In a season where South African blueberry growers are increasingly looking towards the East, shipments to traditional markets are now surpassing those of the previous campaign. read more

This milestone was reached after the weather normalized following a period of fluctuating temperatures in the spring. Producers are now reporting optimal growing conditions and excellent plant health. The early harvest begins in January, with the highest read more

The Berkane region in eastern Morocco, one of the country's main areas for citrus cultivation, has been severely affected by the ongoing drought. The decrease in agricultural land and closure of packing facilities has reached alarming levels, resulting in a significant decline in overall citrus production in Morocco. read more

Vicente Dalmau, head of the Plant Health Service of the Valencian Government, participated in the annual meeting of the ATRIA Network, organized by the Agri-food Cooperatives of the Valencian Community, where he presented the latest data on the scope of

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Pepper production in Morocco has decreased this week as a result of the colder temperatures and increased viral pressure from TSW and PMMV in the Souss Massa region. Obeida Mansour, a pepper producer in Agadir, reported a production decline of 30 to 40% on his farms. "Temperatures have read more

In Morocco, the blueberry sector continues to achieve success: this season, a production of approximately 80,000 tons is estimated, which is 18.8% more than the previous record harvest of the last campaign. Last year, the North African country exported 67,300 tons of them. read more

Według EastFruit, Egipt, znany ze swoich starożytnych piramid i bogatej kultury, posiada także inny skarb ukryty w swoich żyznych ziemiach: obfitość owoców zimowych. Ta obfitość nie jest przypadkowa, ponieważ bogata gleba i korzystny klimat Egiptu przyczyniają się do różnorodności i stałego dostępu do owoców. read more

The Association of Friends of the Environment has sent a letter to Interior Minister Abdelouafi Laftit, calling for an immediate cessation of watermelon cultivation in the Zagora region. This request is made in the context of a worsening water crisis, with the region already facing serious water shortages. read more

BioTherm ogłosił wprowadzenie na rynek swojego Ultimate Grower Climate Control System - kompleksowego rozwiązania zaprojektowanego do optymalizacji każdego aspektu zarządzania środowiskiem w przestrzeniach uprawowych. Ta technologia łączy precyzję, efektywność i wydajność, aby dostarczyć uprawcom kompleksowe

BioTherm has announced the launch of its Ultimate Grower Climate Control System—an all-in-one solution designed to optimize every aspect of environmental management in cultivation spaces. This technology combines precision, efficiency, and performance to provide growers with comprehensive read more

Hiszpania uruchomiła projekt pilotażowy w Porcie Algeciras w celu wzmocnienia kontroli nad importem produktów rolnych z krajów trzecich, ze szczególnym naciskiem na Maroko. Ta inicjatywa, która ma się rozszerzyć na porty w Barcelonie i Walencji, ma na celu skonsolidowanie procedur inspekcji pod bezpośrednim nadzorem. read more

According to EastFruit, Den Berk Délice has opened its first in-house greenhouse in Agadir, Morocco. By taking full control of foreign cultivation, Den Berk Délice guarantees consistent quality and taste for its customers all year round. read more

Pierwsze południowoafrykańskie owoce kamienne sezonu dotarły do Indii, w tym nektarynki, brzoskwinie i śliwki. read more

The Egyptian government has decided to reduce subsidies for exports, including agricultural exports, starting from November 1, 2024. In the agricultural sector, subsidies have been decreased from 8-10% to 2.4-3% of invoiced amounts. This change has particularly affected agricultural exporters. read more

Aurea Agro, a member of the Aurea Capital Partners Group, has entered into a strategic agreement with the Spanish company Alcoaxarquia, located in Malaga. Alcoaxarquia is a key player in the global organic mangoes and avocados market, with operations in Spain, South America, and Morocco. This partnership will enable... read more

"Many imported products can be found at the Dakar market in Senegal, mainly citrus fruits from Morocco, bananas from the Ivory Coast, and apples from South Africa. However, there is no shortage of European products," reported Renzo Piraccini, President of Macfrut, during his visit to the African. read more

A shortage of table grapes has been reported in many key markets, leading to very high prices ahead of the crucial Christmas to New Year's sales period. The earlier finish of the California, Spain, and Italy seasons, along with a delayed start to South Africa's season, is making for a challenging situation. read more

The production of fresh tomatoes is expected to decrease during the winter season, with a focus on growing smaller varieties. This is the projected trend for the tomato market leading up to 2035. The decline in fresh tomato production is anticipated to be a major development. Meanwhile, the consumption of fresh... read more

Prosper Africa is driving agricultural production and improving environmental and social impact in Morocco through Vantage Capital's €14 million ($15.2 million) investment in Société de Production Maraîchère Samir S.A. (SPMS), a Moroccan producer of red fruits and tomatoes. read more

A new study conducted by CABI has investigated the possible range of Acerophagus papayae, a parasitic wasp known for effectively managing the papaya mealybug (Paracoccus marginatus) in Africa. Published in the journal Biological Control, the research used predictive modeling to evaluate read more

South Africa's agriculture sector had a year of mixed fortunes, with success varying depending on the subsector or crop. Grains, oilseeds, and livestock, especially cattle, encountered challenges due to drought and diseases, affecting yields and animal health in regions like the Eastern. read more