Dole has added the Ataulfo mango to its Dole Exotic Selection range, offering it to retail, wholesale, and food service customers in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). Recognized for its golden-yellow skin, soft texture, and sweet taste with hints of peach and vanilla, the Ataulfo mango is now accessible in these regions. read more

Justin Chadwick, who has served as the chief executive of the Citrus Growers Association (CGA) for a long time, is retiring. read more

"The result was that apple shipments worth two weeks arrived simultaneously at multiple markets, leading to price fluctuations and logistical bottlenecks," said the leading exporter Tru-Cape Marketing. read more

Dr. Jerry Dlamini has something unique to show his agronomy students in South Africa: commercial potato fields managed using principles of continuously covered soil and minimal soil disturbance, except for the areas where tubers are planted. read more

An analysis by Hortoinfo of the three main tomato suppliers in the EU, Spain, the Netherlands, and Morocco, shows that Spain was the largest producer, the Netherlands was the biggest supplier outside the EU, and Morocco surpassed Spain in exports in the last two years between 2014 and 2023. read more

Partner organisations, such as scientists from CABI, the University of Abomey-Calavi in Benin, Exotic Green Enterprises in Zambia, and Twiga Chemical Industries in Kenya, came together to formally kick off a new project aimed at creating nature-based solutions for sustainable agriculture in Sub-Saharan Africa. Ms. Elena... read more

Konkurencyjna mapa międzynarodowego rynku czosnku zmienia się na korzyść Egiptu, który w tym sezonie zdobywa przewagę nad bezpośrednimi konkurentami dzięki zwiększonej powierzchni upraw i lepszemu sortowaniu. Tak twierdzi Mina Anthony, CEO firmy E2M. Według producenta, „Globalny rynek czosnku” read more

„There has been strong demand for different types of garlic from Egypt,” says Amro Yassin, an Egyptian produce exporter from Stars of Export. "The season for Egyptian green garlic began well, with demand requiring large quantities compared to the previous season. However, due to issues with the supply lines..." read more

The Morocco Tomato Conference (MTC) will take place on May 21, 2025, in Agadir, Morocco's hub for greenhouse agriculture, at the Palais des Congrès Les Dunes d'Or. This event, held under the patronage of the Interprofessional Federation of Fruits and Vegetables and the Chamber of Agriculture of read more

The second edition of Fruit Attraction São Paulo 2025 has concluded with a remarkable participation of countries from the Southern Cone, particularly Brazil, Chile, Argentina, and Uruguay, along with some European participants including Italy, Greece, Egypt, and the Netherlands. read more

The Morocco Tomato Conference (MTC) will be held on May 21, 2025, in Agadir, Morocco's center for greenhouse agriculture, at the Palais des Congrès Les Dunes d'Or. This event, organized under the auspices of the Interprofessional Federation of Fruits and Vegetables and the Chamber of Agriculture of read more

Since the 1980s, Morocco's horticulture value chain has expanded, impacting employment and the trade balance. The sector has created jobs in agricultural production and related services such as logistics and processing. Challenges such as climate change, quality standards, and foreign competition have also emerged. read more

The Egyptian table grape season is set to begin in early May, with early varieties cultivated in a consistent environment with stable acreage and mild weather conditions, as stated by Mohammed Ezzat, CEO of Green Nile. "The table grape acreage in Egypt has remained relatively stable, with... read more

South Africa's pome and stonefruit industries are getting ready to comply with the EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulations (PPWR), with the effective date set for 18 months from now. Historically, South Africa has used plastic packaging to maintain the fruits' optimal condition during transportation. read more

Kenya's horticultural sector plays a crucial role in its economy, accounting for 70% of the country's exports. Most of these products are shipped to the Netherlands, a major trading partner. Historically, air freight has been the main method of transporting these goods. However, read more

South Africa's gold kiwis have a very promising marketing opportunity, notes Malcolm Deacon. He cultivates gold kiwis, all of which are exported and packed under the Primland's Oscar Gold brand, on Gold Tree Farms in White River, Mpumalanga Province. Deacon is confident that Gold Tree Farms has the capacity to reach 360 tonnes. read more

Ethiopia is all set to host the 9th edition of HortiFlora Ethiopia from April 1–3, 2025, at Millennium Hall in Addis Ababa. Covering an exhibition space of 10,000 square meters, this event will gather industry leaders, investors, buyers, input suppliers, and logistics service providers from around the world. read more

Uganda Airlines has started a direct flight route from Entebbe International Airport to London Gatwick, which is anticipated to greatly boost the export of Ugandan agricultural products, especially bananas and vegetables, to the United Kingdom. The new service officially commences on read more

Among all the sources of agricultural technologies, Kenyan players predominantly depend on Indian technology across various equipment categories, as stated by Denis Karema, CEO of Soko Fresh. Karema elaborates on his company's activities: "At Soko Fresh, we focus on providing solar-powered cold rooms for." read more

In the last few weeks, fewer Moroccan cherry tomatoes have been reaching the European market. However, there is an abundance of volumes in Morocco, where growers are experiencing a production peak. Oumaima Ibnoutabet, Area Export Manager at ô Fresh, is explaining the situation. The exporter states, "March saw a slowdown in the distribution of our cherry tomatoes, but the production levels remain high in Morocco." read more