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Fresh Produce – African & Middle East News
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Botswana to lift remaining vegetable import restrictions from South Africa
Botswana’s move to fully remove the ban on vegetable imports from South Africa signals a shift in regional trade dynamics.
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Uganda launches direct flights to London opening new avenues for agricultural exports
Ugandan farmers and exporters will now have a faster route to the UK market as Uganda Airlines introduces direct flights to London Gatwick.
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First shipment of SA lemons arrives in India boosting trade prospects
The first shipment of South African lemons for the 2025 season has reached India, reinforcing a growing citrus trade between the two nations.
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Senegal secures US$7M EU grant to boost food crop production
The funding will support smallholder farmers in the Groundnut Basin to strengthen food security.
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Uganda introduces high-yielding banana variety to boost farmers’ productivity
The new banana variety, NARITA 17, offers higher yields and disease resistance, giving farmers in Uganda a major boost.