Christopher Burke By Christopher BurkeSenior Advisor, WMC Africa Living in the foot hills of the Rwenzori Mountains in Western Uganda, 22-year-old Josephine…
Staff Report Zimbabwe’s berry industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, with exports soaring by 50% in 2024. This rapid expansion, fueled primarily by blueberry production, underscores the nation’s rising prominence in the international fruit market. With exports increasing from 6 million kilograms in 2023 to 8 million kilograms this year, Zimbabwe is cementing its position as a key global player in berry exports. The Driving Forces Behind Zimbabwe’s Berry Boom Several factors have contributed to this remarkable growth, including favorable climatic conditions and expanding commercial farming operations. Unlike other fruits such as grapes, cranberries, strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries, blueberries have become the backbone of Zimbabwe’s berry exports, outpacing all competitors in production and global demand. Key Export Markets: Europe, the UK, and Beyond Zimbabwe’s berry exports are exclusively destined for international markets, with no local…
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Staff Report In a bold move that echoes the commitment to excellence, the Kenyan Ministry of Defence,…
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Staff Report As the 2023/24 agricultural season unfolded in South Africa, initial concerns loomed over the potential…
Staff Report On January 12, the sunlit afternoon witnessed a groundbreaking event as a refrigerated container laden…
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Staff Report In a groundbreaking move to transform Ivory Coast's cashew industry, the Ivorian Minister of Agriculture,…
Staff Report In a groundbreaking triumph for Kenya's coffee sector, farmers have raked in an astonishing US$155…
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