The National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) in Egypt has intensified its inspection efforts in the food industry and supervised the export of 4,827 shipments amounting to 230,000 tons, as reported in its 14th weekly report for 2026 from April 11 to 17. This is in line with its strategy for food production. read more

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AMFresh, through its varietal innovation platform Genesis Fresh, has announced that it is introducing Onix to South African shoppers for the first time. read more

In Morocco's Souss-Massa region, migrant workers from sub-Saharan Africa are increasingly being hired in greenhouse horticulture, which helps in boosting fruit and vegetable production for export markets in Europe and West Africa. In the Chtouka plains alone, around 24,000 hectares are dedicated to greenhouse production. read more

South Africa's citrus industry is forecasting exports of up to 215 million cartons for the current season, compared to 203.4 million cartons in 2025, as reported by Citrus Growers' Association CEO Dr. Boitshoko Ntshabele. The increased projection is mainly due to exceptional growing conditions and new initiatives. read more

The Association of Avocado Producers, Packers, and Exporters of Mexico (APEAM) has formalized a Zero Deforestation Agreement with the Ministry of the Environment and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT) and the Federal Attorney's Office for Environmental Protection (PROFEPA). This agreement aims to read more

Africa's increasing involvement in the global trade of perishable goods is being hindered by logistical challenges, as a lack of refrigerated containers along with disruptions in global shipping are squeezing supply chains. Ocean Network Express reports that the continent is experiencing a growing "reefer gap" due to these factors. read more

AMFresh, through its varietal innovation platform Genesis Fresh, introduces Onix™ to South African consumers for the first time in collaboration with the Shoprite Group. The fruit is now being offered in a range of Checkers supermarkets located in the Gauteng and Western Cape provinces. read more

Egipt znacząco wzmocnił swoją rolę na włoskim rynku czosnku, zwiększając eksport o 55% w 2025 roku i ustanawiając nowy rekord - informuje EastFruit. Według danych z Global Trade Tracker z Włoskiego Narodowego Instytutu Statystycznego, Włochy importowały 2 750 ton egipskiego czosnku w ubiegłym roku. read more

The pressure on the production of tomatoes in Morocco, which has been facing various challenges in the past month, has resulted in a significant shortage of round tomatoes in the local market. As a response, authorities and growers have agreed to redirect more of the produce to the local market instead of for export. read more

Egypt has strengthened its presence in the garlic market in Italy, with exports growing by 55 percent in 2025 to reach a record level, as reported by EastFruit. Data from Italy's National Institute of Statistics indicates that Italy imported 2,750 tons of Egyptian garlic, with a total value exceeding €4.5 million. read more

Nigeria's potato sector is being prepared for growth through increased collaboration between the government and private investors. Dr. Olufemi Oladunni, Chief Executive of the Agricultural and Rural Management Training Institute, emphasized that working together is necessary to enhance productivity and boost yields. read more

Solomon Mumbi, CEO of Kenyan avocado exporter Avohass, stated that it is a positive season for Kenyan avocados so far. He mentioned that the current avocado season in Kenya is progressing well overall, with a steady supply of good-quality fruit. Mumbi also noted that there are strong volumes, especially for Hass avocados, and emphasized the good quality of the produce. read more

Nie jest rzadkością, że ziemniaki i marchew wymagają specjalistycznego sprzętu do usuwania kamieni i ziemi z ich bulw i korzeni. Szczególnie dotyczy to pewnych regionów we Włoszech i określonych rodzajów gleby. Aby maksymalizować jakość produktu i plon, zakład Apofruit w Altedo w Bolonii we Włoszech, read more

In the 'Enrosadira' variety quarters managed as part of the Malinowe Factory project, a lot is happening during the summer harvest. The plantation, established in mid-April last year, has weathered the winter relatively well, although - as is the case every year - it has not been without damage to the bundles. read more

Ain Sokhna Port handles approximately 60 percent of Egypt's citrus shipments, contributing to the country's status as one of the leading global exporters. The port links Egyptian production regions to markets in the Gulf, India, and the Far East, facilitated by cold chain infrastructure for transporting perishable goods. read more

Morocco has stopped exporting tomatoes to European and African markets due to a rise in domestic prices to nearly 15 dirhams per kilogram (US$1.50 per kg), as reported by a trade source to Hespress. This decision is intended to boost local supply and reduce pressure on consumers. The source mentioned that... read more

The eruption of the USA-Israel-Iran conflict on 28 February 2026 has profoundly reshaped the security landscape of the Middle East and the Gulf region, as written by Mekonnen Solomon, a former Director of Horticultural Investment at the Ministry of Agriculture in Ethiopia. read more

Po dwóch miesiącach eksportu cytryn, blisko 4,5 miliona kartonów o wadze 15 kg zostało sprawdzonych przed wysłaniem: na północy zbieranie cytryn było często przerywane przez deszcz, co początkowo wydawało się niewielkim błogosławieństwem, kiedy wybuchła wojna. Obecne zawieszenie broni jest uważnie obserwowane.

After two months of lemon exports, close to 4.5 million 15kg cartons have been inspected for shipping: in the north, lemon harvesting was frequently interrupted by rain, which, initially, seemed a slight blessing in disguise when the war first broke out. The current ceasefire is watched avidly. read more

"We have the confidence to 100% guarantee our clients' delivery, barring force majeure," begins Wim Kleinjan, CEO of Fruity Pack. That is because of the new strategy this Dutch fruit and vegetable processor implemented after the COVID-19 pandemic. Wim explains that the restrictive measures read more