Africa
Fresh produce industry news and analysis from Africa.
Azura donates €1.5m to Moroccan earthquake relief
Tomato supplier makes major contribution to special government fund as well as various NGO projects
Arra grapes have “the genetics to guarantee production”
After assessing the damage of last month’s tropical storm in California, table grape breeding and licensing company Grapa Varieties believes the benefits of Arra varieties that offer tolerance to extreme conditions are undeniable
Climate change having huge impact on farmers
More than 70 per cent of farmers have already seen large impacts of climate change on their farm, new global research from Farmer Voice survey reveals
Agrofresh finalises Tessara acquisition
Agrofresh says the purchase marks the expansion of its produce quality and freshness solutions into table grapes and berries
Delassus launches Morocco earthquake appeal
Tomato supplier is collecting emergency donations following earthquake estimated to have affected 300,000 people
New investor for Capespan
Zeder has sold its share in South African fruit exporter Capespan with another local investment company buying in
TopFruit celebrates 40 years
South African cultivar management company commemorates four decades in the business
‘Less than half’ fresh produce sold globally makes any profit
New report suggests massive increase in production and operating costs over past three years has left around 60 per cent of supply unprofitable
Egypt takes tough approach on IPR infringement
The Egyptian authorities believe the issue of illegally grown grape varieties is best solved at source, investing in the latest DNA machines to take random samples
BRICS Summit offers up fresh perspectives
Expansion of BRICS membership will bring new realities for the South African fresh produce export business
Fruit Logistica 2024 tickets now available
Organiser Messe Berlin reports rise in demand for stand space at the leading trade show for the global fresh produce business, as visitor tickets go on sale.
Slow start for South African berry exports
The country’s berry export season is expected to gain momentum after a slow start
Nadorcott Protection warns supermarkets over Tango sales
NCP has cautioned UK supermarkets about the “potential risks” associated with sales of Tango mandarins, which it claims are “unauthorised”
South Africa closes EU citrus exports for the season
The country says it is now up to European citrus producers to meet demand in the EU for the rest of the year
Westfalia expands Mozambique packhouse
Company said the investment underscores its ongoing commitment to the African country
Asia Fruit Logistica exhibitor previews: Europe, Middle East and Africa
Asiafruit previews some of the Europe, Middle East and Africa-based exhibitors set to highlight a wide range of products and services at Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong on 6-8 September 2023
IPD presents new opportunities at Fruit Attraction
Avocados, berries and herbs from a range of countries are among the products that will be on show in Madrid next month
United Exports supports South African youth
United Exports partners with Youth Employment Service to help young people in South Africa find work
Pleas for greater rationalisation and branding in grapes
South African growers have to evaluate up to 50 new varieties before they can make decisions on new plantings
South African avocados gain access to China
International summit in South Africa delivers sweet success for South African avocados in China
Sun World expands global licensing team
Company appoints two global licensing directors and three new regional managers
Intercitrus calls for tougher EU stance on RSA citrus imports
It wants EU to set up centralised system to log temperature readings to prove that cold treatment rules are being followed
Mediterranean droughts threaten UK fresh produce supplies
Extreme weather in southern Europe will reduce yields and make fresh fruit and vegetables more expensive in Britain, according to new study
Mixed feelings as BRICS Summit heads to South Africa
The South African fruit sector will be closely watching this month’s BRICS summit in Johannesburg
Changes afoot for South African rail
The country’s rail network begins the process of involving the private sector
David Hughes to discuss grapes in Cape Town
The man dubbed ‘Dr Food’ will be one of the keynote speakers at the International Table Grape Symposium in Cape Town
EU CBS rules “unscientific and irrational”
CBS is in the spotlight again as the South African citrus industry points finger at EU’s position
West Africa growers bless the rains
Concerns over changeable climatic conditions are very real across West Africa, but pineapple and mango growers say this year’s ample rainfall has been good for yields
Hortgro weighs up EU Green Deal
There are significant opportunities for South African growers in the EU Green Deal, but they may also face formidable challenges
Investment in emerging black growers is paying off
Economic Transformation of Black Citrus Growers Programme in South Africa is showing success after initial problems with its implementation
South African fruit industry welcomes new Durban port deal
Observers ask port operator Transnet to extend private sector involvement to other ports in the country.
SCSA marks 25 years of shipping citrus to the US
Summer Citrus from South Africa looks back on “humble beginnings” and its long-standing partnership with Holt Logistics
Two South African categories predict export drop
The country’s avocado and citrus export volumes will be down on previous estimations, according to new figures
Full scope of Western Cape flood damage still unknown
South Africa’s Citrus Growers’ Association (CGA) asks for swift disaster declaration to help Western Cape citrus growers after floods
ICTSI named as equity partner in Durban Container Terminal
Manila-based ICTSI is a leading independent global developer and operator of origin and destination container terminals
Smurfit Kappa makes North African debut
Global packaging manufacturer unveils new plant in Morocco