The Egyptian table grape export industry is increasingly shifting towards using paper packaging to meet customer expectations for sustainability and improved fruit protection. Packaging manufacturers are gearing up for the upcoming season with more modern packaging designs. read more

A comprehensive report by Nanyang Technological University’s NTU-SBF Centre for African Studies highlights Morocco’s emergence as a leading force in regenerative agriculture across Africa. The study presents new opportunities for Asian agribusiness firms to contribute to strengthening the agricultural sector in the region. read more

New plantings of yellow- and red-fleshed kiwifruit varieties are contributing to the growth of South Africa's kiwifruit industry. Although kiwifruit farming began in the country more than 25 years ago, the sector has historically faced challenges in developing a strong export presence. Recent efforts… read more

South African raisin suppliers are aiming to produce a high-volume, quality export crop despite being affected by unusual weather conditions. read more

Produkcja kiwi w Południowej Afryce opiera się głównie na odmianach o żółtej pulpie, które wraz z nowymi nasadzeniami odmian czerwonych mają stanowić trzon przemysłu eksportowego w przyszłości.

In South Africa, kiwifruit production is mainly based on yellow-fleshed varieties, which, along with new plantings of red varieties, are expected to be the backbone of the export industry in the future. read more

South African fresh produce producers have actively sought new market access to create jobs and diversify export goals. read more

Sezon słodkiego kukurydzy z Senegalu zaczyna teraz nabierać tempa w firmie Hermans Suikermaïs, chociaż dostępność pozostaje głównym wyzwaniem. "Mamy z tym do czynienia od grudnia. Wystąpiły problemy z kiełkowaniem nasion podczas uprawy, i teraz widzimy konsekwencje tego." read more

Ghana's vegetable export revenue reached $48 million in 2024, as reported by the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), marking an increase from over $26 million in 2023. This information was disclosed by Mr. Raymond Rashid Kramer, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of GEPA, during the Israel trade conference. read more

Vine tomatoes mainly originated from Spain and the Netherlands and were imported to Germany, while cherry tomatoes were predominantly from Italy and Spain. Round tomatoes were easily accessible from Turkey and Morocco. According to BLE (Federal Office for Agriculture and Food), the availability of beef tomatoes was mainly restricted to Belgium. read more

The Egyptian fresh potato export market is experiencing a major shift this season, with a noticeable increase in demand from Russia, steady growth in Asian and Far East markets, and a significant rise in imports from the United Kingdom. This information comes from Yassen Abdelhay. read more

West Godavari District Collector Chadalawada Nagarani was the chief guest at a training program for farmers on floriculture and horticulture value-added products organized by the Horticulture Department on Wednesday. She visited the flower exhibition and inquired about its details. read more

Ghana's vegetable export revenue reached $48 million in 2024, as reported by the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), marking an increase from over $26 million in 2023. This information was disclosed by Mr. Raymond Rashid Kramer, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of GEPA, during the Israel. read more

Egyptian citrus fruits have made a significant impact in the Indian market, with Egypt becoming the top supplier of citrus fruits to India, representing 61% of total imports in terms of value, according to Amit Sharma, the owner of the Indian fresh produce trading company Fresko Fruits. read more

ICTSI claims that the case is based on "flimsy allegations" that ICTSI should have been disqualified from the tender for the operation of the Durban Container Terminal Pier 2 (DCT2) due to a misleading formality. ICTSI states that the allegations made by the unsuccessful read more

The court case brought by shipping giant Maersk against International Container Terminal Services (ICTSI) and South African rail and port operator Transnet is finally being heard in the KwaZulu-Natal High Court today (12 March). read more

"Last year wasn't a bad year at all: the yield was good, and prices too," says Josua van Straaten, a pineapple farmer in Hluhluwe, northern KwaZulu-Natal. The only thing hampering now is the rainfall for January and February, far above the monthly averages, and tractors getting stuck in waterlogged fields. read more

Despite the expansion of Africa's agricultural sector, post-harvest losses remain a major challenge for farmers and food producers. Dryers for Africa, a South African company that is 100% female-owned, is addressing food waste and enhancing the value of agricultural products through customized agro-processing solutions. read more

Kwek Global, a Singapore-based import and export company, has recently received their first shipments of South African lemons for the new season. Hong Chew Kwek, the Managing Director, mentioned that the quality of the first shipment from South Africa looked promising. "We import one to two loads a week," he added. read more

Next to the traditional elongated striped watermelons that have been available in the market since last month, Agence Laparra has just received a shipment of seedless black watermelons. Antoine Godard-Durand is providing updates on the beginning of the season. "Currently, we have boxes of Mauritanian striped watermelons. read more

From February 26 to 28, Jan Spek Roses, along with other breeders, showcased their varieties at the "Rose Breeders Shopping Mall for Rose Growers" at Nini Farm in Naivasha, Kenya. Erik Spek of Jan Spek Roses described the event as a success. Steve Outram, General Manager Africa for Jan Spek Roses, also participated in the event. read more