All Africa articles – Page 14
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NewsRussia turning to Egypt for citrus and potatoes
Demand for Egyptian citrus is on the rise in many markets around the world, and that includes Russia, with Egyptian potatoes also helping to complement domestic production
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NewsGood times ahead for South Africa
Anton Rabe, executive director at Hortgro, predicts a very exciting time for the South African fruit sector in the years to come
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NewsCape Town port problems cost apple and pear industry €52mn a year
Two-a-Day managing director Attie van Zyl tells provincial agriculture minister Ivan Meyer more must be done to address situation
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NewsNamibia's table grape export campaign to begin
Small volumes will start moving next week, with shipments through the port of Walvis Bay expected to increase this year
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NewsSouth African cherries ready for expansion
New varieties will provide fresh impetus for growth in the country’s cherry industry
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NewsKenyan avocados held back by logistical challenges
Significant rainfall was good news for this year’s avocado crop in Kenya, but increased transit times to Europe have created headaches for exporters
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NewsThailand offers opportunities for South African citrus
The return of South African apples and pears to Thailand will inspire other fruit sectors to increase activity in the country
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NewsWestfalia Fruit celebrates first South African avocado shipment to India
Arrival marks significant milestone for South African avocado industry following completion of long-awaited phytosanitary agreement
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NewsKenya restricts avocado exports by sea
As the avocado season comes to a close in Kenya, the Horticulture Directorate has judged that there are insufficient volumes of mature fruit to justify exports by sea, but air shipments can continue
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NewsTurn promises into action on biodiversity, says UN chief
The World Biodiversity Conference begins this week in Cali, Colombia, with a focus on the halt of species loss and ecosystems by 2030 and a call for action
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NewsWestfalia Fruit appoints Chris Bush as group CEO
Bush brings extensive global grocery retail experience, having previously worked at DFI Retail Group and Tesco
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NewsGreenyard denies it plans to merge with The Fruit Farm Group
Newspaper report in De Standaard suggests proposal is being considered by Greenyard’s independent directors
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NewsCGA reacts to Durban container terminal investment setback
The legal issues surrounding investment in Durban’s Pier 2 container terminal will take time to resolve, according to Justin Chadwick
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NewsLow-chill apples show promise in South Africa
As the first hot climate apple varieties are tested in South Africa, Culdevco says the low-chill varieties are doing well
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NewsDurban port investment hits roadblock
Hopes that private investment in South African ports will be accelerated are dashed by a court order
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NewsMaersk supports Tanzania’s cashew trade
New Korosho Express bi-weekly seasonal ocean service will operate from Mtwara to destination markets in China, India and Vietnam
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News‘End of an era’ as Capespan farms return to growers
As the farm that gave birth to Appletiser is sold to Dennegeur, and another Zeder asset goes to Betko, growers suggest South Africa’s fruit industry deregulation is complete
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NewsMorocco to resume mandarin exports to Russia
Shipments are set to begin again by the end of this year
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NewsRoadmap agreed for living wages in Côte d’Ivoire
Following a three-year programme backed by retailers including Lidl and Tesco, a roadmap for negotiating living wages throughout the banana supply chain in Côte d’Ivoire has been approved
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NewsCinemas to spotlight vital role of small-scale farmers
World Food Day takes place on 16 October, and IFAD has teamed up with the Global Cinema Advertising Association to highlight the importance of small-scale farmers in feeding the world