The United States and Europe remain the primary buyers, while this new expansion offers access to millions of additional consumers in Egypt and beyond.
A sharp volume decline is expected from late August, while factories are already operating at near-full capacity.
By introducing high-value crops like avocado and cocoa, officials hope to provide residents with sustainable revenue streams.
This enables faster export certification and improves compliance with international phytosanitary standards.
This demonstrates the importance of horticulture as a foreign exchange earner and contributor to the national economy.