Egypt has strengthened its presence in the garlic market in Italy, with exports growing by 55 percent in 2025 to reach a record level, as reported by EastFruit. Data from Italy's National Institute of Statistics indicates that Italy imported 2,750 tons of Egyptian garlic, with a total value exceeding €4.5 million. read more

Nigeria's potato sector is being prepared for growth through increased collaboration between the government and private investors. Dr. Olufemi Oladunni, Chief Executive of the Agricultural and Rural Management Training Institute, emphasized that working together is necessary to enhance productivity and boost yields. read more

Solomon Mumbi, CEO of Kenyan avocado exporter Avohass, stated that it is a positive season for Kenyan avocados so far. He mentioned that the current avocado season in Kenya is progressing well overall, with a steady supply of good-quality fruit. Mumbi also noted that there are strong volumes, especially for Hass avocados, and emphasized the good quality of the produce. read more

Nie jest rzadkością, że ziemniaki i marchew wymagają specjalistycznego sprzętu do usuwania kamieni i ziemi z ich bulw i korzeni. Szczególnie dotyczy to pewnych regionów we Włoszech i określonych rodzajów gleby. Aby maksymalizować jakość produktu i plon, zakład Apofruit w Altedo w Bolonii we Włoszech, read more

In the 'Enrosadira' variety quarters managed as part of the Malinowe Factory project, a lot is happening during the summer harvest. The plantation, established in mid-April last year, has weathered the winter relatively well, although - as is the case every year - it has not been without damage to the bundles. read more

Ain Sokhna Port handles approximately 60 percent of Egypt's citrus shipments, contributing to the country's status as one of the leading global exporters. The port links Egyptian production regions to markets in the Gulf, India, and the Far East, facilitated by cold chain infrastructure for transporting perishable goods. read more

Morocco has stopped exporting tomatoes to European and African markets due to a rise in domestic prices to nearly 15 dirhams per kilogram (US$1.50 per kg), as reported by a trade source to Hespress. This decision is intended to boost local supply and reduce pressure on consumers. The source mentioned that... read more

The eruption of the USA-Israel-Iran conflict on 28 February 2026 has profoundly reshaped the security landscape of the Middle East and the Gulf region, as written by Mekonnen Solomon, a former Director of Horticultural Investment at the Ministry of Agriculture in Ethiopia. read more

Po dwóch miesiącach eksportu cytryn, blisko 4,5 miliona kartonów o wadze 15 kg zostało sprawdzonych przed wysłaniem: na północy zbieranie cytryn było często przerywane przez deszcz, co początkowo wydawało się niewielkim błogosławieństwem, kiedy wybuchła wojna. Obecne zawieszenie broni jest uważnie obserwowane.

After two months of lemon exports, close to 4.5 million 15kg cartons have been inspected for shipping: in the north, lemon harvesting was frequently interrupted by rain, which, initially, seemed a slight blessing in disguise when the war first broke out. The current ceasefire is watched avidly. read more

"We have the confidence to 100% guarantee our clients' delivery, barring force majeure," begins Wim Kleinjan, CEO of Fruity Pack. That is because of the new strategy this Dutch fruit and vegetable processor implemented after the COVID-19 pandemic. Wim explains that the restrictive measures read more

W tym roku sezon eksportu cytrusów z Egiptu do Azji przyniósł mieszane rezultaty, kształtowane przez zarówno globalną dynamikę rynkową, jak i wyzwania geopolityczne. Podczas gdy ceny na miejscu pochodzenia były bardziej stabilne w porównaniu z poprzednim sezonem, eksporterzy borykają się ze zwiększającym się naciskiem spowodowanym wzrostem kosztów logistycznych i słabnącymi

The Egyptian citrus export season to Asia has seen mixed results this year, shaped by both global market dynamics and geopolitical challenges. While pricing at origin has been more stable compared to last season, exporters are facing increasing pressure from rising logistics costs and weak read more

Carrefour is now launching in Guinea and Nigeria. Carrefour continues its expansion in Africa by signing franchise agreements with local partners in these two countries. The French group's goal is to become the largest food retailer in Africa. read more

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Banana prices experienced a slight decrease this week in most regions, with reductions observed in both ACP and dollar categories. In terms of specific origins, bananas from Belize averaged £0.99/kg, down from £1.02/kg last week, representing a decrease of £-0.03 (-3%). Cameroon also displayed a similar trend. read more

Według danych opublikowanych przez Narodową Radę ds. Marketingu Rolnego, światowa produkcja pomidorów przekroczyła 180 milionów ton w 2023 roku, z Chinami odpowiadającymi za ponad 70 milionów ton. Indie, Turcja i Stany Zjednoczone zajmują kolejne miejsca jako główne producentki, odzwierciedlając rolę tego uprawy zarówno w produkcji świeżych, jak i przetworzonych produktów. read more

The storm that hit the Souss-Massa horticultural region in Morocco in late February caused significant damage to crops and infrastructure. Initial estimates suggest that thousands of hectares of greenhouses were destroyed by the strong winds, but the official assessment has not been completed yet. read more

Cameroon's banana exports increased in March 2026, mainly due to higher volumes from the country's top producer. Data from the Cameroon Banana Association (Assobacam) shows that exporters shipped a total of 23,977 tons during the month, up from 19,585 tons in March 2025. read more

Morocco's avocado sector experienced a decrease in production during the 2025-2026 season, with total output staying below 70,000 tons and exports surpassing 50,000 tons. This marks a drop of approximately 50 percent compared to the previous season. Abdellah El Yamlahi, the head of the Moroccan Avocado sector, noted this decline. read more

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