Kenyan avocado exporters are anxiously monitoring the situation in the Middle East, as disruptions in the Red Sea could greatly affect their access and competitiveness in global markets. Benard Mutai, the managing director of Afrisun Orchards, a company specializing in exotic fruits, is particularly concerned about the potential impact of these logistical challenges. read more

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The situation regarding the conflict in the Middle East and its effect on South African fresh produce exports is still uncertain. read more

W rozmowach z innymi odwiedzającymi na niedawnych targach Gulfood 2026, wyraźnie było widać pojawienie się orzechów pekan na globalnym rynku gastronomicznym - powiedział RP Campher, ekonomista rolny z Południowoafrykańskiego Stowarzyszenia Producentów Orzechów Pekan. Więcej rynków obecnie poszukuje tego produktu. W tej chwili, południowoafrykańskie orzechy pekan. read more

Kyrgyz agricultural products, especially frozen fruits and vegetables, are experiencing increasing demand in the European market, as stated by Tilek Zhumaliev, Deputy Director of the Kyrgyz Export Center. European buyers, including companies from Germany, have shown interest in sliced and... read more

The international development path of the patented Red Passion and Gold Passion kiwi varieties takes a new strategic step with the recent mission of the dedicated team in South Africa. The goal is clear: to consolidate and expand the off-season cultivation project. read more

At the end of February, a sudden storm with strong winds hit the Souss Massa region, a major fresh fruit and vegetable production hub in Morocco. The damage to crops and greenhouses in the area is described as "catastrophic and shocking" by representatives of the growers. read more

La Unió reported that the European food alert system, RASFF, detected 6 rejections of citrus fruits (4 from Egypt, 1 from Turkey, and 1 from Brazil) due to unapproved active ingredients or exceeding maximum residue limits (MRL). Additionally, there were five avocado rejections, 4 from Colombia. read more

The citrus season in Spain is currently experiencing a decline in orange and mandarin sales due to increased competition from imports from third countries in European markets. "During the initial part of the season, leading up to January, many growing areas in the Valencian region saw consistent rainfall. read more

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Blueberries have the potential to become one of Zimbabwe's main export crops, thus contributing to the country's economic growth. A report by ZBC News states that plantings in the East Mashonaland province in northeastern Zimbabwe are on the rise, solidifying its position as the country's main producer. read more

Indonesia is currently recognized as the world's largest pineapple producer, with an annual production of over 3.2 million tons. This production level surpasses that of other tropical fruit-producing countries. Global pineapple production is mainly concentrated in Asia, Latin America, and Africa. read more

At the Salon de l'Agriculture, the National Federation of Organic Agriculture (FNAB) and the agricultural land company FEVE (Fermes En ViE) formalized a partnership agreement aimed at supporting a new generation of farmers and accelerating the conversion of land to organic farming. read more

The outbreak of war in the Middle East last Saturday and the return of the crisis in the Red Sea came as a dismay to Egyptian orange exporters, who had been eagerly awaiting the start of March. Mostafa Ali, CEO of Premium Sourcing, shares his insights. Mostafa Ali, CEO of Premium Sourcing. read more

Mauritanian farmers and exporters are facing challenges in exporting watermelon shipments to Morocco due to high taxes. Recent reports indicate that Moroccan authorities have imposed fees of up to MAD 90,000 (US$9,000) per 24-ton shipment. A source from Mauritania has confirmed the high customs rates. read more

UK supermarkets, such as Tesco, Lidl, Asda, Sainsbury's, and Morrisons, are experiencing shortages of certain fruits and vegetables due to extended periods of rain and flooding in southern Spain and northern Morocco. The impacted products include strawberries, raspberries, avocados, and peppers. read more

Africastrategica for Macfrut, at the center of a double mission in the Continent that involved the countries of Ghana and Angola. Both carried out in collaboration with the Italian Trade Agency (ICE) and their respective embassies, saw the participation of the President and the advisor of Cesena. read more

Africa is becoming increasingly strategic for Macfrut, which is strengthening its presence on the continent with a double mission in Ghana and Angola, in anticipation of the 2026 edition (21-23 April, Rimini Expo Centre). This initiative is being carried out with the support of the Italian Trade Agency (Ice) and in collaboration with the local embassies. read more

Spanish deliveries of Navelate, Salustiana, and Lane Late oranges were predominant. Their availability was somewhat restricted. Imports from Turkey of Washington Navel oranges also experienced a decrease in demand. The supply of Valencia Late oranges from Egypt increased, while Baladi oranges were only marginally available. read more