Avocado growers in Rungwe District, Mbeya Region, report improved trading conditions following government measures to regulate and formalize the avocado supply chain. According to farmer Frank Mwankenja, the registration of buyers and agents has reduced theft and irregular trading practices. read more

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Côte d'Ivoire's coconut exports are currently experiencing a slowdown, which is common for this time of year. Exporters are getting ready for the summer season and the resumption of shipments in May, with a full order book, as stated by Nestor Beugre, CEO of Ivoire Agri. Demand for Ivorian coconuts is expected to increase during the summer months. read more

When the war broke out, there were fewer than twenty containers of Sapex pomegranates in total, marking the start of the pomegranate season, scattered across three vessels en route to the Strait of Hormuz. "Most of the affected vessels were rerouted to India, where they were unloaded. read more

Ten artykuł został napisany przez Fransa Diedensa, który był byłym dyrektorem generalnym firmy The Giving Tree Nursery Plc., byłym zastępcą dyrektora generalnego firmy VSF Consulting Plc., byłym zastępcą dyrektora generalnego firmy Global Energy Plc. oraz byłym zastępcą dyrektora generalnego firmy Yalkoneh Flowers Plc. W międzynarodowych kręgach inwestycyjnych, read more

For investors in the food industry, the cold-chain support facilities in the master plan represent an enhancement for Kenya's horticulture sector. This sector exports cut flowers and fresh vegetables to Europe and the United Kingdom. Exports are projected to grow by 4% annually, outpacing imports at 3%, with support from these facilities. read more

Pericoli Asia Pacific (PAP) has announced the establishment of a dedicated Customer Care Centre, formalizing a new approach to technical support for clients, agents, and distributors across the Asia Pacific region. The center is intended to act as the initial and main point of contact for all. read more

The majority of South African farmers have no more than two weeks of fuel reserves, according to a survey conducted by the Agriculture Business Chamber (Agbiz), AgriSA, and the Fuel Industry Association of South Africa (Fiasa) and reported by News24. Among the participants, the read more

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Cameroon exported 225,345 metric tons of bananas in 2025, up 7 per cent from 210,686 metric tons in 2024, according to data from Assobacam, the country's banana industry association. The increase was mainly driven by two producers. Compagnie des bananes de Mondoni, the second largest banana producer in Cameroon, played a significant role in this growth. read more

This week, the fruit market as a whole remained stable, with most fruit prices staying the same or slightly decreasing. However, avocado prices have significantly increased in the past two weeks. As for imported apples, prices from New Zealand have mostly stayed steady, with the approaching Qingming Festival not impacting them yet. read more

Liberia continues to depend on imports of onions and carrots, despite having the potential for year-round production. Limited access to operational finance is cited as a constraint for local growers. Trade data for the 2025/26 season shows that Liberia imported an estimated 25,000 metric tons of onions. read more

As the 2026 citrus season is about to start, the Citrus Growers' Association of Southern Africa (CGA) is closely monitoring fuel availability and costs due to the conflict in the Middle East. These factors will have an impact on the upcoming citrus season, which officially starts in April. The CGA has... read more

During the fourth quarter of 2025, Namibia exported grapes valued at over N$1.2 billion (US$65 million), as reported by the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA). The total earnings from horticulture exports amounted to N$1.3 billion (US$70 million), with grapes making up the majority of the exports. read more

When traditional synthetic pesticides become cheaper due to the introduction of generic versions in the market, growers may still choose to adopt biological products in their pest management strategies for several reasons. One motivation could be the potential benefits of using biological products, such as lower environmental impact, reduced harm to beneficial organisms, and lower risk of pesticide resistance development in pests.

Additionally, some growers may choose to use biological products as a proactive measure to address consumer preferences and market trends. Even if consumers are not currently demanding reduced pesticide residues on food, there is a growing awareness and concern about the impact of synthetic pesticides on human health and the environment. By adopting biological products, growers can position themselves as environmentally conscious and responsive to consumer preferences, which may give them a competitive edge in the market in the long term.

Overall, the decision to adopt biological products in pest management strategies is influenced by a combination of factors, including potential benefits, environmental considerations, market trends, and consumer preferences. read more

"In the initial phase of the season, there was a slow growth in demand for imported stone fruit, even though South African products entered the European market early. It was only later in the season, towards this month, that consumption of nectarines and plums started to increase gradually," says Daniela Aguirre of Fruit. read more

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