Morocco has set a new record in 2025 by significantly increasing its frozen strawberry exports to the U.S., reaching unprecedented levels, according to a report from EastFruit. read more

Compared to other countries active in the international produce sector - such as Spain, France, and the Netherlands in the EU, and then further afield in countries such as South Africa, Chile, Peru, and Turkey - the UK has always been a small-scale exporter of fresh fruits and vegetables. read more

The Egyptian strawberry season of 2025/2026 was characterized by a significant expansion in acreage and an early harvest. However, challenges in obtaining seedlings led to a surge in production, causing prices to drop and an increase in shipment interceptions due to high Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs). read more

The Valencia orange crop in Southern Africa in 2025 surpassed the initial expectations, leading to higher export volumes and putting additional strain on markets and logistics. This information was reported in the latest newsletter by Boitshoko Ntshabele, the CEO of the Citrus Growers' Association of Southern Africa. read more

In the heart of a rural area in Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal, Nosipho Mdakane is cultivating more than flowers. She is growing a dream with her flower farm Izimbali Growers. At the age of 39, the former construction professional has transformed a piece of land into a vibrant flower farm. Mdakane, read more

Ahmed Adel, CEO of Egyptian garlic exporter Global Veg Egy, stated that while the acreage for garlic has increased in Egypt, the yield has not shown a similar increase. He mentioned, "The acreage for garlic in Egypt has seen an increase this year, growing about 20 to 25 per cent compared to last year. However, read more

South African plums, sugar plums (or prunes), and nectarines have the highest potential in China, according to Jacques du Preez, Hortgro's manager for trade and markets. He made this statement while speaking at a seminar organized by the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA). Similar to Australia and Chile, South Africa has a strong supply. read more

"We received Peruvian, South African, and Zimbabwean blueberries in mid-November," says Horacio Ozer Ami Gimenez, co-owner of ByBlue, a Dutch company solely focused on that fruit. "Last year, we received about 40% more blueberries from Peru than in 2024, but demand is good, and export prices are." read more

Established in 2017, Virunga Biotech Limited has become a reliable exporter of fresh horticultural produce from Rwanda to high-demand international markets. Despite the increasing global demand for its products, the company is currently prioritizing responsible production scaling. read more

The first trial shipment of avocados from Angola has arrived in the Netherlands, meeting European Union customs, phytosanitary, and quality requirements. The container reached Rotterdam this week and passed all required EU inspections. read more

Pablo Fitskie of Scott Farms International reported that the sweet potato market is currently robust. He stated, "There is a good supply from the United States, as well as ample Egyptian products available. Demand is strong this season." Scott Farms has made investments in its own production in Egypt. read more

W ciągu ostatniej dekady ukraiński rynek borówek przekształcił się z niszowego segmentu w pełnoprawną branżę eksportową. Nawet w obliczu pełnoskalowej wojny producenci nie tylko utrzymali produkcję, lecz także rozbudowali obszary upraw, zainwestowali w technologię i umocnili swoje pozycje.

In the past decade, Ukraine's blueberry market has evolved from a niche segment into a fully-fledged export-oriented industry. Even amid full-scale war, producers have not only preserved production but also expanded planted areas, invested in technology, and secured their positions. read more

Rwanda is recognized in the international fresh produce market for its avocados, green beans, and specialty vegetables. However, producers in the country, driven by their ambition and the momentum in agricultural development, are expanding into other products as well. Various trials are currently ongoing to explore new opportunities. Eric Mugisha, from Kotwidika, is part of this initiative. read more

Nigeria is increasing its mango production as growers aim to gain more access to European fresh fruit markets. Industry projections suggest that output could potentially reach up to one million tons in the near future, making the country Africa's third-largest producer and the world's 11th largest, with annual. read more

The particularly intense 2025/2026 avocado season in Morocco is now in full swing. The market appears to be stabilizing after a period of prolonged price fluctuations and conflicts between producers and exporters, or between exporters and their clients, which led to harvest suspensions. Abdellah El read more

Star South is a company that trades in a wide variety of fruits, according to Johan van Niekerk, the director who works with over 650 producers. The company has a license to import Zespri kiwis into South Africa and also exports various exotic fruits. Additionally, the company is a major player in importing grapes. read more

W Maroku ostatnie opady deszczu i śniegu zakończyły siedmioletni cykl suszy. Mówiąc przed Izbą Reprezentantów, marokański minister ds. infrastruktury i wody, Nizar Baraka, opisał sytuację wodną Królestwa jako "pozytywną", sygnalizując, że read more

The European Union and Mercosur have signed a Partnership Agreement (EMPA) alongside an Interim Trade Agreement (iTA), formalizing a new framework for cooperation between the two regions. The agreements establish a trade area covering a combined market of around 700 million consumers and outline... read more

In 2025, Egypt increased its watermelon exports to Saudi Arabia and achieved its highest shipment volume on record, as reported by EastFruit. During the first nine months of the year, Saudi Arabia imported 18,500 tons of Egyptian watermelons valued at US$6.9 million. This represented a five-fold increase. read more

Shvam Dhumal of Agroindis Exim Pvt. Ltd., a fresh produce exporter from Maharashtra, stated that India's red onion production is 15-20% lower in the 2025-26 season due to a 45-day delay caused by unseasonal May-November rains in key states. "Last year, November-December experienced lower." read more