Africa news archive – Page 21
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NewsRejoicePro targets next level for Egypt
Mina Eissa, formerly of Egyptian exporter Ghabbour Farms, founded RejoicePro Consulting in 2018 with the aim of helping growers in Egypt to export their fresh produce
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NewsSouth Africa leads the way on edible flower exports
Yukon International and PicoGro are looking to set the standard in what is an appealing category for the foodservice industry in particular
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NewsSouth African avocados set to arrive in Europe
Early delays in shipping have not dampened optimism for the South African avocado season
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NewsAwdi Gardens eager to show off quality of Lebanese produce
Having experienced rapid growth in its grape exports to markets across the globe, Lebanese producer Awdi Gardens sees potential for Lebanese cherries, plums and kiwifruit
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NewsAsiafruit Fresh Produce India edition out now
Special event issue provides an in-depth look at the Indian market, plus Fresh Focus South African Table Grapes 2024 inside
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NewsSouth African oranges gain access to Vietnam
New agreement will boost shipments of South African oranges to the East
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NewsBig plans for seedless lemons in South Africa
The ultimate aim is to ensure that the retail shelves around the world are stocking seedless lemons
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NewsMore support needed for banana producers hit by climate and costs
The growing impact of climate change and soaring production costs mean urgent action to address unsustainable banana prices is essential, according to Fairtrade Foundation
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NewsClimate change poses “enormous threat” to banana business
United Nations economist predicts price increases for consumers as temperature rises make it harder to protect existing production
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NewsMSC opens new coldstore near port of Durban
Citrus sources say the facility will make a major contribution to the South African citrus industry, achieving its Vision 260 objectives
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NewsCôte d’Ivoire banana industry makes progress on living wage
Banana exporters and trade unions agree joint strategy to negotiate living wages
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AnalysisAnalysis: Could US east coast imports change forever?
As more and more Moroccan citrus and Chilean table grapes arrive in containers rather than reefer ships, there are major consequences for logistics and terminal operators along the Delaware River
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NewsDole joins Global Women Fresh on International Women’s Day
World’s biggest fruit and vegetable supplier commits to take part in projects that promote gender equality and female empowerment across the entire industry
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NewsSpanish group demands action after Hep A alert on Moroccan strawberries
Farmers union in Valencia has asked Spain’s Minister of Agriculture to act over reported discovery of Hepatitis A in February
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NewsFlying Swans’ Ethiopia project secures €11.7m backing
New fresh produce distribution centre near Addis Ababa could make it easier for suppliers of avocados and other fresh produce to reach international export markets
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NewsCentenary celebration for SRCC in South Africa’s lemon valley
The region is looking forward to excellent quality this season, while the fruit’s biggest packer, SRCC, celebrates 100 years in the citrus business
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NewsDelassus president appointed to lead Maroc Citrus
Leading Moroccan exporter Kacem Bennani Smires succeeds Moulay M’Hamed Loultiti of Copag as president of interprofessional body
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NewsMarquis Macadamias Group restructures
Global Macadamias and Marquis Macadamias part ways as part of company restructuring
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NewsEgypt’s new DNA lab set to be ready for new grape season
Following multiple efforts to prevent infringement of plant breeders’ rights in Egypt, the country is now introducing grape DNA fingerprinting in time for the new campaign
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NewsSouth African port operator appoints new CEO
Michelle Phillips has been handed the top job at Transnet, the struggling logistics operator responsible for a string of delays and disruption in the country’s ports