All Africa articles – Page 7
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ArticleMajor tomato shortages as Morocco faces ‘perfect storm’
Flooding, cold temperatures and cancelled ferries have caused significant supply problems in Moroccan tomatoes, according to importers
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ArticleGary Marshall calls for major industry rethink
NCGM wholesaler says supply chains need to place more value on fresh produce and “develop a collective sense of realism” as the trade contends with supply shortages and astronomical spot prices
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ArticleFresh produce probe in South Africa
South Africa is known as an important international supplier of fresh produce, but it also has a large local consumer market
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ArticleWeather volatility is 'wiping the floor' with inflation
Extreme weather events are principal cause of industry’s chronic supply shortages and sky-high spot prices, according to Tim O’Malley of Nationwide Produce
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ArticleTeam NFU to run marathon for Africa
The NFU and Farm Africa are teaming up to raise money for African producers by running the London Marathon
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ArticleSouth African citrus calls for presidential support
South African citrus industry takes dispute with the European Union to the highest debating room in Parliament
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ArticleIFAD ups investment in Somalia
The International Fund for Agricultural Development is “substantially” strengthening support for drought-hit Somalia with the aim of building rural resilience
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ArticleWestfalia showcases avocado advances
Research efforts are underpinned by cutting-edge technology and thorough testing, says group safety and environment executive Johnathan Sutton
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ArticleIFG unveils new trademark names for low-chill Cheery Cherry Line
Cheery Cupid, Cheery Nebula and Cheery Chap are the latest additions to the range
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ArticleFairtrade results in better pay, says study
Fairtrade marque has positive economic impact on East African flower workers, new study reveals
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ArticleSouth African stonefruit ‘back on track’
Exporters say they are in a stronger position following the resolution of port strikes in October
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VideoWorld of Fresh Ideas · Rory Byrne, Dole
The CEO of the world’s largest fruit and veg company reflects on major challenges and exciting growth opportunities for the business
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VideoWorld of Fresh Ideas · Johannes Röhrenbach, Mavuno Technologies
Satellite imagery and artificial intelligence have helped smallholder farms in Africa to make their yields more predictable and attract new investment
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ArticleMission announces South African expansion
Avocado giant partners with ZZ2, Criterion Africa Partners, and Core Fruit with plans to develop over 1,000ha of avocados for global distribution
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AnalysisUnderstand the business better with Fruit Logistica’s free report
Produced by Fruitnet, publication provides expert analysis of the industry’s most important trends, key developments, and some big challenges ahead
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ArticleSouthern African citrus exports to Russia surpass expectations
Exports to the country increase despite the difficulties caused by the war in Ukraine
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ArticleMENA region must work together on water security
Collaboration between the public and private sectors and use of the latest water efficiency technologies are seen as crucial for the future security of the region
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ArticleSouth Africa’s late table grape regions report good crops
With less than three months of the country’s grape season left, the focus is now firmly on the mid- and late-season regions of the Western Cape
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ArticleDel Monte reveals Somalia banana partnership
Group partners with Moze Holding Limited on multi-year banana deal described as a “game-changer” for the industry in the region
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ArticleTunisia sees fruit exports rise in 2022
Fruit export volumes from the North African country increased by 41 per cent last year compared with 2021, with watermelons and peaches leading the way