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

Po spadku eksportu w zeszłym sezonie, Egipt mocno wraca do wysyłek pomarańczy do Singapuru, według EastFruit. Między listopadem 2024 a sierpniem 2025 roku Egipt wyeksportował 13 200 ton pomarańczy do Singapuru, o wartości 7,8 miliona dolarów. Oznacza to wzrost o 20% w porównaniu z poprzednim. read more

Spanish economic reports, cited by journalist Francisco Miralles in the Spanish Huffpost on 22 September, highlighted a sharp rise in Spain's imports of fruits and vegetables from Morocco. The increase has triggered protests among Spanish farmers, who are calling on the European Union to ensure... read more

Rynek batatów wchodzi w swoje coroczne szczytowe okres. "Z perspektywy naszego uprawy, zauważamy, że podaż z Egiptu jest tradycyjnie wysoka w tych miesiącach, co wywiera presję na ceny. To niesie ze sobą nie tylko wyzwania, ale także możliwości" - mówi Bob Wissenburg z firmy Spot.

The sweet potato market is entering its annual peak period. "From our cultivation perspective, we see that supply from Egypt is traditionally high during these months, which puts downward pressure on prices. This brings not only challenges but also opportunities," says Bob Wissenburg of Spot. read more

South African fresh produce exporters to the US still hope that adjustments will be made to the trade tariffs imposed on their fruit before the new season begins. read more

Dla kenijskiego eksportera świeżych produktów rolnych Fawakih Import and Export, rosnące zapotrzebowanie Azji na awokado otwiera nowe możliwości, a dyrektor zarządzający El’miqdad Hassan Nandwa jest optymistyczny co do potencjału regionu. read more

The Summer Berry Company (TSBC), a UK-based integrated berry supplier, will be announcing a new joint venture with Southern Cross Marketing & Management (Southern Group) at this month's Fruit Attraction event. Southern Group is a leader in grapes and dates in the Southern Hemisphere. read more

Morocco has reached a significant achievement in the growth of its cucumber exports, as shipments to Spain surpassed $20 million in a single season for the first time. According to EastFruit, Morocco exported 18,200 tonnes of cucumbers to Spain between July 2024 and June 2025, generating $21.1 million. read more

W grudniu 2025 roku, projekt prowadzony przez FAO/EBRD zorganizuje misję dla egipskich eksporterów owoców i warzyw do Azji Południowo-Wschodniej. Inicjatywa ma na celu połączenie Egiptu, jednego z globalnych liderów w segmencie świeżych i mrożonych produktów rolnych, z Azją Południowo-Wschodnią, jednym z niewielu regionów świata, które... read more

Algerian Deglet Nour dates are now available on the market. "This season shows a notable improvement from the last one, both in terms of quantity and quality," says Ahmed Mayof, an Algerian exporter. Mayof attributes the difference between the two seasons to climatic conditions. read more

The avocado production season in Morocco is advancing smoothly with favorable weather conditions, after experiencing significant losses from heatwaves in June and August. Although estimates of the losses differ among experts, the current focus is on achieving a high percentage of large fruits to improve commercial... read more

With the demand for blueberries increasing year-round and the supply still struggling to keep up, breeding company Fall Creek sees an unprecedented opportunity for growth. Strategic timing of harvests in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia could help bridge the annual supply gap, while introducing new high-performing varieties. read more

From October 6 to 9, 2025, the foyer in Straelen-Herongen will be transformed into a vibrant showcase of African flowers. Each day from 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (Thursday until 12:00 p.m.), visitors can discover a colorful presentation featuring the latest assortment from African rose. read more

The influential G20 engagement group Business 20 (B20) has emphasized that the global trade environment has become increasingly difficult due to geopolitical tensions. read more

The table grape sector in Southern Africa is getting ready for the 2024/25 export season after experiencing a record crop last year. Growers in Namibia and South Africa have reported steady vineyard growth, and the harvest is set to commence in the next few weeks. Early harvesting is expected in Namibia. read more

In 2024, Den Berk Délice constructed its initial greenhouse in Agadir, spanning 12.8 hectares. This year, they are expanding with an additional 17 hectares, increasing their Moroccan acreage to a total of 30 hectares. The Belgian greenhouse grower is currently benefitting from its global expansion efforts, with a new venture. read more

A rare and endangered palm in the Eden Project's Rainforest Biome has produced its first mature leaf - believed to be the largest of its kind in the UK. Lodoicea maldivica, more commonly known as coco de mer, is native to the islands of Praslin and Curieuse in the Seychelles and is famous for its unique double coconut. read more

The Registrar-General of Ghana has encouraged local entrepreneurs to develop the country's small-scale horticulture industry into a billion-euro export hub, pointing to successful examples from Kenya and the Netherlands as evidence of the sector's significant economic opportunities. Speaking at the inauguration of read more