At Redwing Limited in Kenya, growing delicate flowers such as lisianthus and geraniums for propagation comes with its own challenges, particularly in managing nocturnal insect pests. To tackle this issue, the company has implemented PATS-C, an advanced automated monitoring system, into their pest control strategy... read more

The Coordinator of Agricultural and Livestock Organizations (COAG) has denounced that, as the Spanish new potato harvest hits the market, the large distribution chains continue to flood the shelves with potatoes imported from Israel and Egypt (+80,000 tons in 2024). "A strategy calculated to" read more

Morocco Foodex announced on Thursday that the first container of Moroccan citrus fruit has been officially unloaded in Japan, marking the Kingdom of Morocco's entry into one of the world's most demanding markets in terms of quality and traceability. This achievement highlights the competitiveness of Moroccan products. read more

South African fruit exporters that sell their fruit in the US are facing a challenging few months ahead due to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding trade tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. read more

Najnowsza seria sporów między RPA i USA zwiększyła skoncentrowanie się pierwszego na konsolidacji więzi handlowych z krajami Dalekiego Wschodu i Azji Południowo-Wschodniej.

The latest round of disputes between South Africa and the US has increased the former’s focus on consolidating trade links with countries in the Far East and Southeast Asia. read more

In recent years, new players have entered the global blueberry market, changing the supply landscape. Countries such as Colombia, Georgia, Ukraine, and Zimbabwe, which were previously minor players, are now becoming competitive exporters. Colombia, in particular, is experiencing rapid expansion in its blueberry sector. read more

The False Codling Moth (FCM), or Thaumatotibia leucotreta, is a highly destructive pest native to sub-Saharan Africa. It affects a wide range of crops including citrus, mangoes, avocados, capsicum, and roses. Due to its high reproductive capacity and adaptability to warm climates, FCM has become a read more

The EastFruit team is still analyzing the global blueberry market. After discussing the overall trends in the global blueberry industry, as well as the situations in two major players, Peru and Chile, we are now focusing on emerging exporters who, despite their small size, are significantly influencing the global supply chain. read more

In line with Nigeria's national initiatives to improve food security and tackle the roughly 45% loss of agricultural produce caused by insufficient storage, Cormart Nigeria Limited is committed to strengthening the country's cold chain infrastructure. As a subsidiary of Tropical General, the company focuses on enhancing Nigeria's cold chain system. read more

Pieter Bootsma has now completed 100 days as CEO of Royal FloraHolland. A great moment to look back on the past period. Among other things, he talks about the positive results for 2024 and his visit to Kenya and Ethiopia. But he also looks ahead. Curious about Pieter's experiences? Watch the video. read more

With the end of the Mediterranean avocado season, particularly from Morocco and Spain, it is now the turn of avocado origins from summer regions to supply the European market. According to Paul Kyalo, CEO of Konza Tropicals, avocados from Kenya are well-positioned in the market but face logistical challenges that hinder their distribution. read more

Morocco is rapidly becoming a key player in the global fruit and vegetable trade, as stated by EastFruit. Despite its arid climate and chronic water scarcity, the country has emerged as the third fastest-growing exporter of fruits and vegetables in the world, thanks to a resilient and forward-thinking approach. read more

With the end of the Mediterranean avocado season, particularly from Morocco and Spain, it is now the turn of avocados from summer origins to supply the European market. Paul Kyalo, CEO of Konza Tropicals, stated that avocados from Kenya are well-positioned in the market but face logistical challenges that hinder. read more

After an early start to the season, Moroccan mandarins have nearly completed their shipping to the U.S., ending earlier than usual. "There is very little fruit, if any, coming from Morocco. Most of it has already arrived and been shipped to stores, so what remains will likely have quality issues." read more

Maroko continues to confidently expand its presence in the Japanese market for frozen strawberries, reports EastFruit. In 2024, shipments reached 5,972 tons valued at $9.9 million, marking a 14% increase from 2023, when 4,445 tons were exported, and a 34% rise from the 2022 export volume of. read more

The Egyptian potato season is characterized by high production levels. Demand was initially low in January but increased in March in various markets. Mohammed Hassan, Export Manager at Al Gamal-Plantix Group, stated: "The beginning of the season was challenging, especially in. read more

Egyptian exports of fresh citrus fruit have dropped significantly this year due to domestic competition with processing plants, a challenge that other agricultural exporters, like those in the green beans sector, have been facing for years. Mohamed Fooad, co-founder of Egyfarm, highlights this issue. read more

The Midelt region, situated in the high Moroccan plains at an altitude of over 1400 meters, is known as the apple-growing hub of the country. This region used to be famous for its abundant water resources and regular snowfall. Unfortunately, seven consecutive years of drought have caused significant damage to the growers in the area. read more

Namibia is close to finalizing an agreement to enter China's grape market, which consists of 1.3 billion consumers. It is expected that this deal will result in approximately US$10.5 million in seasonal revenue from this market. Currently, Namibia's grape sector brings in about US$68.4 million. read more

Morocco is rapidly becoming a key player in the global fruit and vegetable trade, as reported by EastFruit. Despite its arid climate and chronic water scarcity, the country has emerged as the third fastest-growing exporter of fruits and vegetables in the world, thanks to a resilient and read more