All Africa articles – Page 23
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News
Westfalia Fruit celebrates 75 years of sustainable growth
Anniversary caps another year of continued market growth for the company
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Analysis
Comment: Bumpy journeys ahead for grape suppliers
Of all the perishable cargoes affected by the Panama Canal drought, the Red Sea crisis, and infrastructure issues in South Africa, table grapes have been worst hit. And now, market prices may be about to fall
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South Africa sees increased table grape forecast
Recovery in export volumes, driven by higher crop in the Orange River region, is welcomed by South African industry
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Features
Uncertain future for UK cucumber sector
Energy prices have come down and fewer growers are now exiting the industry, but insufficient returns from retailers, delays to plantings, labour issues and weak government support continue to harm growers
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Dutoit: apple export season “back to normal”
Gysbert Du Toit, Dutoit Agri The marketing director of one of South Africa’s leading apple exporters says he welcomes the chance for a “back to normal” season after last year’s hail-affected campaign. “With the early season, there’s always a bit of pressure on tonnage. The volume is ...
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Capital Agro sees growing sustainability trend
Mohamed Wafaey, managing director and deputy chairman of Capital Agro, a leading Egyptian exporter of citrus and other fruits, talks about the growing importance of sustainability for the company
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Salix Fruits announces strategic new leadership in Chile and Egypt
Pascuala Vergara Sabaini and Haydy Shahin become country managers for Chile and Egypt respectively
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South Africa packs increased grape volumes
The country’s fresh fruit exporters are enjoying mixed fortunes, while the courts are set to get involved over port problems
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Comment
Comment: a faint light at the end of a blustery tunnel
Delays in South African ports have blighted the country’s fruit export business, which finds itself almost powerless to intervene
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European berry consumers feel the heat from Morocco
Unprecedented summer heat in Morocco delayed plantings of raspberries and strawberries last year, contributing to shortages and price rises on the European market this season
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It’s not rocket science! Prepare for lift-off at Fruit Logistica 2024
Leading trade fair gears up for digital revolution in agriculture, with expanded focus on smart farming and technology startups
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Cape Town port pressures could be relieved by industry measures
Wide-ranging measures by the fruit sector are being implemented to keep export shipments flowing
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Positive signs in first South African apple and pear forecast of the year
The country’s apple and pear industry looks set to bounce back in 2024 after some disappointments last year
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Red Sea disruption “will last months”
Fresh produce suppliers face extra transit times and logistical hurdles, which could prove impossible to live with for those who export more perishable product lines
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Moroccan tomatoes recovering after record heat
Moroccan tomato growers have recovered well from last summer’s brutal heatwave, but ToBRFV issues in Spain mean an impact on European tomato supplies remains possible
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Cape Town port issues escalate
Ongoing problems could lead to courts being involved as the country’s fresh produce industry says “enough is enough”
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Namibian table grape season winds down
The country’s growers are coming to the end of an excellent harvest, with its export target in reach
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Rise in South African nectarine exports expected
While three South African stonefruit categories are likely to decline in volume this year, nectarines are expected to show strong growth
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South Africa’s table grape harvest is on target
While volumes look set to beat initial forecasts, shipments are behind those seen at the same point of the previous campaign
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Delays in Cape Town continue to cause problems
A combination of factors over past few weeks have caused major delays despite pre-season assurances to the fresh produce industry