Flowpack Systems, the Southern African distributor and agents for Elifab Solutions, installed the first Elifab blueberry sorter with Ellips True-AI in the North West Province earlier this year. The key feature of True-AI is its ability to recognize both the calyx and the stem. read more

Flowpack Systems, the Southern African distributor and agent of Elifab Solutions, installed the country's first TrueAI blueberry sorter in the North West Province earlier this year. According to a company representative, "The main difference with the TrueAI is that it can recognize the calyx and the stem with 100% accuracy." read more

The potato harvest in Scotland was very straightforward this year, according to Robert Doig at Caledonian Potatoes. "Unlike some other growers, we cut back on the acres planted." "The seed export market is frankly a bit of a mess at the moment. Egypt is difficult, as import licences were not." read more

Egipt's fresh grape exports to Italy saw a significant increase in 2025, with volumes exceeding 7,000 tons between January and July, as reported by EastFruit. During this period, exporters made nearly US$20 million in revenue. The shipments were three times higher compared to the same period last year. read more

According to Jai Kabra, co-founder of Kenyan trading company Truport Transcontinental Limited, the avocado supply in East Africa is currently low, with most seasons winding down except for a few exceptions. "Only limited quantities continue to reach markets. The Kenyan Hass avocado season has ended." read more

The sixth edition of the Morocco Berry Conference, organized by the Green Smile association, took place on November 13, 2025, in Agadir. The event brought together more than 700 participants, including nearly 70 partners and exhibitors. Siham Zahidi, co-founder of Green Smile, expressed her read more

Tanzania has announced the launch of a new trade show for fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers that will be held annually in Arusha. The event, called Horti Logistica Africa, is organized by the Tanzania Horticultural Association (TAHA) in collaboration with the government. read more

BGP has recently inaugurated a new office in Egypt, signifying a major milestone in the company's ongoing global expansion and dedication to providing top-notch agricultural products to international markets. "The new BGP Egypt branch will function as a key center linking the company's primary farms, read more

South African producers are hopeful for a successful stonefruit season due to higher production, favorable weather conditions, and efforts to resolve longstanding logistical challenges. read more

The Dube Cargo Terminal at King Shaka International Airport in South Africa has reported a 7 percent increase in air cargo volumes over the past year, indicating the ongoing recovery of the airfreight sector in KwaZulu-Natal. The terminal experienced high demand between September and December 2023. read more

Representatives of the blueberry industry in Zimbabwe are calling on their government to implement investment-friendly policies after signing an export agreement in September that for the first time opened access to the Chinese market.

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Egipt has recorded a significant increase in fresh grape exports to Italy this year, as reported by EastFruit. read more

Zimbabwe's citrus industry is steadily growing, with increased investment and expanding production capacity driving its upward trajectory. According to data from ZimStats, citrus exports amounted to US$14.5 million between January and September 2025, up from US$13 million during the same period last year. read more

The past two South African grape seasons began positively, but this year there is a more cautious outlook. There is still a significant amount of Spanish, Greek, and Italian fruit being exported to Europe, with reports indicating that Italy may continue selling grapes until December. read more

Wim Roosen reports that an increasing number of growers in Morocco are transitioning to hydroponic (substrate) cultivation. Moreover, existing companies are expanding their acreage, contributing to the rapidly growing market for quality coco substrates. Wim Roosen made these remarks while attending the Berry Conference. read more

In świecie, w którym zrównoważony rozwój nie jest już opcją, pojawia się koncepcja Pozytywnej Rolnictwa jako globalne wezwanie do działania. Promowana przez Światową Radę Biznesu ds. Zrównoważonego Rozwoju (WBCSD), ta struktura zachęca przedsiębiorstwa rolnicze nie tylko do minimalizowania szkód dla natury, ale także do read more

EastFruit analysts have reported a significant rise in Moroccan lemon exports to the United Kingdom from November 2024 to August 2025. During this period, Morocco exported 1,200 tons of lemons to the UK, with a total value of US$920,000. This export volume was 40 times greater than the previous marketing year. read more

In środowisku, w którym zrównoważoność nie jest już opcjonalna, koncepcja Pozytywnej Rolnictwa zaczyna się pojawiać jako globalne wezwanie do działania. Promowana przez Światową Radę Biznesu ds. Zrównoważonego Rozwoju (WBCSD), ta struktura zachęca przedsiębiorstwa rolnicze nie tylko do minimalizowania szkód wyrządzanych przyrodzie, ale także do...





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Popyt na marokańskie maliny osiąga szczytowy poziom na kilku rynkach, a producenci i eksporterzy są zachwyceni intensywnym handlem i wysokimi cenami. Tak twierdzi Zouhir Disouria, plantator z Larache. Plantator opisuje zauważalną poprawę jakości marokańskich zbiorów, która... read more

The establishment of the Insimbi Ridge cargo facility in Cato Ridge, Kwa-Zulu-Natal, is considered a significant development for South Africa's northern citrus export corridor. This corridor offers access to the Port of Durban export terminal. read more