Africa news archive – Page 11
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ArticleIntercitrus calls for tougher EU stance on RSA citrus imports
It wants EU to set up centralised system to log temperature readings to prove that cold treatment rules are being followed
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ArticleMediterranean droughts threaten UK fresh produce supplies
Extreme weather in southern Europe will reduce yields and make fresh fruit and vegetables more expensive in Britain, according to new study
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ArticleMixed feelings as BRICS Summit heads to South Africa
The South African fruit sector will be closely watching this month’s BRICS summit in Johannesburg
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NewsChanges afoot for South African rail
The country’s rail network begins the process of involving the private sector
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NewsDavid Hughes to discuss grapes in Cape Town
The man dubbed ‘Dr Food’ will be one of the keynote speakers at the International Table Grape Symposium in Cape Town
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NewsEU CBS rules “unscientific and irrational”
CBS is in the spotlight again as the South African citrus industry points finger at EU’s position
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ArticleWest Africa growers bless the rains
Concerns over changeable climatic conditions are very real across West Africa, but pineapple and mango growers say this year’s ample rainfall has been good for yields
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ArticleHortgro weighs up EU Green Deal
There are significant opportunities for South African growers in the EU Green Deal, but they may also face formidable challenges
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NewsInvestment in emerging black growers is paying off
Economic Transformation of Black Citrus Growers Programme in South Africa is showing success after initial problems with its implementation
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ArticleSouth African fruit industry welcomes new Durban port deal
Observers ask port operator Transnet to extend private sector involvement to other ports in the country.
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NewsSCSA marks 25 years of shipping citrus to the US
Summer Citrus from South Africa looks back on “humble beginnings” and its long-standing partnership with Holt Logistics
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ArticleTwo South African categories predict export drop
The country’s avocado and citrus export volumes will be down on previous estimations, according to new figures
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NewsFull scope of Western Cape flood damage still unknown
South Africa’s Citrus Growers’ Association (CGA) asks for swift disaster declaration to help Western Cape citrus growers after floods
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ArticleICTSI named as equity partner in Durban Container Terminal
Manila-based ICTSI is a leading independent global developer and operator of origin and destination container terminals
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ArticleSmurfit Kappa makes North African debut
Global packaging manufacturer unveils new plant in Morocco
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ArticleChallenging season for South African stonefruit
While low volumes and logistical problems hurt the campaign, producer profitability increased and marketing activities proved successful
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ArticleSouth Africa has its say on AGOA
Future removal from the American Growth and Opportunities Act would have dire consequences for South African citrus
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NewsSouth Africa to shape grape campaign in Hong Kong
South African grapes ends three-year promotional campaign in China and uses off-season to discuss the future
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NewsSouth African apple and pear exports “significantly down”
Tough conditions have taken their toll on the country’s apple and pear exports this season
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ArticleWestfalia Fruit welcomes new chair of the board
Dr Khotso Mokhele is an internationally recognised scientist who has served on the HMH board since 2013