Sektor rolnictwa w Kenii otrzymał w budżecie na lata 2024–2025 54,6 miliarda szylingów, jak ogłosił Sekretarz Skarbu Njuguna Ndung'u. Finansowanie to ma na celu różne inicjatywy mające na celu transformację krajobrazu rolniczego Kenii. Według Ndung'u, cele obejmują... read more

The captivating deep red color initially caught the attention of Alexander Gibson from Doornkraal Agri in the Witzenberg Valley near Ceres to the South African Bigbucks apple variety. "The price potential, especially in the Eastern markets, and pack-out rates were equally appealing, and today I can say that." read more

Chile, Argentina, Peru, Uruguay, and South Africa are currently all looking to purchase citrus fruits. One common challenge these countries are facing this season is the impact of adverse weather conditions. Droughts, heavy rain, and strong winds are affecting either the volume or quality of the citrus products available. read more

Finland has applauded Kenya's decision to export horticultural produce by sea rather than air, describing it as environmentally sustainable. read more

In comparison to the period before the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, the fruit market and sales have decreased in the week following the festival, with durian sales experiencing the most significant decline. On the other hand, American Washington cherries and South African blood oranges are now being introduced to the market. read more

As anticipation grows for the government's main budget for 2024/25, scheduled to be presented in the National Assembly, the horticultural champion has submitted a wish list to boost the multi-million-dollar industry. The Tanzania Horticultural Association (TAHA) has proposed important fiscal reforms. read more

The annual Ozblu Global Grower Conference gathered over 200 growers, industry experts, customers, staff, and suppliers in South Africa on June 6-7, focusing on the theme of 'growing together'. read more

The Egyptian fresh strawberry season is coming to a close, paving the way for frozen strawberries. Amr Kadah, Export Manager at Fruit.farm, provides a positive evaluation of the season. Kadah stated, "Despite a 6-7% increase in surface area, surpassing 50,000 feddans (21,000 ha), production was..." read more

Egyptian onion producers and exporters were anticipating a successful season after the export ban was lifted in early April. However, they have been disappointed as the demand has not materialized, as reported by Mohamad Hassan, Export Sales Manager at Al Gamal. Hassan stated: "Following last year's read more

Over the past five years, Egypt has greatly increased its exports of vegetables and fruits to Poland, almost doubling the volume according to reports from EastFruit. By the end of 2023, Egypt rose to the ninth position in the supplier rankings for these commodities in the Polish market, a significant achievement. read more

Fairtrade International supports the objectives of the EU Organic Regulation to enhance the organic integrity of production. However, full compliance with the regulation in its current form may negatively affect Fairtrade certified organic producers and traders in Africa, Asia, and other regions. read more

In the last five years, Egypt has greatly increased its exports of vegetables and fruits to Poland, almost doubling the volume according to reports from EastFruit. By the end of 2023, Egypt rose to the ninth position in the supplier rankings for these commodities in the Polish market, a significant accomplishment. read more

Not only in Germany and Europe, but also in the global onion market, the 2023/24 season was turbulent. Export bans in India and Egypt, as well as a large supply of Chinese onions, impacted the European market. After the first half of the season, read more

Spring climate anomalies have impacted the Italian fruit production, especially on some stone fruits, but investments in plant protection and a strategy of expanding and diversifying production areas allow the Alegra Group to... read more

The Verna lemon campaign has started with increased stability and "livelier sales," according to Bartolomé Rodríguez from the Murcian company Sixto Lemon, which has already concluded the Fino lemon campaign. "Our campaign is currently in full swing and things are going quite well; however, read more

At the end of the Moroccan Nadorcott campaign in March-April, the Moroccan citrus season abruptly came to a close. Many growers decided not to engage in the production of the Maroc Late variety this season, including Abdellah Agga of Yanour Logistic. Agga stated, "Although the..." read more

Egyptian Medjool dates are currently in the 'kamry' stage, characterized by their large green color. According to Ramadan Elsayyad, the export manager at Palm Hills Dates, "the upcoming season is looking promising in terms of production, with good quality and size, as well as higher volumes." Elsayyad also mentioned that the cultivation area is expanding every season. read more

Floriculture is a unique agricultural blend that is taking root in Laikipia County. Here, a vibrant tapestry of colorful flowers is transforming the landscape. The floriculture industry is bringing economic prosperity and aesthetic benefits to the region. According to statistics by the Embassy read more

The Egyptian orange season has come to a close, except for producers who delayed the harvest and stored the fruit on the trees, a risky practice, according to Amgad Nessem, Export Manager at El Teriak Farms. The exporter explains: "Because of an oversupply in Europe, due to the Red Sea crisis, read more

Floriculture is a distinctive agricultural sector that is flourishing in Laikipia County. In this area, a diverse array of vibrant flowers is reshaping the scenery. The floriculture industry is contributing to economic growth and providing aesthetic advantages to the region. According to data from the Embassy read more