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Several Dutch companies have begun to consider Egypt as a potential destination, given the significant development in this sector within the country. Egypt has emerged as a promising destination for Dutch companies seeking to promote opportunities in the area of Climate and Water Smart Agriculture. Tycho Vermeulen; Omar Latif #netherlands #Egypt #agribusiness #ClimateSmart #marketopportunities

Study tour on protected cultivation in #Egypt. Egypt has emerged as a promising destination for Dutch companies seeking to promote opportunities in the area of #Climate and Water Smart #Agriculture. The Study Tour to Egypt on Protected Horticulture and Cold Chain Supply provided a valuable platform for Dutch companies to gain insights into the opportunities and challenges within Egypt's expanding horticulture sector. By establishing connections with local businesses and understanding the specific needs of the market, Dutch companies are well-positioned to capitalize on this growth potential and contribute to the sustainable development of Egypt's horticultural industry. Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO) | Tycho Vermeulen | Omar Latif | Walaa Abouel Dahab | #watersmart https://lnkd.in/een3tRtB

Several Dutch companies have begun to consider Egypt as a potential destination, given the significant development in this sector within the country. Egypt has emerged as a promising destination for Dutch companies seeking to promote opportunities in the area of Climate and Water Smart Agriculture. #netherlands #Egypt #agribusiness #ClimateSmart #marketopportunities

Check out this description of knowledge exchange and mutual learning between the Dutch and Ivorians in this article. How cooperation on horticulture strengthens relations under our Africa Strategy. https://lnkd.in/eV8q7fsC

Côte d'Ivoire is renowned for its agricultural prowess. While the country is primarily known for its cocoa and coffee production, its horticultural sector has been steadily growing over the years. This article will shed light on the vibrant horticulture industry in Côte d'Ivoire, focusing on two prominent initiatives: the HortIvoire project an HortiNord program funded by the Netherlands in collaboration with the Dutch private sector. #Horticulture; #HortIvoire; #HortiNord https://lnkd.in/e6GSNSQw Thonon Zacharie | Ben Kubbinga | Netherlands Agricultural Network | Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) | Partner in Sustainable Development

Horticulture sub sector is such a high potential economic growth enhancer for our economy #Uganda for obvious reasons: it's mainly dominated by smallholder farmers who produce a diversity of fruits and vegetables that are sold in global , regional and domestic value chains, ensuring income at house hold level, creates multiple jobs along the various chains, a substantial foreign exchange earner in million of dollars estimated @USD 100- 150M, with potential to earn the country a whopping USD 1billion if we get out act together to remove bottlenecks that impede maximizing our potential. Oh, not to forget it's massive contribution to wellness and health through improved nutrition, and reducing malnutrition. Looking forward to the impacts of this project. #MAAIFUganda #Hortifresh #foodsafety #standards #EUmarketaccesstandards #compliance #policies #SPS #decentjobs #economicinclusion

New Horticulture Accelerator to boost growth in Uganda’s Fruit and Vegetable sub-sector: Mr. Steven Byantware, Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, Director for Crop Resources highlights targets of the Uganda Chapter of the ⁦COMESA Secretariat Horticulture Accelerator (CEHA) that was launched in Kampala, on Friday 21st June 2024. The lead private sector partner in this drive is Hortifresh, an apex association for exporters of fresh fruits and vegetables in Uganda. The CEHA Uganda Chapter is a collaborative initiative between public and private sector entities. Its mission is to enhance coordination in policy formulation, value chain development programs, financing, and Research and Development (R&D) within the horticulture industry. CEHA aims to expedite the growth of the Fruit and Vegetable (F&V) sub-sector across the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) and East African Community (EAC) regions, with a specific focus on Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda. In Uganda, the emphasis is on two key anchor value chains which are Avocado and Onion. These value chains were selected due to shared agronomic, logistical, and regulatory challenges and opportunities. The goal is to leverage the significant potential of these value chains to generate substantial economic benefits and job creation.

COMESA Launches Horticulture Trade Mission to the European Union https://lnkd.in/e7K3YXuB - The Cooperator News KAMPALA, September 24, 2024 — Representatives of 11 Small and Medium Enterprises [SMEs] from Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe recently undertook a horticulture engagement mission to the European Union [EU]. The mission was meant to increase the competitiveness and market access of the SMEs in horticulture, exploring market opportunities through active participation in value chains and facilitating networking opportunities for COMESA horticulture producers. The mission was supported by the COMESA Regional Enterprise Competitiveness and Access to Markets Programme [RECAMP] funded by the EU under the 11th European Development Fund [EDF 11]. It enabled the SMEs …

Wollondilly Shire Council is seeking feedback on a planning proposal to amend the Wollondilly Local Environmental Plan 2013. The intent of the Planning Proposal is to amend WLEP 2011 to create a pathway for horticulture to be undertaken on certain rural zoned land across the Shire as either: Exempt development (where a development application is not required), or Via a fast tracked approval process known as Complying Development. More specifically, the proposal intends to amend WLEP 2011 so that on suitable land, horticulture can be undertaken: (i) As exempt development in the RU1 Primary Production Zone (ii) As exempt or complying development in the RU2 Rural Landscape Zone (iii) As exempt or complying development in the RU4 Primary Production Small Lot Zone. Submissions close on the proposed changes close on 14 August 2024. Jeff Mead Sophie Perry Troy Loveday

(AUSTRALIA 13.09.24) 2024-60: Horticulture – New market access for plums to Vietnam [AG: Summerfruit Australia Limited and the Data Void - A Look at the Australian Plum Industry] #biosecurity #globaltrade #plums #vietnam Industry Advice Notice 2024-60 announces new export protocols for Australian plums (Prunus salicina and Prunus domestica) to Vietnam. The protocol, now available in the Manual of Importing Country Requirements (Micor), requires farms and packhouses to be accredited and may involve pre-season or in-season audits. ----- [AG: This is what we know - Australia cultivates both European (Prunus domestica) and Japanese plums (Prunus salicina), with various cultivars grown across diverse regions. While the domestic production volume of plums varies each year, recent figures have proven elusive in our search. Plums are typically harvested from late December to March, with peak harvest times varying by variety. For instance, early varieties like 'Rose Zee' are harvested just before Christmas, while others like 'Coe's Golden Drop' and 'Green Gage' ripen in February. Common varieties grown include 'Santa Rosa', 'Satsuma', 'Donsworth', and 'Mariposa', among others. These varieties thrive in various Australian climates, with Japanese plums generally preferred for fresh consumption due to their larger size and juiciness. European plums are often used for processing into products like prunes. Domestic prices for plums can vary based on the season, quality, and variety. However, specific pricing data is not provided in our search results. Plums are popular among consumers for their versatility, being suitable for fresh eating, cooking, and preservation. Australia exports plums to several countries, although specific export volumes and destinations are not detailed in our search results. The export market is influenced by the quality and variety of plums produced, with some varieties like 'Donsworth' noted for their ability to withstand longer shipping times, making them suitable for markets such as Taiwan. In summary, while specific quantitative data regarding production size, prices and export volumes is limited, the plum industry in Australia is diverse, with a range of varieties suited to different markets and uses. The growing season typically spans from late December to March, and the market is supported by both domestic consumption and export opportunities. The lack of readily and freely available Australian plum production, consumtion, market and trade data raises a pertinent concern regarding whether Summerfruit Australia Limited (SAL) summerfruit.com.au - the key industry representative at both national and international levels - is fulfilling its role effectively.] ----- https://lnkd.in/ga2i79JE