Africa news archive – Page 21
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ArticlePositive signs for South African stonefruit
The country is anticipating a much better stonefruit campaign than the one experienced last season
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ArticleFairtrade raises banana prices
As production costs soar, Fairtrade announces that it is raising banana prices in support of farmers
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ArticleRecord season for Summer Citrus from South Africa
The brand shipped record volumes of oranges to the US marker this year
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ArticleSouth African port strike could be ending
There is new hope in the South African fresh produce export sector as one union agrees new terms with port operators to end strike
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ArticleSouth African berry business counts cost of strikes
Dark days for South African berry export industry as ongoing port strike stops exports
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ArticleLearn from the best at Global Berry Congress 2022
Hear from the industry’s leading players in Rotterdam on 15 November, and learn how the berry category will change in a post-pandemic world
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ArticleSouth Africa highlights raisin health benefits
Raisins SA is looking to spread the word about the fruit’s health benefits through a promotional campaign in the UK
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ArticleRetailers respond to concerns over banana worker treatment
Fairtrade’s latest annual report suggests some chains are working to address issue of low wages, despite increasing cost pressure
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ArticleSouth African port strikes gain momentum
Attempts are made to prioritise essential and sensitive export products as port strike gains momentum in the country
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ArticleSecond setback for South African berry industry
Late season and port strike combine to disrupt normal blueberry exports from South Africa
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ArticleWorld Citrus Organisation presents 2022-24 strategy
Organisation will look to strengthen the connection between stakeholders within the citrus community, increase consumption and enhance sustainability
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ArticleBASF pushes boundaries with Green Queen artichoke
New hybrid artichoke promises reduction in food waste and significantly higher yields than standard varieties
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ArticleRabobank offers positive outlook for blueberry business
The global blueberry industry is set for further growth, according to a new RaboResearch report
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ArticleOverseas farmers “could carry cost of weaker pound”, warns Fairtrade
Fairtrade Foundation raises concerns that sharp currency devaluation will result in costs being passed on to struggling producers and consumers, as well as derailing sustainability efforts
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ArticleOn the way to grape cultivar consolidation
New generation of varieties aligns South Africa with world trends in table grapes
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ArticleBotswana citrus growers hail cooperation with South Africa
Botswana citrus growers say new deal with South Africa will unlock new opportunities
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ArticleSouth African table grape industry ready to bounce back
After a tough year there is a new resolve and confidence in the South African table grape sector ahead of 2023 season
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ArticleTru-Cape Marketing hits landmark
Record South African apple and pear harvest translates into milestone for leading exporter
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ArticleExhibitors prepare to overcome global challenges at Fruit Logistica 2023
With 25 per cent more space already booked than in 2022, the leading fresh produce trade show takes place in Berlin on 8-10 February 2023
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ArticleNew drying techniques adopted by SA raisin growers
Drying practices among several initiatives adopted by the South African industry to improve quality