Fresh produce industry news and analysis from Africa.
More than half of US$160m pledge to end global hunger invested in vegetable seeds and R&D support for smallholder farmers
Leading South African fresh produce companies join forces combining 8m cartons of import and export volume
New washing technology at group’s Limpopa-based packhouse is already paying dividends
Aldi UK announces new partnership to support sustainable cashew production and supply chain
South African citrus growers seek cooperation with other industries to get control of produce shipping and counter steep freight increases
Intercitrus asks European Commission to approve the application of cold treatment in crucial vote on Friday
The multinational aims to be ‘lifetime carbon neutral’ by 2049 as part of a wide-reaching sustainability strategy
The world’s leading fruit and vegetable trade exhibition has updated its logo and event branding
Citrus edition previews upcoming Southern Hemisphere season, including spotlight on LemonGold, and features annual USA Special
The company works with public training centres in the country so that young talent can build a future in the agriculture
Eastern port emerges as viable option for South African exporters, particularly those targeting Asia
South African summer citrus is likely to enter the US market earlier than it did in 2021
The first containers shipped to Europe and airfreighted to the UK and the East have arrived
Improved market access, transport subsidies and a global zero-VAT strategy for fruit and vegetables are among its proposals
South African growers frustrated at record shipping profits while freight rates rise
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
Indian importer receives first consignment of Hass from Avo Africa
Producers in the Sundays River Valley say violence and destruction of property harms economic development and opportunities for all
New Rabobank market trend report highlights ongoing supply and demand growth
Exports of containers are moving again from the port of Durban following recent flood damage
Multinational forms JV with Sam Agri and Dvori Or to supply locally-grown and imported avocados to Indian consumers
Group announces an update on its 2022 season that will include fruit from Chile, Peru, Argentina, South Africa, and Uruguay
Fepex has reported that overall Spanish imports increased by 4 per cent in January-February
SATI says the industry’s sustainability is under threat, due to a combination of different factors
A third statement by the South African citrus industry in three days warns on consequences of “yes” vote by the European Union
Sandra Uwera is announced as the new global chief executive officer, replacing former interim Nyagoy Nyong’o
Citrus Growers Association confirms interim forecast but says final figure will only be available later
As crucial debate on the introduction of new EU regulations on False Codling Moth approaches, South Africa again warns of consequences
With the start of the Southern Hemisphere season just weeks away, the new protocol has yet to receive final approval
South African citrus exporters may escape major flood disruption if port returns to normal this week
A series of projects launched by the country’s stonefruit business looks to improve the lives of workers
India edition sets the stage for Fresh Produce India 2022 and includes a special supplement on South African apples and pears
A statement from the African banana association shows the widespread concern regarding the effect of the conflict
US-based global exporter appoints Roula Haddad as director of sales and procurement for Europe, Middle East and North Africa
A €25m programme from Coleacp aims to mitigate the economic impact of Covid-19 and seize new market opportunities by embracing green strategies
Global Grape Congress unites the international table grape business on 17 March 2022
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