New Zealand: South African plant Cape Tulip, toxic to humans and livestock, set to bloom
2024-05-13 00:00
Farmers and enthusiastic gardeners are being encouraged to watch out for a poisonous invasive plant that will flower in June. Originating from South Africa, Cape Tulip, with its unique salmon pink flowers and yellow center, is harmful to both humans and animals. This plant has been present in Aotearoa since the 1940s.
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Focus on Dominican Republic mango, new frontiers in rootstocks, the value chain of varietal innovation in fruit growing, business opportunities with Namibia, supply chain agreements in the herbal sector. There are many events also on the last day of Macfrut (10th).
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Locally-grown green kiwis are gaining popularity in South Africa while waiting for the latest shipment from Europe.
2024-05-13 00:00
The kiwi shortage that South Africa and its neighbors are currently experiencing could soon be resolved when Chilean kiwis are granted import approval. The industry expects this approval to happen within the next six months to a year. In the meantime, kiwis from the Eastern Cape are available in Johannesburg municipal markets.
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CBS is now widespread in Tunisia, according to a new study.
2024-05-10 14:00
Spain’s Citrus Management Committee (CGC) has released a statement asserting that a recent study, which reveals the spread of Citrus Black Spot in Tunisia's citrus-growing regions, contradicts South Africa's claims that the disease cannot adapt to the Mediterranean climate.
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The Kenyan avocado industry is looking to enhance collaboration with China to increase its exports.
2024-05-10 00:00
Kenya, a major avocado producer in Africa, is seeking to enhance collaboration with China in order to comply with the strict food safety regulations necessary for the Chinese market. This effort was emphasized by Muthomi Ernest, CEO of the Avocado Society of Kenya, during the 4th International Africa
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"Run your business like you are going to run it for 100 years"
2024-05-10 00:00
Angus Soft Fruits, previously a small farming venture with three growers in the East of Scotland, is now marking its 30th anniversary. The company has expanded its operations with growers and partners in England, Spain, Morocco, and Chile, along with a breeding program located in Evesham. The primary berries cultivated by the company are...
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Al Syed Group and MG Agri Foods have partnered to facilitate $15 million in exports.
2024-05-10 00:00
Two Pakistani businesses, Al Syed Group of Companies and Mahmood Group of Industries, have joined forces through their company MG Agri Foods to promote Pakistani products internationally, with a focus on Europe, the GCC region, and Africa. Al Syed Group, based in the UAE, has operations in 13 countries.
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CBS (Citrus Black Spot) is spreading and causing damage in all citrus-growing areas in Tunisia.
2024-05-10 00:00
W 2019 roku, po wykryciu obecności Plamistości Cytrusowej (Citrus Black Spot - CBS lub Phyllosticta citricarpa) w siedmiu importowanych przesyłkach cytrusów z Tunezji w europejskich portach w ciągu zaledwie dwóch miesięcy, władze tunezyjskie potwierdziły obecność tej choroby po raz pierwszy na północnym wschodzie.
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South Africa's 2024 citrus season has begun slowly but continues to maintain a good spread between markets.
2024-05-10 00:00
Erik van Zyl, export manager at Cape Five Export, mentioned that the South African 2024 citrus harvest began slowly. He stated, "The packing dates started later in the North compared to last year. In the Western Cape, the packing dates are on schedule. Internal quality looks good."
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CBS (Citrus Black Spot) is spreading and causing damage in all citrus-growing regions in Tunisia.
2024-05-10 00:00
W 2019 roku po wykryciu obecności Plamistości Czarnej Cytrusów (CBS lub Phyllosticta citricarpa) w siedmiu importowanych przesyłkach cytrusów z Tunezji w europejskich portach w ciągu zaledwie dwóch miesięcy, władze tunezyjskie potwierdziły obecność choroby po raz pierwszy na północnym-wschodzie kraju.
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The 'Black Spot' causes damage in citrus-growing areas of Tunisia.
2024-05-10 00:00
In 2019, after detecting the presence of Citrus Black Spot (CBS or Phyllosticta citricarpa) in up to seven shipments of Tunisian citrus fruits in European ports within just two months, authorities confirmed its presence for the first time.
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Australia, Chile, and South Africa are the countries leading the way in the growth of Kissabel® apples from the Southern Hemisphere. The harvesting of these apples, which have colored flesh ranging from pink to deep red, began between February and April in the southern region, signaling a promising start.
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South Africa's 2024 citrus season has started slowly but continues to maintain a good spread between markets.
2024-05-10 00:00
Erik van Zyl, export manager at Cape Five Export, mentioned that the South African 2024 citrus harvest began slowly. He stated, "The packing dates started later in the North compared to last year. In the Western Cape, the packing dates are in line. Internal quality looks good." He also mentioned that they have a good crop.
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The 'black spot' causes damage in citrus areas in Tunisia.
2024-05-10 00:00
In 2019, after detecting the presence of Citrus Black Spot (CBS or Phyllosticta citricarpa) in European ports in just two months and in up to seven shipments of Tunisian citrus fruits, authorities confirmed its presence for the first time.
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Kissabel apples are in season in the Southern Hemisphere during the period of growth.
2024-05-10 00:00
Australia, Chile, and South Africa are leading the way in the growth of Kissabel® apples from the Southern Hemisphere. The harvesting of these apples with colored flesh, ranging from pink to deep red, began between February and April in the southern region, signaling a significant milestone.
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"Run your business like you are going to run it for 100 years."
2024-05-10 00:00
Angus Soft Fruits, which started as a small farming operation with three growers in East Scotland, is now marking its 30th anniversary. The company has expanded its operations to include growers and growing partners in England, Spain, Morocco, and Chile, as well as a breeding program located in Evesham. The primary berries grown by the company are...
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The Kenyan avocado industry is looking to enhance collaboration with China in order to increase its export market.
2024-05-10 00:00
Kenya, a major avocado producer in Africa, is seeking to enhance collaboration with China in order to meet the strict food safety standards necessary for the Chinese market. This effort was emphasized by Muthomi Ernest, CEO of the Avocado Society of Kenya, during the 4th International Africa
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Pals offers resources to help transform South Africa.
2024-05-08 14:00
Since 2014, Partners in Agri Land Solutions (PALS) has been actively addressing South Africa's land reform challenges in a practical, merit-based, and honest way that promotes economic growth, job creation, food security, stewardship, and social harmony.
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Kissabel is experiencing growth in the Southern Hemisphere.
2024-05-08 14:00
Australia, Chile, and South Africa are leading the way in the growth of Kissabel apples from the Southern Hemisphere, according to the apple brand. Harvesting of these apples, with flesh ranging in color from pink to deep red, began between February and April in the South, signaling a.
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Zahra Food Industries is empowering refugees in Uganda by providing them with new cereal bars.
2024-05-08 13:00
Ugandan agri-processor Zahra Food Industries has introduced cereal bars made with ingredients obtained from refugee communities.
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