All Africa articles
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NewsSouth Africa’s fruit leaders demand private sector port reform
Hortgro’s outgoing chief executive Anton Rabe says private sector participation in South Africa’s ports is ‘no longer negotiable’
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NewsTempestuous season takes toll on South African grape trade
Geopolitical, logistical and climate disruptions all combine to prompt major shakeup in country’s grape export business
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NewsOZblu Global Grower Conference advances blueberry brand
Event examined how to strengthen the production and marketing supporting the premium blueberry offering
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PodcastsHow EU realignment risks global fruit imports
In the latest FPJ Podcast, Nina Pullman is joined by the FPC’s Nigel Jenney to discuss how the EU-UK reset deal could spell trouble for imports
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NewsSouth African growers recover from devastating flood disruption
Apple and citrus growers in South Africa’s Cape regions are getting back on track after catastrophic floods damaged roads, cut power supplies and halted harvesting
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NewsTropical fruits outperform wider produce market, congress hears
Suppliers and retailers gather for Fruitnet Tropicals Congress, where commercial outlook is very positive despite major challenges
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NewsHow Gen Z is reshaping the grapefruit category
As Gen Z consumers prioritise sustainability alongside health and wellness, the grapefruit category is repositioning itself for a new era
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FeaturesDel Monte on pioneering premium tropicals across European markets
Gianpaolo Renino of the newly-rebranded Del Monte Corporation discusses the group’s strategic approach to tropical fruit innovation
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NewsEgypt’s Pico navigates evolving grape landscape
As warming climate changes production seasons and influences consumer purchases, supplier says adaptability is key
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NewsSouth African lemon deal will end ‘abruptly’ with higher volume
Citrus Growers’ Association updates export forecast after cooler weather and rainfall accelerate fruit development across key regions
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NewsMorocco overtakes Spain as UK’s top mandarin supplier
Combination of Brexit, government investment, and improved access to Nadorcott propels country to top spot
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NewsSouth Africa raises 2026 lemon export forecast
The CGA has increased its lemon export projection by nearly 4mn cartons following favourable growing conditions
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NewsSouth African industry responds to Port of Cape Town’s lowly ranking
South Africa’s fresh fruit export organisations have expressed strategic concerns after Cape Town port was ranked last globally
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NewsLeading the avocado charge across Africa
South Africa remains the market leader, expecting to ship around 21mn cartons this year, while Kenya has emerged as Africa’s second-largest exporter
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NewsSouth Africa risks losing India apple advantage without tariff reform
India remains a key growth market for South African apples and pears, but industry leaders warn the country risks losing its competitive edge
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NewsSummer Citrus from South Africa season begins in US
Summer Citrus from South Africa launches its 2026 season with the first US arrivals expected this month
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FeaturesSouth Africa faces tough avocado season
Some wind damage has been reported in two key growing regions, but other areas are still looking at excellent crops
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PodcastsThe Fresh Ideas Show: El Niño and Trump create waves of disruption
Mike Knowles and Maura Maxwell consider the potential impact of a Super El Niño and continued geopolitical tensions
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NewsSouth Africa’s Flash Gala apples hit record volumes
Premium volumes surge as growers overcome challenges and expand plantings, with over 80 per cent of orchards now at maturity
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NewsCape Town props up port league table as Sati highlights challenges
Logistics continue to be a problem for South African grape growers who use the container port in Cape Town