An article on the BBC discusses working conditions in the Kenyan flower industry. The article, titled 'Toiling on a Kenyan flower farm to send fresh roses to Europe,' describes the experiences of some flower workers in Kenya. The article highlights the harsh working conditions that workers have to endure.
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Zimbabwe aims to become a key blueberry supplier.
2024-09-25 12:00
Zimbabwe is celebrating the recent approval for its avocados to be exported to China, but it's not the only sector experiencing growth. The blueberry industry is also preparing for rapid expansion.
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Egyptian chili peppers are expected to increase in price by 30% this season according to forecasts.
2024-09-25 00:00
Egyptian chilies will soon be available on the market. FreshPlaza points out that only a few Egyptian chili exporters currently ship to Europe, including Mohamed Awwad, the CEO of Al Awwad for Import and Export.
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W celu podniesienia eksportu rolniczego Tanzanii, Ministerstwo Rolnictwa, we współpracy z Tanzanijskim Władztwem Ochrony Roślin i Pestycydów (TPHPA) oraz projektem STREPHIT, we współpracy z Organizacją ds. Żywności i Rolnictwa (FAO) i finansowanym przez Unię Europejską (UE), podjęło działania.
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Potato planting has begun in Egypt for the 2025 season.
2024-09-25 00:00
The potato growing season in Egypt for the 2025 season has started. Yassen Abdelhay, export advisor for Arafa for Export and Agriculture Development, stated, "We anticipate a successful season this year with potential new export opportunities in Asia and Africa." Abdelhay added, "Our planting season...
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Uganda has implemented digital traceability systems to enhance the competitiveness of its produce exports.
2024-09-25 00:00
Uganda is improving its agricultural sector by implementing a digital traceability system to boost the global competitiveness of its fruit and vegetable farmers. The Re-engineering of Uganda's Sanitary and Phytosanitary Inspection of Horticulture Exports (RUSH) initiative is part of this effort.
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The influence of market connections on Kenya's agricultural exports
2024-09-25 00:00
Kenya's agricultural sector is a key driver of the nation's economy, accounting for approximately 33% of the GDP and providing employment for over 40% of the population, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS). The export market has shown significant diversification beyond traditional products.
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W świecie dojrzewania owoców, etylen odgrywa dużą rolę w optymalizacji procesu dojrzewania. "Zaletą etylenu w procesie dojrzewania jest niezaprzeczalna, ponieważ zapewnia on jednolite dojrzewanie, minimalizuje stres owoców i poprawia ogólną jakość" - mówi Sidney Van der Maal z Trofi Pack. Firma ta ma siedzibę w Holandii.
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Citrus fruits analyzed in Valencian supermarkets have more active ingredients than recommended.
2024-09-25 00:00
The Unió Llauradora has detected that supermarkets and hypermarkets in the Valencian Community are much more tolerant and permissive with the active pesticide ingredients in citrus fruits imported from South Africa than those in
read moreIn Siracusa, the first global summit of farmers.
2024-09-25 00:00
World agricultural organizations are coming together for the first time to send a strong message to governments at the opening of the G7 Agriculture meeting in Syracuse. At the center of the summit, which will focus on the African continent, is the need to support the agricultural sector.
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The EU's Green Deal represents an "opportunity" for Morocco.
2024-09-24 14:00
According to Minister of Agriculture Mohammed Sadiki, the Green Deal should not be viewed as a limitation for Morocco. Instead, it should be seen as an opportunity to further modernize the country's agricultural practices, enhance its farming sector, and solidify its position in international markets.
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Berries ZA is expanding its reach in the Eastern region.
2024-09-24 13:00
The South African berry industry, which has traditionally relied on Europe and the UK, has been quietly working to expand its access to markets in the East for a while now.
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Vantage Capital finalizes a €14.0m deal with SPMS.
2024-09-24 00:00
Vantage Capital, a mezzanine fund manager based in Africa, has finalized a €14 million mezzanine investment in Société de Production Maraîchère Samir S.A. (SPMS). This investment is intended to support the company's investment program. SPMS was founded by Moroccan agronomists Mr. Samir.
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ASAJA Alicante stated that the damage caused by thrips to pomegranates is purely aesthetic and does not affect their quality.
2024-09-24 00:00
ASAJA Alicante believes that the Denomination of Origin Granada Mollar de Elche has been overly alarmist in reporting the damage caused by South African thrips to the crops. ASAJA Alicante wants to emphasize that only the appearance of the fruit was affected and not all the fruit was damaged.
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"Skutki zmian klimatycznych dla rolnictwa Egiptu są głębokie, ale nie są one nie do pokonania."
2024-09-24 00:00
Climate change has become a prominent topic in agricultural news, especially in countries such as Egypt. Situated in North Africa, Egypt is one of the most susceptible regions in the world to climate change. The area has been experiencing persistent drought for several years, as indicated by satellite images.
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The import of oranges faced a challenging season.
2024-09-24 00:00
Seald Sweet's GT Parris has stated that importing oranges from both Chile and South Africa has been challenging this season. The supply has been limited throughout the season, with both countries experiencing a decrease of 20-30 percent from the initial projections made at the beginning of the season. This reduction in supply is attributed to cold weather conditions.
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Kenya is increasing its imports of electricity from Ethiopia.
2024-09-24 00:00
Kenya's electricity imports from Ethiopia increased by 88 percent in the first six months (H1) of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, as the East African nation sought more affordable hydropower, according to a report by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) released on Friday.
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In Nigeria, the introduction of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) is being closely examined as a large coalition of over 100 civil society organizations, farmers, scientists, legal experts, and academics is calling for a halt to the adoption of GMOs. This unified position is emerging in the country.
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"Morocco's blueberry industry is expected to exceed Mexico's in a couple of years."
2024-09-24 00:00
The blueberry industry gathered in Morocco for the XXXIII International Blueberry Seminar this September, bringing together experts, entrepreneurs, and investors with local producers in Tangier. The seminar featured a detailed agenda that addressed various aspects of blueberry cultivation, including agronomic practices and...
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Egypt's agricultural exports have exceeded 6.4 million tons.
2024-09-24 00:00
Egipt has reported an agricultural export volume exceeding 6.4 million tons for the current year, according to a briefing by Mohamed El-Mansy, the head of the Egyptian Agricultural Quarantine, to the Minister of Agriculture, Alaa Farouk. This figure represents an increase of over 529,000 tons from the.
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