Terra Company, a company specializing in the import of tropical fruits from West Africa (mangoes, pineapples, dried fruits and soon, coconuts), is starting the mango campaign from Ivory Coast, a little later than usual. "We are looking forward to this new campaign, which starts with mangoes
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Scabiosa Virtuoso® Saura, developed by breeding company HilverdaFlorist, is now available at grower Marginpar. After signing an exclusive licensing agreement in July last year, the first flowers will soon be harvested from Marginpar's fields in Kenya. From this moment on, the colorful read more

Scabiosa Virtuoso® Saura, developed by breeding company HilverdaFlorist, is now available at grower Marginpar. After signing an exclusive licensing agreement in July last year, the first flowers will soon be harvested from Marginpar's fields in Kenya. From this moment on, the colorful Scabiosa Virtuoso® Saura will be in full bloom and ready for distribution. read more

WinField United South Africa has announced the appointment of AJ Griesel as the Managing Director for InteliGro Crop Solutions. He will begin his role on June 1, 2024. Previously, Griesel served as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the South African Table Grape Industry and is experienced in operational management. read more

A.P. Moller - Maersk A/S is challenging the selection process carried out by South Africa's Transnet for a partnership aimed at improving the largest container port in sub-Saharan Africa. The dispute arose after International Container Terminal Services was selected to acquire a substantial stake in Durban's port. read more

In 2023, Morocco showed a strong growth in its export revenue in the fresh vegetable sector, despite a decrease in the physical volume of exports. According to EastFruit's analysis, vegetable exports generated nearly $1.6 billion for the country, marking a 12% increase from the previous year. read more

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More and more people are eating nuts. Their health benefits have made them super popular during the pandemic, and that popularity has not waned since then. Fréderic Bostyn, however, noticed that there was still a significant preference for peanuts or cocktail nuts. He thought that this could, and had to, change. read more

Plastic is the ideal material for flower sleeves, as long as it is recycled properly. While recycling can be a challenge, Paardenkooper has successfully done so with its Recy® and Recy® Clear flower sleeves. Wim Ammerlaan of Rosa Plaza, a rose grower based in the Netherlands and Ethiopia, is one of. read more

In 2023, Morocco experienced a significant growth in export earnings in the fresh vegetable sector, despite a decrease in the physical volume of exports. According to EastFruit's analysis, the country earned nearly $1.6 billion from vegetable exports, representing a 12% increase from the previous year. read more

At the FRESKON International Trade Show for Fruit & Vegetables, organized by TIF-HELEXPO, there are 201 direct exhibitors from 15 countries participating (Italy, Spain, France, Netherlands, Turkey, Bulgaria, New Zealand, China, Burundi, Albania, Croatia, Cyprus, Moldova, Poland). read more

At the FRESKON International Trade Show for Fruit & Vegetables organized by TIF-HELEXPO, there are 201 direct exhibitors from 15 countries participating (Italy, Spain, France, Netherlands, Turkey, Bulgaria, New Zealand, China, Burundi, Albania, Croatia, Cyprus, Moldova, Poland). read more

W Ugandzie ziemniaki odgrywają kluczową rolę w zapewnieniu bezpieczeństwa żywnościowego oraz stabilności ekonomicznej dla gospodarstw rolnych. Tradycyjnie, ugandyjscy rolnicy uprawiali lokalne odmiany ziemniaków, jednak rośnie zainteresowanie odmianami holenderskimi ze względu na ich przydatność do przetwarzania na produkty takie jak frytki. read more

W Ugandzie ziemniaki są kluczowe dla bezpieczeństwa żywnościowego i stabilności ekonomicznej wśród gospodarstw rolnych. Tradycyjnie ugandyjscy rolnicy uprawiali lokalne odmiany ziemniaków, ale rośnie zainteresowanie holenderskimi odmianami ze względu na ich odpowiednie właściwości do przetwarzania na produkty takie jak frytki. read more

Popyt na małe owoce nadal rośnie we Francji, ale krajowe dostawy są zbyt niskie, by zaspokoić ten popyt (większość czerwonych owoców spożywanych we Francji jest importowana). Producenci Prince de Bretagne, którzy już uprawiają truskawki, postanowili dodać maliny i borówki do swojego katalogu. read more

South Africa: Checkers opens five supermarkets in the East Rand in one day

On Monday, April 8, 2024, Checkers opened five new supermarkets in Gauteng's East Rand. These new stores provide customers with a convenient shopping experience and access to various in-store fresh food departments. read more

The Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has improved its cold-chain logistics in South Africa by introducing a new weekly direct service from the Port of Port Elizabeth to the Mediterranean and Montreal. This service, known as the Eastern Cape Citrus Service, will make use of MSC's network and include a stop at Las Palmas. read more

South Africa: Checkers opens five supermarkets in the East Rand in one day

On Monday, April 8, 2024, Checkers opened five new supermarkets in Gauteng's East Rand. These new stores provide customers with a convenient shopping experience and access to various in-store fresh food departments. read more

Storm Nelson, which hit the Iberian Peninsula this past Easter, has made a significant contribution to replenishing Andalusia's water reserves, thereby improving the prospects for the upcoming irrigation campaign, as far as water allocations are concerned. However, in the province of Huelva, the
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How to export fruits and vegetables to Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan from Morocco and Egypt. read more

Unique opportunity for fruit and vegetable exporters from Egypt and Morocco! FAO/EBRD Project: Food Security Package SEMED – Diversifying and adding value to export markets invites companies interested in opening up new markets for their produce to participate in the trade mission to
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