There’s been a higher production of garlic in Egypt this season, says Gehan Elsherif, executive manager of G Fresh Export & Import: “Egypt is one of the world’s largest garlic producers, particularly in regions like the Nile Delta. The garlic season typically runs from February until July. Garlic production in Egypt can fluctuate year to […]
In October 2024, the Court of Justice of the European Union rendered two rulings invalidating trade agreements with Morocco on agricultural and fisheries products, arguing “the lack of consent of the people of Western Sahara”, and requiring products grown in the region to be labeled as such. The CJEU has established a period of twelve […]
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British Berry Growers (BBG), the industry body representing 95 percent of British berries sold in the UK, has expressed serious concerns over Defra’s ending of the Producer Organisations (PO) scheme. Nick Marston, chairman of British Berry Growers, said: “POs have long fostered collaboration amongst growers and have led to significant innovations in varietal development, cultivation […]
Media reports indicated earlier this month that associations representing Moroccan and French tomato growers have reached a bilateral convention, whose signature would be a matter of time. The supposed convention includes a provision whereby Moroccan growers will refrain from exporting tomatoes to France in the summer. However, on the Moroccan side, the Association of Fruit […]
On the three farms run by Loynchip Enterprises, the export pea season has just kicked off, says Clive Maquange, managing director of Loynchip Enterprises, based in Concession area, Mazowe, north of Harare. They start almost two months ahead of other pea exporters in Zimbabwe – how do they manage it? “I’m a technical guy,” he […]
Fiji imports roughly 100 tons of mushrooms annually, valued at approximately $1 million. To address this dependency, the Ministry of Agriculture is implementing measures to enhance local production capabilities. Recent developments include the introduction of new equipment aimed at supporting local mushroom cultivation. During a ceremony at the Legalega Research Station in Nadi, Minister for […]
The Miyazaki mango, known as the “Egg of the Sun,” holds the distinction of being one of the priciest fruits globally, with prices reaching approximately US$ 3,600 per kilogram. Originating from Miyazaki Prefecture in Japan, this mango is cultivated under precise conditions tailored to the region’s unique climate. This high-tech cultivation involves selective breeding initiated […]