In the Hex River Valley, growers have had a clear mission: to shorten the harvesting period of their crops so that packing can be completed by week 10, before the grapes are at risk of being rained on. Previously, they did not experience late-season February rain, and it is uncertain whether this change is due to climate change or temporary weather patterns. read more

In 2023/24, Scottish seed potato exports reached over 92,000 tonnes. The primary market is Egypt, accounting for 60% of exports, followed by Morocco at 10%. The remaining exports are distributed among 26 other countries, with volumes ranging from thousands to a few hundred tonnes. Looking ahead, Scotland aims to expand its potato export market. read more

The watermelon season in Mauritania is facing significant logistical challenges that are affecting exports and reducing exporters' profits, despite a strong production and high quality. "Exporters are going to suffer," laments Mauritanian producer and exporter El Mokhtar Mahdaoui. read more

The Popular Party has expressed its concern to the European Commission about the decision of two major European shipping companies, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd, to divert their calls in Spain to ports

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Potato cultivation is declining in the Larache region of northwest Morocco, due to climatic conditions and the attractiveness of other, more profitable crops. Local potato grower Oussama Didouch shares his thoughts on the season. The grower says, "We had to delay planting this season because of." read more

The climatic phenomenon of frost in Morocco, known locally as "jriha," is becoming increasingly pronounced due to climate change and the extreme weather events the country is experiencing. Elkissani Kaoutar, CEO of Mavor, reports on the situation. "The frost phenomenon has always been problematic." read more

Najnowsze dane rynkowe wskazują na znaczące wahania cen bananów w głównych krajach eksportujących, takich jak Kolumbia, Kostaryka, Panama i Gwatemala. W Kostaryce średnia cena wzrosła z 0,86 funta w poprzednim tygodniu do 1,00 funta, co oznacza imponujący wzrost o 17%. Kliknij, aby powiększyć. read more

Since Saturday, January 18, four Moroccan truck drivers, along with a Togolese and a Burkinabe, have gone missing at the border between Burkina Faso and Niger. Their GPS was deactivated and they have had no contact with the outside world. It was later revealed that they were kidnapped by terrorist groups. read more

Despite the numerous challenges in floriculture both domestically and internationally, the question on everyone's mind was how the past year would unfold. Nonetheless, 2024 has proven to be a successful year for Kenyan growers, according to Aart Buizer of Fresco Flowers. "There were certainly many challenges that we faced extensively." read more

As South African stonefruit exporters continue with their shipments to the US market during the mid- to late-season, they are relieved that a potential strike at ports along the US East Coast has been avoided. read more

Mediterranean Shipping Company has reportedly enhanced its India-Africa Service, which provides refrigerated cargo connections between West and South Africa, the Gulf, and India. read more

Changes in supply, as well as shifts within different categories of table grapes, will impact the future growth of markets in the East and the US for South African exporters. read more

The Spanish farmers' organization COAG will be pursuing legal action against importers of Moroccan tomatoes for tax fraud. Andrés Góngora from COAG confirmed this during a webinar discussing the implications of the European Court of Justice's ruling that declared the free trade agreement between the EU and Morocco. read more

Sezon ziemniaków w Egipcie przebiega z eksportem do krajów arabskich i afrykańskich, a wkrótce rozpocznie się za kilka dni w Europie. Według Abd el-Kadera Habony'ego: "Świeże ziemniaki są niecierpliwie oczekiwane w Europie, a my jesteśmy gotowi z dobrą ilością, jakością i cenami". Według Habony'ego, obszar read more

As in previous years around this time, there is a slowdown in prices and export dynamics of Spanish citrus. This is attributed to the significant import of inexpensive Egyptian oranges, as reported by the Spanish growers' association La Unió Llauradora. The association believes that solutions are necessary to address this issue. read more

The Rwandan government is currently working on developing bio-fortified varieties of Irish potatoes with the aim of addressing malnutrition and stunting. These potatoes are an important component of Rwanda's crop intensification program and are being enriched with essential nutrients, particularly iron and zinc. Currently, 12 varieties are being developed. read more

"What will the onion market do? 'Whoever knows may say,' responds Maarten van Damme of Dacomex from Sint-Maartensdijk. 'It is a typical January market, and we are facing a turning point. This makes everyone cautious and hesitant to stock up.' 'The last orders for Africa are currently being." read more

Amro Yassin of Egyptian produce exporter Stars of Export stated, "The spring onion season in Egypt has been quite volatile this year. The early harvest in October was very positive." read more

The stone fruit season from South Africa is in full swing. Apricots, nectarines, peaches, and plums from the sunny regions of southern Africa can now be found in retail fruit departments. These highlights, both in terms of appearance and flavor, bring the freshness of the South African summer. read more

Spain has fallen out of the top 10 as it was overtaken by Egypt, Indonesia, and Ukraine, according to Faostat. read more