In the last live stream dedicated to pumpkins (for more in-depth information click here), we highlighted how the sector was growing, and apparently this trend has also been noticed abroad, as Egypt, according to EastFruit data, continues to push for the export of pumpkins. read more

The rapidly increasing food import bill in Africa, currently estimated at $70 billion per year and expected to reach $111 billion by 2025, highlights the critical importance of investing in agricultural biotechnology and climate-smart food systems, according to experts. This was emphasized in discussions with The New Times. read more

Garden Fresh, a local horticultural exporter, has experienced significant growth since it started exporting in 2016. The company's annual export value has increased from less than $1 million to over $3.5 million today, and its export volume has risen from 200 to 1,000 tonnes per year. The company's workforce has also grown. read more

Egypt's agricultural exports have increased to 8.5 million tons so far this year, which is almost 700,000 tons more than the same period in 2023, as reported by Agriculture Minister Alaa Farouk. Citrus fruits continue to be the top export of the country, with shipments nearing 2 million tons. read more

The Hass avocado has brought about a significant transformation in Peruvian agriculture, benefiting tens of thousands of families, promoting the formalization of agricultural employment, and positioning the country as a major player in the global Hass avocado market. Arturo Medina, the general manager of ProHass (the Association read more

Morocco experienced significant rainfall in late November and early December, providing relief from the arid conditions of the prolonged seven-year drought. While this rain was uplifting for morale, it is not sufficient to fully alleviate the effects of the long-lasting drought on fruit production. read more

Tanzania will start building a new port in the eastern part of the country in December, putting an end to a decade-long delay caused by previous objections to the initial contract terms with foreign developers. The Bagamoyo port is part of a larger special economic zone plan that incorporates industrial development. read more

Potężne południowo-wschodnie wiatry w ciągu ostatnich dwóch tygodni spowodowały zamieszanie dla kontenerowców załadowujących się w Kapsztadzie.

Strong south-easterly winds over the past two weeks have caused havoc for container vessels loading in Cape Town. read more

The vegetable industry in Ghana anticipates a reduction in food prices if the government implements its plans to enhance agricultural enclave roads. Dr. Felix Mawuli Kamassah, President of the Vegetable Producers and Exporters Association of Ghana, stated that the road improvements proposed for 2026 would be beneficial. read more

South Africa's fruit and vegetable export performance improved in the first three quarters of 2025, reaching a total agricultural export revenue of US$11.7 billion, with fresh produce making up the majority of outbound trade. Overall exports saw a 10% increase year on year. read more

Drugie wydanie Berry Forum 2025 w Ożarowie Mazowieckim zgromadziło ponad 450 plantatorów i przedstawicieli branży z całej Europy. Ponad 40 firm zaprezentowało technologie produkcji truskawek i malin, odzwierciedlając szybki rozwój upraw owoców miękkich pod osłonami.

The second edition of Berry Forum 2025 in Ożarów Mazowiecki brought together more than 450 growers and industry representatives from across Europe. Over 40 companies presented technologies for strawberry and raspberry production, reflecting the rapid development of covered soft fruit. read more

DP World's new Atlas Service completed its first loading operation on 25 November, marking the launch of a dedicated shipping route linking Morocco with the UK and Europe. The first reefer containers were loaded onto the M/V BF Carp at the Port of Agadir before departure to London Gateway. read more

Egypt nadal zwiększa eksport dyni do Włoch, ustanawiając trzeci rok z rzędu nowy rekord - podaje EastFruit. W okresie od stycznia do sierpnia 2025 roku eksporterzy wysłali do Włoch ponad 8000 ton dyni, o wartości prawie 5 milionów dolarów. Wolumen jest trzykrotnie wyższy niż. read more

South Africa continues to send the majority of its fruit exports to regional markets within the Southern African Customs Union and the Southern African Development Community. According to Wandile Sihlobo, chief economist at Agbiz, about 90 cents of every dollar earned from agricultural exports go into these markets. read more

Trops, the Andalusian cooperative with 4,000 growers that produces over 55% of Spain's mango supply and 45% of the peninsula's avocado market, has formalized its acquisition of Frutos Subtropicales Micoma, Aguacates Mijas S. Coop. And. The transaction, approved by the general assemblies of both... read more

South Africa's table grape industry has had a promising start to its new season, with all signs pointing towards the industry potentially reaching close to 80 million export cartons this season. read more

DP World's first Atlas service departed from Agadir this week, a move that the group says is "revolutionizing" fresh produce logistics between Morocco, the UK, and Europe. read more

Egipt nadal zwiększa eksport dyni do Włoch, ustanawiając nowy rekord po raz trzeci z rzędu, według EastFruit. read more

European fruit and vegetable producer organizations have shown concern regarding the European Commission's proposed changes to the EU-Morocco Association Agreement and a new delegated act on origin labeling. Copa and Cogeca, ArefLH, and Eucofel have outlined their stance in a joint letter to the authorities. read more

Morocco has continued to increase its exports of fresh sweet corn to Germany for the second year in a row, as reported by EastFruit. In the first nine months of 2025, Moroccan exporters sent over 2,000 tons of fresh sweet corn to Germany, with a total value of USD 3.83 million. read more