Tanzania's horticulture industry is exploring a promising opportunity as China trials a newly developed type of small tomatoes designed for fresh consumption. This move may allow Tanzanian farmers to embrace the technology, grow the crop, and access China's extensive market. read more

Cape Town, South Africa - The International Blueberry Organization (IBO) gathered industry leaders, growers, retailers, decision-makers, and scientists for four days of intense discussions and strategic meetings during the 2025 Summit. In Cape Town, various topics were discussed, including... read more

The South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) has announced expectations for a high-quality harvest of a sufficient size to meet market demands throughout the season. read more

W roku 2022 została uruchomiona nowa międzynarodowa strategia rolnicza mająca na celu rozszerzenie produkcji awokado, cytrusów i mango na nowe regiony. Inicjatywa ta, nazwana Global Farming, ma na celu poszerzenie kategorii upraw i zapewnienie dostaw przez cały rok z gospodarstw należących do firmy. Pierwszy krok został podjęty w 2023 roku. read more

Według danych z Kameruńskiego Stowarzyszenia Bananów (Assobacam), Kameruńska Korporacja Rozwoju (CDC) wyeksportowała 23 416 ton bananów w ciągu pierwszych siedmiu miesięcy 2025 roku. Wolumen ten jest mniejszy niż połowa poziomu z 2015 roku, kiedy państwowe przedsiębiorstwo rolnicze wysłało 57 630 ton. read more

Fatiha Charrat, Deputy Managing Director of the Delassus Group, states that Morocco's citrus industry is a powerhouse in the country's agriculture sector, with a value of over €1 billion annually and providing employment to nearly 200,000 people. She highlights that Moroccan citrus, including flagship varieties like the Nadorcott, is highly sought after. read more

The global avocado market is currently experiencing a challenging season, as high volumes are causing prices to remain low despite consistent consumption. By week 38, Peru has sent over 20,800 containers to Europe, marking an increase of more than 30% compared to the previous year. Additionally, South Africa, Kenya, and other summer suppliers have also contributed to the market. read more

Cameroon is promoting cassava as a substitute for wheat in order to decrease imports and create more opportunities within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The government is emphasizing the use of cassava-based flour to enhance food security and support women-led cooperatives involved in processing and trading. read more

In Vihiga, Kenya, small-scale tomato trader Aisha uses a solar-powered cold room near her market. By paying a weekly fee per crate, she extends the shelf life of her produce from three days to three weeks. "Before the cold room, I would wake up worried that half of my tomatoes would rot before" read more

Whether you are a Navel orange producer in Spain or South Africa, or an avocado grower in Mexico or Peru, there is one common issue that affects all of these regions – water scarcity. Water is now in short supply, especially for water-intensive crops like citrus and avocados, making it a growing concern. read more

For over nine years, Simon and Malissa Levitsky have been growing flowers together. They started while living in the Little Italy neighborhood in Montreal and renting land in Laval. In 2019, the two moved to Hemmingford and have been living and working on rented land there ever since. read more

Until now lagging behind other neighboring origins in terms of avocado cultivation and export, Egypt is on track to become a major player in the industry within the next 5 to 7 years. This is according to Mohamed Ashraf, COO of Egyptian producer PICO. The producer states that Egypt has read more

The garlic industry in South Africa is growing, with support from farmers in multiple provinces who are working to improve the local supply chain. The South African Garlic Growers Association (SAGGA) was created to advocate for producers and tackle industry-wide challenges. According to SAGGA, the most... read more

Morocco has achieved a new record in cucumber exports, as its shipments to Spain exceeded $20 million in a single season for the first time. According to EastFruit, Morocco exported 18,200 tons of cucumbers to Spain between July 2024 and June 2025, resulting in revenue of $21.1 million. read more

South Africa's agricultural exports to the United States increased by 26% in the second quarter of 2025, reaching US$161 million, despite concerns about possible tariff increases and market access. Data from the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) indicated that citrus, wine, fruit juices, and... read more

Simon and Malissa Levitsky, have a passion for growing flowers and have dedicated over nine years to cultivating them together. They began their journey in the Little Italy neighborhood of Montreal, where they rented land in Laval. In 2019, they relocated to Hemmingford and have continued their flower-growing venture on rented land ever since. read more

Bad weather conditions can sometimes affect the growth of crops. read more

Holla Roses and Berg Roses have merged to form a new company called Sunselle. This innovative company provides customers with a wide selection of high-quality roses grown across three continents: Europe (the Netherlands), Africa (Kenya and Ethiopia), and South America (Colombia). Why Sunselle? read more

Mekonnen Solomon, an expert in horticulture at the Ministry of Agriculture in Ethiopia, reminisces about his childhood in Merti-Methera, a town established by the Dutch agricultural company Handelsvereniging Amsterdam (HVA). HVA has been actively engaged in large-scale farming in Ethiopia's Rift Valley for many years. read more

Farmers in the Asante Akim North Municipality of Ghana's Ashanti Region have confirmed that government officials have started purchasing tomatoes and onions, following a recent directive by President John Mahama. On September 15, 2025, the president instructed that 1,000 boxes of tomatoes and onions be purchased directly from local farmers to support the agricultural sector. read more