Fresh Produce – African & Middle East News
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West Africa’s floods disrupt logistics, infrastructure, Ivorian mango exports spared
The impact has been felt in both the supply chain and production, with roads cut off, making harvesting difficult.
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Tiger Brands secures 100% South African oranges for Oros for second consecutive season
According to Tiger Brands, securing 100% local supply reflects the strength of its long-standing partnerships with local producers and its commitment to supporting South African agriculture.
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Port of Cape Town congestion forces fruit export diversions, costs industry billions
Industry bodies welcome the equipment investment but say operational performance at the terminal remains “at a low and unacceptable level”.
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Ghana’s avocado sector could generate US$2.3B annually across farming, processing, exports
Commercial avocado orchards, therefore, offer significantly higher long-term financial returns than real estate or conventional farming investments.
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Morocco, Chile launch free trade agreement negotiations, first between Latin America and Africa
The accord is expected to benefit both regions by linking Chile’s export sector to Morocco’s dynamic, rapidly expanding population of approximately 40 million.