All Africa articles – Page 14
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ArticleRuby Rush shines in Southern Africa trials
Sugrafiftythree, a new early red seedless grape variety to be branded as Ruby Rush, seems to offer new commercial opportunities for growers
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VideoBerryWorld boss: “Supply gaps still exist”
Even in large, developed markets like Germany and France, says CEO Adam Olins, there are still big opportunities to sell more fresh berries
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CommentComment: South Africa’s exporters press on as problems persist
As Eurofruit’s Fresh Focus South Africa special reveals, disruption in South African ports has left the country’s fresh produce exporters with a mountain to climb
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ArticleBerryWorld has big plans for Egyptian blueberries
Northeast African country’s production has potential to supplement year-round supply alongside South Africa, Morocco and Spain
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NewsNadorcott Protection takes legal action against UK supermarket
NCP has begun legal proceedings against a major retailer in the UK over what it says is the “unauthorised sale” of Tango/Tang Gold mandarins
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NewsSharp increase in South Africa’s citrus container shipments expected
South African citrus industry warns port authority of substantial rise in container traffic through the country’s container terminals this year
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ArticleGlobal citrus production on the rise
USDA forecasts increase to global orange and mandarin volumes
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NewsSouth African nectarine production increases
New plantations come into play as the industry sees rising demand and improved grower returns
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ArticleWestfalia Fruit celebrates 75 years of sustainable growth
Anniversary caps another year of continued market growth for the company
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AnalysisComment: 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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NewsSouth 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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FeaturesUncertain 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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ArticleDutoit: 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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ArticleCapital 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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ArticleSalix 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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NewsSouth 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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CommentComment: 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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ArticleEuropean 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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ArticleIt’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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NewsCape Town port pressures could be relieved by industry measures
Wide-ranging measures by the fruit sector are being implemented to keep export shipments flowing