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Zawya
5 hours ago
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EU greenlights new law easing potato imports from Egypt
Arab Finance: The European Union (EU) approved new legislation No. 1289/2025 aimed at facilitating import procedures for Egyptian potatoes, the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation announced. Mohamed El-Mensy, head of Egypt's Central Administration of Plant Quarantine (CAPQ), said this decision is expected to reduce costs and streamline global access to the Egyptian agricultural exports. El-Mensy added that the new regulation increases the permitted shipment weight and lowers the number of samples required for inspection. This will highly simplify the export procedures of Egyptian potatoes from zones free of brown rot to the EU, which will reduce the costs associated with analyzing samples upon arrival. It is worth noting that Egypt's potato exports exceeded 1.307 million tons for the first time, with the CAPQ exerting efforts to open new markets and ensure the continued flow of exports to countries globally. © 2025 All Rights Reserved Arab Finance For Information Technology Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
2 days ago
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Egypt: Raya Foods, Agriculture Ministry discuss cooperation to boost exports, support farmers
Arab Finance: Raya Foods, a portfolio company of Raya Holding for Financial Investments, held a meeting with Egypt's Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation to explore potential collaboration to support the agricultural sector and improve conditions for farmers, as per an emailed press release. The meeting is part of Raya Foods' expansion plans aimed at promoting sustainable agricultural practices, increasing production, and improving export performance in line with Egypt's Vision 2030. Raya Foods presented its agricultural program 'RAP,' which helps meet the technical specifications required by international buyers while adhering to food safety standards. The program is designed to provide specifications tailored to different customer needs. The discussion also addressed the cultivation of crops with demand in global markets, such as jalapenos, and included plans to secure support from international financial institutions to expand production and exports. Raya Foods processes and exports a range of frozen fruits and vegetables. While serving the local market, it exports 99% of its products to destinations including the United States, Europe, Asia, and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. Focused on meeting daily consumer needs and working with local farms, Raya Foods continues to expand its agricultural operations. These efforts aim to strengthen the competitiveness of Egyptian exports and reinforce Raya Holding's role in agricultural development. © 2025 All Rights Reserved Arab Finance For Information Technology Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
2 days ago
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Oman: Major development projects in Al Dhahirah Governorate reviewed
Muscat: Dr. Saud bin Hamoud Al Habsi, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, conducted a field visit to Al Dhahirah Governorate, during which he reviewed several vital development projects serving the marketing of fisheries, livestock production, and water resources in the Wilayats of Yanqul and Ibri. He was accompanied during the visit by Dr. Ahmed bin Nasser Al Bakri, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Agriculture; Sheikh Saeed bin Humaid Al Harthi, Wali of Ibri; Engineer Salem bin Ali Al Amrani, Director General of Agricultural Resources and Water Resources in Al Dhahirah Governorate; a number of directors general and officials from the Ministry; and the Chairman of the Omani Agricultural Society. The visit included the fish market project in the Wilayat of Yanqul, which is currently in its final stages of completion. The Minister was briefed on the progress of the project and the market's components. This project is considered an important service project aimed at strengthening the fish marketing system in the Wilayat and enhancing the efficiency of seafood trade in a healthy and organised environment. The Minister also visited the water dam in the Dhahir Al Fawares area of Ibri, implemented through community partnerships, and observed the dam's positive impact in replenishing groundwater and protecting residential and agricultural areas from flood hazards. He listened to an explanation from specialists about the dam's performance and its role in improving water resource management in the region. The Minister also visited the Gulf International Company's table egg production project in Ibri. This project is one of the leading investment projects in the food security sector. Established in 2019, it is considered one of the largest projects in the Gulf region, spanning an area of 18 million square metres at an estimated cost of OMR26 million, with a daily production capacity of up to one million eggs. He was briefed on the production stages and technologies used in poultry farming, emphasising the importance of supporting these projects that supply the local market with high-quality food products. During his visit, The Minister affirmed that the Ministry continues to support development and investment projects that contribute to achieving food security and environmental sustainability, praising the efforts of the private sector and the effective partnership with the local community in the success of these initiatives that enhance food production. © Muscat Media Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
South China Morning Post
3 days ago
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- South China Morning Post
Pre-CIIE: China's imports of fruits to grow with big appetite for durians, coconuts
Growers of durian and coconut in Southeast Asia are expecting a hectic time ahead as they grapple with rising demand from mainland Chinese buyers who prefer high-quality fresh fruits against the backdrop of a weak consumption market. Malaysian fresh durians , which have witnessed an export boom since last year, are still in high demand ahead of the peak season in August, according to Guo Min, deputy marketing director with distributor Joy Wing Mau's China operations. 'The growth trajectory remains robust and we foresee surging demand [for the fruit] next month,' he said in an interview, adding that Malaysian durians were the most sought-after by consumers among imported fruits. 'We have got the logistics and warehousing arrangements ready to better serve the market.' Malaysia started exporting fresh durians to China last year, shipping 24.8 million ringgit (US$5.9 million) worth of them between August and December, according to data from Malaysia's Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security. In the first four months this year, Malaysia's share of the durian market in China had grown tenfold, Guo added. Thailand held a 57 per cent share of China's US$6.99 billion durian market in 2024, Chinese customs data showed. A shop selling durians in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The native Southeast Asian fruit is renowned for its unique and strong flavour. Photo: AFP
Zawya
6 days ago
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Oman: MAFWR launches $779,559 agricultural hub in Ibra to boost local produce
Ibra – A new agricultural products collection centre is being developed in North Sharqiyah aimed at enhancing local farming output and improving access to markets. Located in the Masroon area of Ibra, the facility will function as a logistics hub to receive, store and distribute seasonal produce across the governorate. Mohammed bin Ali al Duwaiki, Vice-Chairman of Oman Agriculture Association in North Sharqiyah, said the project – funded by Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources and Agricultural and Fisheries Development Fund with more than RO300,000 – represents a significant step in supporting the agricultural sector. He said the centre will help farmers add value to their products while ensuring quality standards are met for both local and export markets. Covering 42,000sqm, the centre will include modern storage units, sorting and packaging facilities, sales outlets, and a display space for fresh produce collected daily from across the governorate. Duwaiki informed that the project is currently in the bidding stage with construction scheduled to begin in the last quarter of this year and expected to take 24 months. He added that the centre will improve efficiency of agricultural marketing and regulation in the governorate, allowing farmers to sell their produce through supervised channels. The aim is to enhance supply and demand while maintaining product quality through professional sorting and packaging before distribution in Oman and abroad. The ministry's broader strategy to establish such collection centres across the sultanate is intended to create structured marketing networks, improve value addition, and promote the use of advanced technologies in agricultural processing and distribution. © Apex Press and Publishing Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
