SA government offers support to citrus sector
South Africa’s minister of agriculture, land reform and rural development, Thoko Didiza, has said the government will be supporting the country’s citrus sector through its multilateral

New line of products in water, vinegar, salt and lemon juice
“We use seasonal produce as raw materials for our processed products, including turnip tips which are made into spreads and products in oil. The market is not lively as, when demand for

In western Ukraine, farmers are growing medicinal herbs for export.
In recent years, western Ukrainian farmers have retrained from growing vegetables for borscht to cultivating medicinal herbs. These herbs are used in various fields such as pharmaceuticals,

"Exporting apples during the war, we were told it was foolishness"
"During the first month of the war, we did not export and instead focused on the safety of our team and loved ones. During this time, all supply chains were destroyed and ports were blocked. We

"For buyers, these times of shortages are the best"
In Europe, fruit and vegetable shortages and high prices were big news last week. "You just have to try a little harder to get all your trade. But, for buyers, these are the best times, and you

First German asparagus from covered, heated fields available already
Since the end of last week, OGA/OGV Nordbaden eG in Bruchsal has been offering the first asparagus from covered heated open ground areas from German production, managing director Hans Lehar tells

Egyptian companies seeking business opportunities
Egypt will be participating in Macfrut 2023 with a large exhibition area along with twenty producers and major exporters. The project is being curated by ExpoLink, a private non-profit association

tegut.../Survey: More than every second person saves on groceries
Price increases in the wake of inflation are noticeable everywhere. Accordingly, many Germans are adjusting their spending behaviour, and not least when it comes to food: Almost 80 % of Germans