Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen in South Africa has stated that the country's agriculture sector is at a critical juncture. read more

Willy Jacobs, CEO of Potatoes South Africa, stated that the cold weather in South Africa is increasing the demand for high-energy comfort food, which is boosting potato sales. The introduction of air fryers has revolutionized the potato industry, allowing everyone to make their own chips (French fries) at home. read more

Rok po wprowadzeniu swoich odmian hybrydowego prawdziwego nasion ziemniaka w Kenii, Solynta informuje o próbach uzyskiwania plonów 3-4 razy wyższych niż lokalne odmiany. W miarę jak ta holenderska firma eksploruje dodatkowe rynki, uznaje ona stopniowy tempo innowacji rolniczych. Według Charlesa Millera, read more

Among all the fruits sold by Frugisol at Rungis, there is a pineapple variety that has earned a place in a selection of fresh products known for their exceptional taste quality. This pineapple is the Del Monte Gold® Extra Sweet variety from Kenya. Fernando Da Silva, who has been in the business for 31 years, is in charge of selecting the best fruits for the company. read more

"There was absolutely nothing, just bushland, chickens, goats, and a whole lot of mud." This is how Olav Boenders described the land at Wagagai when he and his wife Marion arrived in Uganda in November 1999 to support the De Witte family in setting up what was then a rose nursery. Now, more than read more

In South Africa, all fruit packhouses are faced with the same dilemma: how to balance super-efficient operations with the well-being of human workers? Packhouses in Western Europe and Australia appear to have fewer people compared to the bustling activity of a packhouse in Hoedspruit. read more

South African fresh produce exporters to the US will face a 30% tariff starting from August 1st. read more

After a successful stonefruit season in Egypt, grower-exporter Pico quickly shifted its focus to grapes, as promising early varieties arrived in good condition, as reported by regional sales manager Muhammad Fayed. read more

The authorities have addressed concerns about misinformation circulating among stakeholders in the horticulture industry regarding Kenyan avocado exports. They clarified that there has been no discussion or proposal to ban the export of fresh avocados. A recent meeting was held on June 25, 2025, focusing on avocado oil. read more

The current Egyptian sweet potato season has faced more challenges compared to the last season, causing delays in some shipments, according to Rayan El Sawy, Chairman of the fresh produce exporter Egyptian Emirati Import & Export: "This sweet potato season was more challenging than previous seasons in Egypt, due to..." read more

Przybycie letnich owoców do Maroka przysłania importowane owoce, ale pewne produkty nadal cieszą się dużym popytem. Mohammed Kadri z Del Monte Morocco, importer owoców, dzieli się swoimi spostrzeżeniami na temat rynku. Kadri mówi: "Importujemy owoce przez cały rok, a dynamika rynku i" read more

The blueberry industry is experiencing steady growth worldwide. Peru has established itself as a top exporter, but other emerging players like China, the United States, and Chile are also making significant progress. Additionally, Zimbabwe from Africa has emerged as a promising alternative and is gaining momentum in the market. read more

As of June 2025, EU orange imports for the 2024-2025 season totaled 549 tons, which is below the 636 tons recorded in 2023-2024. South Africa supplied 9,973 tons, Egypt 37,785 tons, and Morocco 3,127 tons. Other suppliers included Turkey (9 tons), Argentina (96 tons), and Zimbabwe (9,850 tons). read more

Cameroon's banana exports decreased by 2% in May 2025 compared to the previous year, according to the Cameroon Banana Association (Assobacam). The reduction amounted to 321 tons, with a total of 15,222 tons exported, down from 15,543 tons in May 2024. The Cameroon Development Corporation (CDC) and Compagnie des Bananes de read more

The Délalföldi Kertészek Szövetkezete (Délkertész) reports that Hungarian vegetables on store shelves have not yet returned to pre-2019 levels. Despite Hungarian capabilities during the domestic season, imported vegetables, particularly from North Africa, continue to pressure the market. read more

In the global fresh produce sector, the discussion around sustainability is changing rapidly. What used to be a matter of meeting regulations is now a crucial aspect of remaining competitive. read more

The new EU Packaging Act (PPWR), which came into effect in February 2025, could force fundamental changes in the packaging of export goods – and thus determine whether South African fruits will continue to reach European trading shelves in the future. read more

Przemysł mango w Senegalu wydaje się powracać do formy po trzech latach słabych wyników spowodowanych czynnikami klimatycznymi. „Popyt na organiczne mango jest tak duży, że ledwo nadążamy” - mówi Amadou Ndiaye Seck, menadżer A.N.S Inter-Export. Eksporter dodaje, „Jesteśmy w pełni działania...” read more

Las autoridades españolas, en colaboración con sus homólogos marroquíes y franceses, han interceptado un envío de hachís contrabandeado a España desde Marruecos, incautando más de 15 toneladas escondidas en un camión cargado de sandías. El camión, que llegaba al puerto de Almería, fue detenido por la policía nacional de España. Los oficiales...

Spanish authorities, collaborating with their Moroccan and French counterparts, have intercepted a hashish shipment smuggled into Spain from Morocco, seizing over 15 tons hidden in a truck loaded with watermelons. The truck, arriving at the port of Almería, was halted by Spain's national police. Officers... read more

W ostatnim czasie wzrosła ilość przywożonych do Południowej Afryki jabłek, co spowodowało spadek ceny z ponad 300 jenów za skrzynkę do około 270–290 jenów (1,67–1,80 USD) za skrzynkę. Jakość jabłek jest dobra, a ogólna wydajność jest lepsza niż w ubiegłym roku. Zrozumiano, że w poprzednich. read more