Africa
Fresh produce industry news and analysis from Africa.
Bayer makes Zero Hunger Pledge
More than half of US$160m pledge to end global hunger invested in vegetable seeds and R&D support for smallholder farmers
Lona acquires stake in The Unlimited Group
Leading South African fresh produce companies join forces combining 8m cartons of import and export volume
New tech improves Jupiter’s grapefruit quality
New washing technology at group’s Limpopa-based packhouse is already paying dividends
Aldi teams up with Cashew Coast to crack sustainable nut supply
Aldi UK announces new partnership to support sustainable cashew production and supply chain
Battle lines drawn for shipping rate confrontation
South African citrus growers seek cooperation with other industries to get control of produce shipping and counter steep freight increases
Spain urges Europe to honour commitment to new citrus import rules
Intercitrus asks European Commission to approve the application of cold treatment in crucial vote on Friday
Westfalia boosts green credentials with Carbon Neutral accreditation
The multinational aims to be ‘lifetime carbon neutral’ by 2049 as part of a wide-reaching sustainability strategy
New brand identity for Fruit Logistica
The world’s leading fruit and vegetable trade exhibition has updated its logo and event branding
Asiafruit May out now
Citrus edition previews upcoming Southern Hemisphere season, including spotlight on LemonGold, and features annual USA Special
SanLucar Tunisia welcomes new cohort of young graduates
The company works with public training centres in the country so that young talent can build a future in the agriculture
Maputo port progress for South African citrus
Eastern port emerges as viable option for South African exporters, particularly those targeting Asia
South Africans set for early US citrus programme start
South African summer citrus is likely to enter the US market earlier than it did in 2021
South Africa’s Sharon Fruit harvest starts
The first containers shipped to Europe and airfreighted to the UK and the East have arrived
Global coalition calls for action as crisis worsens
Improved market access, transport subsidies and a global zero-VAT strategy for fruit and vegetables are among its proposals
Freight rates draw fruit industry ire
South African growers frustrated at record shipping profits while freight rates rise
AD Ports senses hub potential for Egypt
The Abu Dhabi group has entered into a joint venture to develop a terminal in Safaga Port on the Red Sea, with the aim of boosting Egypt’s hub capability
IG International welcomes Tanzanian avocados
Indian importer receives first consignment of Hass from Avo Africa
Sundays River Valley Citrus Producer Forum reacts to violence
Producers in the Sundays River Valley say violence and destruction of property harms economic development and opportunities for all
Avocados remain a ‘globally popular super fruit’
New Rabobank market trend report highlights ongoing supply and demand growth
Durban port operations return to normal
Exports of containers are moving again from the port of Durban following recent flood damage
Westfalia expands avocado operation into India
Multinational forms JV with Sam Agri and Dvori Or to supply locally-grown and imported avocados to Indian consumers
LGS offers summer citrus update
Group announces an update on its 2022 season that will include fruit from Chile, Peru, Argentina, South Africa, and Uruguay
Non-EU fresh produce imports climb in Spain
Fepex has reported that overall Spanish imports increased by 4 per cent in January-February
South African table grape industry ‘at risk’
SATI says the industry’s sustainability is under threat, due to a combination of different factors
RSA lobbying intensifies ahead of crucial EU vote
A third statement by the South African citrus industry in three days warns on consequences of “yes” vote by the European Union
New global chief executive for Fairtrade International
Sandra Uwera is announced as the new global chief executive officer, replacing former interim Nyagoy Nyong’o
Mandarin crop to rise in South Africa
Citrus Growers Association confirms interim forecast but says final figure will only be available later
EU vote looms large for South African citrus
As crucial debate on the introduction of new EU regulations on False Codling Moth approaches, South Africa again warns of consequences
Spain calls for action on new citrus import rules
With the start of the Southern Hemisphere season just weeks away, the new protocol has yet to receive final approval
Durban port “is fully operational” after floods
South African citrus exporters may escape major flood disruption if port returns to normal this week
South African stonefruit industry aims to transform lives
A series of projects launched by the country’s stonefruit business looks to improve the lives of workers
Asiafruit April out now
India edition sets the stage for Fresh Produce India 2022 and includes a special supplement on South African apples and pears
Afruibana concern at impact of Ukraine war
A statement from the African banana association shows the widespread concern regarding the effect of the conflict
Fresh Connection makes EMENA hire
US-based global exporter appoints Roula Haddad as director of sales and procurement for Europe, Middle East and North Africa
FFM+ to strengthen sustainability
A €25m programme from Coleacp aims to mitigate the economic impact of Covid-19 and seize new market opportunities by embracing green strategies
Get connected in the world of grapes
Global Grape Congress unites the international table grape business on 17 March 2022
