Africa news archive – Page 8
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ArticleFATA Farms embraces options when it comes to varieties
The Egyptian producer is developing new varieties of stonefruit and grapes, while blueberries are the latest addition to the group’s portfolio
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ArticleFruit exporters remain concerned about Cape Town port problems
Hortgro, SATI, and FPEF issue joint statement with Transnet in move to reassure trade that recent logistical challenges can be overcome in time for the new deciduous fruit campaigns
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ArticleHoud ElNile welcomes high demand
The strength of demand for Egyptian citrus has come as a surprise to some exporters, particularly from Egypt’s main competitor, Spain
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ArticleSeed breeders welcome landmark decision on EDVs
Ruling raises serious questions over the question of uniqueness in horticultural breeding, and could bring cases like the high-profile Nadorcott-Tango dispute to a close
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NewsAGOA deal a key part of South Africa’s citrus future
It’s crunch time as the US AGOA debate moves to Johannesburg to settle crucial issues over the renewal of the trade deal
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NewsStable stonefruit crop for South Africa
With the stonefruit season now up and running, the country’s growers expect an improved campaign – but several challenges remain
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ArticleWonderful unites Southern Hemisphere citrus growers
California-based grower symposium is hailed as a special event for Southern Hemisphere citrus producers
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ArticleANB benefits from Norwegian capital
The partnership between South Africa’s ANB Group of companies and the Norwegian Investment Fund, Norfund, is set to develop further
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ArticleBoost in fight against False Codling Moth
Pioneering work in the fight against False Codling Moth has been rewarded in South Africa by the Western Cape government
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ArticlePink Star rises to meet year-round raspberry demand
Expansion of Huelva trial with Berrynest and development of production in Morocco with Agrovision marks start of exciting chapter for new berry brand
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ArticleiBerry adds blackberries to its product range
One of Morocco’s leading fresh berry suppliers has marked its tenth anniversary with a further portfolio expansion
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ArticleWestfalia Fruit unveils virtual Orchard of the Future
Project aims to develop and refine sustainable farming practices for the avocado industry
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ArticleGlobal Berry Congress covers biggest topics in berry business
Leading event for the international berry industry brings large number of expert speakers to Rotterdam in the Netherlands on 28 November 2023
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ArticleG-Berries enters blueberry business with Naike Blueberry Club
Italian breeding company looks to build on strong reputation in raspberries through new partnership venture that will grow sales of blueberries developed in Argentina
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ArticleWestern Cape flood impact becomes clearer
Activities in the Western Cape’s main fruit regions have been severely disrupted by recent floods, Hortgro has confirmed
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ArticleBlueberry industry ‘set for growth’
Rabobank forecasts long-term rise in global blueberry exports, with consumption robust despite inflationary environment
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ArticleHope springs eternal for South African logistics
A number of initiatives may open the door for a recovery at the country’s ports, which could boost the agriculture and export sectors
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ArticleFairtrade announces global award winners
The 2023 Fairtrade Global Awards recognise companies that drive sustainable growing and trading practices
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ArticleNew easy-to-pick AVA raspberries are ‘works of art’
AVA Monet and AVA Dali will enter into year-round commercial production in 2024, offering Angus Soft Fruit growers premium quality, large fruit and low picking costs
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Article‘Balance needed’ in avo sector after ‘season of discontent’
High volumes and quality issues made it a difficult summer on the European avocado market and some producers have already started to scale back plantings