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- April 13, 2025
Nigeria strengthens cold chain infrastructure to boost food security
NIGERIA – The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing cold chain infrastructure in Nigeria to improve food security and reduce post-harvest losses. Minister
Nigeria’s cocoa exports surge amid global market dynamics
NIGERIA – Nigeria’s cocoa exports witnessed an extraordinary 606 percent surge in the fourth quarter of 2024, reaching N1.2 trillion (US$0.78 billion) from N171 billion
Lagos butchers struggle as soaring cow prices threaten livelihoods
NIGERIA – The Lagos State Butchers’ Association has raised concerns over the escalating cost of cows, warning that the crisis is making it increasingly difficult
Togo mandates local sourcing for fish, poultry imports in new trade rule
TOGO – Togo’s Ministry of Fisheries and Animal Resources has introduced a new requirement for importers of fish, poultry meat, and related products. Starting February
Kenya’s coffee sector reforms set to boost farmers’ earnings in 2025
KENYA – Kenya’s Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has assured coffee farmers of increased earnings this year, citing key government interventions aimed at improving production and
Kenya’s macadamia export ban sparks industry divide
KENYA – Kenya’s macadamia industry is at a crossroads following the government’s decision to reinstate a ban on the export of unprocessed nuts. The move,
Botswana lifts ban on South African vegetable imports
BOTSWANA/SOUTH AFRICA – Botswana has officially lifted its ban on vegetable imports from South Africa, marking a significant milestone for agricultural trade in the Southern
Kenya moves to address unsold tea stock as industry faces market challenges
KENYA – The Kenyan government and the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) have introduced a series of measures aimed at stabilizing tea prices and tackling
South Africa resumes white maize imports
SOUTH AFRICA – South Africa has resumed importing white maize for the first time since March 2017, as poor local harvests and heightened regional demand
Cargill Kenya shifts focus to grains, leaves tea auction market
KENYA – Cargill Kenya Limited, a major buyer at the Mombasa Tea Auction for over 40 years, has announced its withdrawal from the market, raising