EGYPT – As Ramadan approaches, the Moroccan market is experiencing a noticeable shift in its date imports, with Egyptian varieties gaining ground over traditional suppliers. Factors such as production quality, economic changes, and diplomatic relations are...
TANZANIA – Tanzania’s cashew nut harvest for the 2024/2025 season has marked a strong growth, reaching 408,600 metric tons, according to the independent trade advisory service N’kalô. This is a notable 34% increase compared to last year’s production of...
UAE – The Drewry World Container Index (WCI) recorded an 11% drop, settling at USD 3,445 per 40ft container for the week ending January 23, 2025. This marks a significant decrease from the pandemic peak of USD 10,377 in September 2021. However, the index remains...
SOUTH AFRICA/EGYPT – South African and Egyptian citrus producers are capitalizing on challenges in Spain’s citrus industry, claiming a larger share of the European market as adverse weather disrupts local production. These foreign competitors have become key...
INDIA – Pandharinath Mhaske, a retail florist from Pune and a coordinator for the India Florist Association (IFA), is confident that the future of Indian floriculture looks bright. He shares his insights on the industry’s growth, driven by evolving...
BENIN – Benin, one of West Africa’s key cashew nut producers, is expecting a significant increase in its cashew production for the 2024/2025 season. The upcoming harvest, scheduled from January 30 to May 31, is projected to reach 225,000 tons—an 11.9% rise...
CÔTE D’IVOIRE – Côte d’Ivoire, the global leader in cashew production, is expecting a significant recovery in its 2025 harvest, with projections indicating a 20% increase compared to the previous year. The announcement was made on January 18 by Kobenan Kouassi...
EGYPT – Egypt’s citrus industry is thriving as Juhayna Food Industries accelerates its agricultural expansion, meeting growing international demand for premium-quality produce. Known primarily for its leadership in the dairy and juice sectors, the company has...
MIDDLE EAST – The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has raised hopes for stability in the region, but logistics experts remain skeptical about the immediate return of fresh produce trade through the Suez Canal to pre-conflict levels. Persistent risks and...