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Namibia increases local produce output to cut imports
5+ hour, 22+ min ago (248+ words) Namibia is increasing its focus on local crop production, agricultural exports, food systems, and reducing reliance on imported food by at least 80%. Under the National Development Plan (NDP6), the country is targeting food self-sufficiency by 2030. During a recent state of the…...
"Middle East-conflict increases fruit costs by 10-15%"
5+ day, 5+ hour ago (351+ words) Afrucat, together with the Medfel fair and the Occitania Region, will host Interprunus on May 21 in the auditorium of the Rectorate Building at the University of Lleida, featuring key representatives from European producer organizations. Interprunus aims to position Lleida as…...
Figurehead of South Africa's fruit exports
5+ day, 5+ hour ago (364+ words) By summer's end, stonefruit and grape growers and exporters had incurred millions in unforeseen costs while containers delayed beyond salvation on arrival were simply dumped " and charged to the producer. "The eventual losses to the deciduous industry will be in…...
Grow Group partners with Boland Market Agents in Cape Town
6+ day, 5+ hour ago (330+ words) Grow Fresh Produce Agents announced its partnership with Boland Market Agents, a fresh produce agency on the Cape Town Market with roots dating back to 1926 and a legacy built over generations in the industry. This strategic move marks Grow's expansion…...
Mozambique farming costs challenge advantages over South Africa
6+ day, 5+ hour ago (249+ words) Mozambique is often viewed as an alternative production base to South Africa due to lower labour costs and proximity to export markets. However, farmers operating in both countries report that input dependency, logistics, and compliance costs reduce this advantage. Farmers…...
Supply security drives packaging decisions in Egypt's table grape export season
6+ day, 54+ min ago (361+ words) As Egypt prepares for the upcoming table grape export season, a noticeable shift is taking place among exporters, particularly those targeting the European Union, according to Mohamed Ali, CEO of Fresh Deal, a packaging manufacturer. "While sustainability has been a…...
South Africa faces export restrictions in SACU markets
1+ week, 1+ day ago (236+ words) Namibia, Botswana, and Mozambique have introduced restrictions on South African agricultural exports, including vegetables. Namibia and Botswana are members of the Southern African Customs Union, where goods are intended to move freely within the common customs area. All countries involved,…...
Walmart invests in Mexico and expands its distribution centre in Chile
1+ week, 1+ day ago (253+ words) US: UNFI warehouse workers in Florida vote to strike More than 200 warehouse workers at United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) in Pompano Beach, Florida, have voted unanimously to authorize a strike if the company fails to negotiate a fair contract and…...
"It's going to be a tough year for those who only sell mandarins as a commodity"
1+ week, 5+ day ago (309+ words) "This year's production shows significant growth compared to last season. We have nearly 25% more fruit than forecast last year," stated Nahuel Lavino, representative of Fama (Argentina). This increase, combined with generally high quality, creates positive outlooks but also increases competition…...
Zimbabwean grower-exporter takes the next step in its exporting journey
1+ week, 5+ day ago (514+ words) Diesel and fuel prices have risen by 34 to 39% in Zimbabwe, a "shocking" increase, says William Zirebwa of Takura, a grower-exporter of peas, fine beans, passion fruit, and chillies with plans to include more vegetables and fruit, possibly in the future…...