Africa news archive
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South African grapes make “significant gains” in eastern markets
As the country’s grape sector goes into winter recess, growers can look back on further progress following the conclusion of campaigns in China and Vietnam
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First new season South African clementines arrive in US
South African summer citrus marketing season in the US kicks off with first containers landing in port of Philadelphia
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Consumers want greater support for avocado growers amid climate change threat
Charity Christian Aid calls for action on emissions as water stress in key production regions like Mexico, Spain and Chile leaves future of avocado supply in doubt
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Del Monte announces Kenyan biofertiliser partnership
Partnering with Vellsam Materias Bioactivas on fruit residues, Del Monte says the new plant marks an initial step in biofertiliser production
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Tru-Cape partners with Food Lover's Market to feed South Africans
May is Hunger Month in South Africa and Tru-Cape continues to support the drive to feed hungry people
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South African blueberry season kicks off
Further growth of 10 per cent is anticipated for South Africa’s exports as the 2024 season slowly gets underway
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Oppy welcomes apple crop
The group’s supply covers a range of varieties and spans Washington, New Zealand, South Africa and Chile
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CBS now prevalent in Tunisia, new study claims
CGC says this disproves South African assertions that the disease is unable to adapt to Mediterranean climate
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Siza: farms can play big role in combatting climate change
The Sustainability Initiative of South Africa has become a household name in the South African and international fresh produce sector and plays a crucial role in the pursuit of sustainability
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Pals offers means to help transform South Africa
Partners in Agri Land Solutions is a relatively new initiative steering land reform in South Africa, and is making waves by creating new opportunities for people all over South Africa
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Kissabel enjoys growth in Southern Hemisphere
The Australian campaign for Kissabel is set to continue until June to raise brand awareness, while efforts to expand the commercial window in Chile continue and South Africa prepares for the first tests in 2025
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Zahra Food Industries empowers refugees in Uganda with new cereal bars
Ugandan supplier launches breakfast bars containing tropical fruit and nuts from refugee communities
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Costa releases 2023 Sustainability Report
Costa adds five solar energy systems in Australia and implements more sustainable packaging
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Support offered to black citrus growers in Eastern Cape
A new R1.2m agreement will support the commercialisation prospects of black citrus producers and break down export barriers
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Westfalia Fruit celebrates arrival of first seafreighted Kenyan avocados in India
The company is the market leader in India and largest importer of avocados over the last two years
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Comment: No time to waste on supply chain emissions
When it comes to assessing the carbon footprint of your business, it’s time to face up to net zero’s biggest challenge, says Ben Jones of Aethr Associates
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Changing climate poses challenge for Egyptian stonefruit
Later, shorter winters are creating quality issues for Egyptian stonefruit producers, while an early season in Spain is further limiting the supply window
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Stonefruit season concludes in South Africa
The country saw mixed results this season, but exporters anticipate great opportunities in the future
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January felt “almost like the old days” for South African exports
Difficult times in the opening month of the year remembered as the South African table grape industry retires to take stock and plan for next season
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French tomato growers protest rise in Moroccan imports
Producers from Légumes de France staged protests at retailers in multiple cities last week, while Fepex argues growing tomato imports are causing a decline in EU production and price crises