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Zawya
15-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Egypt's food exports surge 21% in 2024
Egypt's Food Export Council reported that food industry exports reached approximately $6.1bn in 2024, marking a 21% increase from 2023. The council said that frozen vegetables and fruits contributed $960m, representing 16% of the sector's total exports. The council participated in a meeting organized by the Frozen and Processed Fruits and Vegetables Division of the Chamber of Food Industries on Wednesday at the Federation of Egyptian Industries headquarters. The meeting was held as part of efforts to enhance the competitiveness of exports in this vital sector and to address key challenges facing it. Frozen strawberries topped the sector's exports, generating $383m and accounting for 40% of total frozen vegetable and fruit exports. They were followed by frozen vegetables at $262m and frozen potatoes at $225m. The council noted that 739 companies are active in exporting from this sector, with 116 companies surpassing $1m in exports and 25 companies exceeding $10m. The presentation also covered the key global import markets, with the top 15 destinations accounting for around 75% of the sector's total exports. It further addressed the main challenges facing exporters, including high transportation costs, strict quality requirements, and the need to better leverage international trade agreements. The council added that Saudi Arabia was the largest importer of processed food from Egypt in 2024, accounting for 8% of the sector's total exports with a value of approximately $491m, compared to $400m in 2023 — a growth rate of 23%. It also noted an increase in the number of Egyptian food industry exporters to the Saudi market, reaching 538 companies, 73 of which exceeded $1m in exports, collectively accounting for $429m— representing 87% of total exports to the Kingdom. This meeting is part of the Council's ongoing efforts to enhance the performance of food industry exports and provide technical and informational support to exporters, aiming to boost the competitiveness of Egyptian products in global markets.
Daily News Egypt
14-05-2025
- Business
- Daily News Egypt
Egypt's food exports surge 21% in 2024
Egypt's Food Export Council reported that food industry exports reached approximately $6.1bn in 2024, marking a 21% increase from 2023. The council said that frozen vegetables and fruits contributed $960m, representing 16% of the sector's total exports. The council participated in a meeting organized by the Frozen and Processed Fruits and Vegetables Division of the Chamber of Food Industries on Wednesday at the Federation of Egyptian Industries headquarters. The meeting was held as part of efforts to enhance the competitiveness of exports in this vital sector and to address key challenges facing it. Frozen strawberries topped the sector's exports, generating $383m and accounting for 40% of total frozen vegetable and fruit exports. They were followed by frozen vegetables at $262m and frozen potatoes at $225m. The council noted that 739 companies are active in exporting from this sector, with 116 companies surpassing $1m in exports and 25 companies exceeding $10m. The presentation also covered the key global import markets, with the top 15 destinations accounting for around 75% of the sector's total exports. It further addressed the main challenges facing exporters, including high transportation costs, strict quality requirements, and the need to better leverage international trade agreements. The council added that Saudi Arabia was the largest importer of processed food from Egypt in 2024, accounting for 8% of the sector's total exports with a value of approximately $491m, compared to $400m in 2023 — a growth rate of 23%. It also noted an increase in the number of Egyptian food industry exporters to the Saudi market, reaching 538 companies, 73 of which exceeded $1m in exports, collectively accounting for $429m— representing 87% of total exports to the Kingdom. This meeting is part of the Council's ongoing efforts to enhance the performance of food industry exports and provide technical and informational support to exporters, aiming to boost the competitiveness of Egyptian products in global markets.
Egypt Today
19-03-2025
- Business
- Egypt Today
Egyptian food exports increased $10Bn in 2024: Chamber of Food Industries
Cairo – March 19, 2025: The Chamber of Food Industries has reported that Egypt's food sector exports surpassed $10 billion in 2024, marking a 21 percent year-over-year increase, according to Chairperson Ashraf El Gazayerli at the Chamber's 2024 General Assembly meeting, where he discussed the sector's international market performance. Executive Director Maysa Hamza provided an overview of the Chamber's recent activities, focusing on institutional development efforts such as improving governance, advancing digital transformation, and automating processes. These initiatives aim to enhance the efficiency and competitiveness of the sector. The Chamber's objectives for 2024 included addressing challenges faced by food manufacturers, representing their interests to relevant stakeholders, and providing industry data to support decision-making. Additionally, efforts continue to strengthen sector competitiveness through consulting services, training programs, and compliance support. The Chamber continues to prioritize food safety. In 2024, it facilitated 46 training programs, conducted 85 factory visits, and organized multiple seminars in collaboration with the National Food Safety Authority. These efforts provided training for nearly 3,800 industry professionals across various regions, with support from eight donor-funded projects. On regulatory matters, the Chamber has contributed to approving 44 new industry standards in cooperation with the Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality. It is also involved in updating regulations, including amendments to the National Food Safety Authority's decree No. 4 of 2020, aligning it with international food safety guidelines. The Chamber has been active in international engagements, taking part in eight missions in 2024, including conferences, research forums, and trade exhibitions in Malaysia, Russia, France, the UAE, Oman, India, and Germany. These activities are part of efforts to support industry players in accessing new markets and staying informed about global trends.
Zawya
19-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Food sector exports in Egypt surpass $10bn in 2024, achieving record growth
Egypt- At the 2024 General Assembly meeting of the Chamber of Food Industries, Chairperson Ashraf El Gazayerli announced that the food sector achieved a remarkable 21% increase in exports last year, surpassing $10bn. This milestone marks an unprecedented achievement for the sector, underlining its growing influence in the global market. Maysa Hamza, Executive Director of the Chamber, also highlighted the organization's major accomplishments for the year. She emphasized the Chamber's commitment to institutional growth, which includes refining and updating its strategy, embracing digital transformation, and automating processes to improve governance. The Chamber's strategic objectives for 2024 include addressing challenges faced by factories, effectively voicing their concerns to local and international stakeholders, and providing valuable sector and market data to support its members. Additionally, the Chamber is focused on enhancing the competitiveness of the food sector and bolstering companies' capabilities through a range of technical and consulting services. Hamza also reiterated the Chamber's ongoing efforts to assist companies in complying with food safety standards. In 2024, the Chamber delivered 46 training programs, conducted 85 factory visits, and organized numerous seminars and workshops in collaboration with the National Food Safety Authority. These initiatives have supported the training of 3,799 individuals across various governorates, thanks to the backing of eight donor-funded projects. The Chamber's work in standardization is equally significant, having approved 44 new standards through the Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality, and actively participated in updating industry standards. Furthermore, the Chamber is contributing to the revision of the National Food Safety Authority's decree No. 4 of 2020 on food additives to align it with the latest Codex Alimentarius guidelines and European Union regulations. On the global front, the Chamber represented Egypt's food sector in eight international missions, attending scientific conferences, research forums, specialized training programs, and international exhibitions. These missions took place in countries such as Malaysia, Russia, France, the UAE, Oman, India, and Germany, highlighting Egypt's growing presence in the global food industry.
Daily News Egypt
18-03-2025
- Business
- Daily News Egypt
Food sector exports surpass $10bn in 2024, achieving record growth
At the 2024 General Assembly meeting of the Chamber of Food Industries, Chairperson Ashraf El Gazayerli announced that the food sector achieved a remarkable 21% increase in exports last year, surpassing $10bn. This milestone marks an unprecedented achievement for the sector, underlining its growing influence in the global market. Maysa Hamza, Executive Director of the Chamber, also highlighted the organization's major accomplishments for the year. She emphasized the Chamber's commitment to institutional growth, which includes refining and updating its strategy, embracing digital transformation, and automating processes to improve governance. The Chamber's strategic objectives for 2024 include addressing challenges faced by factories, effectively voicing their concerns to local and international stakeholders, and providing valuable sector and market data to support its members. Additionally, the Chamber is focused on enhancing the competitiveness of the food sector and bolstering companies' capabilities through a range of technical and consulting services. Hamza also reiterated the Chamber's ongoing efforts to assist companies in complying with food safety standards. In 2024, the Chamber delivered 46 training programs, conducted 85 factory visits, and organized numerous seminars and workshops in collaboration with the National Food Safety Authority. These initiatives have supported the training of 3,799 individuals across various governorates, thanks to the backing of eight donor-funded projects. The Chamber's work in standardization is equally significant, having approved 44 new standards through the Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality, and actively participated in updating industry standards. Furthermore, the Chamber is contributing to the revision of the National Food Safety Authority's decree No. 4 of 2020 on food additives to align it with the latest Codex Alimentarius guidelines and European Union regulations. On the global front, the Chamber represented Egypt's food sector in eight international missions, attending scientific conferences, research forums, specialized training programs, and international exhibitions. These missions took place in countries such as Malaysia, Russia, France, the UAE, Oman, India, and Germany, highlighting Egypt's growing presence in the global food industry.
