All Africa articles – Page 24
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ArticleLooking up for Egyptian grapes
The depreciation of the Egyptian pound is exacerbating rising costs for Egyptian firms, but progress on new varieties is good news for Egypt, says Karim Fayed, operations manager at Fata Farms
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ArticleSouth African avocado export crop to increase
Following a disappointing 2022 season, the industry expects a rise in volumes this year
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ArticleUK is ‘missing opportunities’ to import from Uganda
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni calls on Britain to invest in Ugandan fruit and vegetable production but stresses the need for value addition at source
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ArticleMoroccan associations respond to UK tomato shortage
Apefel and Amcom say unusual temperature fluctuations to blame for shortening of tomato supplies from Morocco, as effects of climate change increasingly affecting region
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ArticleShortages force retailers to ration fresh produce
UK supermarkets are rationing fresh fruit and vegetables in stores as crop shortages leave shelves empty
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ArticleKakuzi hosts Dalian Yidu Group
Kenyan avocado exporter reveals plans to ramp up exports following visit from Chinese importer
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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