Tanzania is prioritizing horticulture as a key driver for future agricultural development, according to Deputy Minister Stanislaus Nyong'o. He highlighted that the sector, which employs many women and youth, is crucial for job creation, boosting exports, and enhancing food security. read more

South Africa is challenging the EU's phytosanitary measures on citrus fruits at the World Trade Organization (WTO), measures that the EU considers necessary to protect the market from harmful insects and diseases that could threaten European crops, in particular. read more

Farmer and agricultural leaders in Rwanda are optimistic about the newly launched Rwanda Agricultural Biotechnology Program, which aims to enhance crop productivity over the next five years. With over $9.8 million in funding from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the program has garnered significant support. read more

Nova Siri Genetics is continuing to strengthen its international presence by entering new regions for berry production. The Italian company specializing in berry breeding has reported significant success with its early strawberry varieties in Spain, Italy, and North Africa, and is now looking to expand into other regions. read more

Apple varieties in South Africa with low chill requirements are thriving, with nearly 500 hectares of these cultivars already planted in the warmer regions of the country. read more

The 2023-2024 Egyptian citrus season has started well, with a positive atmosphere and high morale. Production is characterized by a more even distribution of sizes, in contrast to the previous season which had predominantly small sizes. Volumes have increased, and the climate factor is causing serious... read more

Długo oczekiwani producenci i eksporterzy truskawek w Egipcie wreszcie mają organizację, która ich łączy. Rada Producentów i Eksporterów Truskawek została utworzona w tym miesiącu, pomimo że Egipt był jednym z wiodących producentów i eksporterów świeżych i mrożonych truskawek przez wiele lat. read more

Namibia and Botswana have imposed a ban on South African citrus and vegetables, extending it until 2025. This decision is aimed at promoting local production and reducing dependency on South African imports, which are substantial given South Africa's role as a major food supplier in Africa. read more

The Data Management Platform AgrigateOne's Tech Day this week was launched by South Africa's Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, live from Parliament where the department's budget report was being presented. Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen spoke at the AgrigateOne Tech Day, which was founded by. read more

Bananas grown in the Spanish Canary Islands are not the only ones produced in a European country. In fact, while bananas are cultivated far from the European mainland, near the Atlantic coasts of Africa, there are also bananas grown in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea. read more

A deal between South Africa's state-owned logistics company, Transnet, and a company owned by Filipino billionaire Enrique Razon to expand and operate the largest container port in sub-Saharan Africa in Durban has been temporarily halted. read more

Two South African fruit growing and marketing companies have expanded their presence in the South African apple and pear industry by acquiring Western Cape fruit farms that were formerly owned by Capespan Agri. read more

AP Moller-Maersk has announced the launch of its new seasonal ocean service, the Korosho Express, specifically designed to support the cashew trade in Tanzania. read more

Morocco is planning to resume the export of mandarins to Russia by the end of this year after a temporary suspension, as reported by Rue20. read more

Légumes de France and the Tomatoes and Cucumbers of France association are pleased with two rulings issued by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) on October 4th. As a result of these decisions, Western Sahara will no longer be able to benefit from the 2019 EU-Morocco trade agreement. read more

During an agricultural technology event, Justin Chadwick of the Citrus Growers' Association expressed his frustration that, despite the private sector's collective efforts over many years to persuade the South African government about the benefits of port privatization, the government's initial attempt at outsourcing port operations fell short. read more

Rwanda has launched a program with the goal of improving the production of cassava and potatoes by incorporating genetically modified varieties that are resistant to diseases, pests, and drought conditions. The Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (RAB), in collaboration with the African... read more

W sezonie 2023/24 Ukraina odnowiła skutecznie import pomarańczy, co oznacza trzeci sezon z rzędu w obliczu pełnoskalowej agresji ze strony Rosji, według EastFruit. Od listopada 2023 do czerwca 2024 ukraińscy importerzy sprowadzili 65 000 ton pomarańczy, przewyższając całą. read more

LGS Specialty Sales, an importer of citrus, avocados, grapes, and persimmons, has provided an update on the shift from southern hemisphere fruit to Moroccan citrus in preparation for the IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show in Atlanta. "This year, we are grateful for an earlier beginning to the Moroccan season." read more

A roadmap for negotiating living wages in the banana industry of Côte d'Ivoire has been signed by banana companies, workers unions, retailers, state actors, and ILO under the framework of Decent Work and Shared Responsibility. The approval of the agreement marks the end of a three-year program. read more