Westfalia Fruit is building a long-term avocado supply model in Colombia, with a focus on careful farm selection, plant genetics, and strict post-harvest control.
The sale keeps Dole anchored at the Ecuador terminal while the group sharpens its commercial focus and expands its retail reach in Europe.
High paperwork costs and container rules cut expected savings from shipping fruit and vegetables by sea.
Lemon exports drive Egypt’s strong return to Qatar, while gains in guava add weight to a wider fruit trade recovery.
The Swiss AgriTech firm reveals that only 15 percent of agribusinesses are prepared for new EU regulations, putting billions in farm exports at stake.
The talks signal closer work between growers and rail operators as Ethiopia pushes for smoother farm exports.
Regional tensions grow as Botswana restarts restrictions on key fresh produce imports.
Zespri plans to grow its red kiwifruit line with a new variety called Red80.
Weak roads and unstable electricity keep food prices high and block regional progress.
The country aims to attract new markets and investors as it showcases a diverse range of crops at the Cairo trade show.