu rolniczego z RPA do Stanów Zjednoczonych wyniósł 26% w drugim kwartale 2025 roku w porównaniu do analogicznego okresu zeszłego roku, osiągając wartość 161 milionów dolarów. Niektórzy eksporterzy wydają się skorzystali z 90-dniowej przerwy w wyższych cełach i wysłali większe ilości niż zwykle podczas.
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Cape Town upgrades raise hopes for smoother grape exports
2025-09-23 00:00
The table grape sector in Southern Africa is getting ready for the 2024/25 export season after experiencing a record crop last year. Growers in Namibia and South Africa have reported stable vineyard development, and the harvest is expected to start in the next few weeks. Early harvesting is already underway in Namibia.
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Kenya has launched an academy with the aim of enhancing the export of fresh produce.
2025-09-23 00:00
As Kenya aims to increase its exports of fresh produce and horticultural products, maintaining high quality is crucial for entering international markets. However, a lack of specialized training institutions in this sector has been a challenge. To tackle this issue, the Fresh Produce Consortium of Kenya is working on...
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"Udało nam się sprzedać większe ilości awokado z Peru tego lata"
2025-09-23 00:00
The UK importer Worldwide Fruit is currently in the final stages of avocado supply from Peru and South Africa. "The production in Peru has been increasing significantly year on year. According to Fresh Cargo Peru, export volumes from weeks 1 to 36 in 2025 increased by 29%," said Mark Everett.
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This year, an interesting implementation project has been started at Malinowy Factory's headquarters, aimed at testing new methods of fertilizing and feeding raspberries compared to the standard practice of using multicomponent fertilizers. Compo Expert is introducing these new methods to the market.
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