The Arab country increased its sector’s shipments by 17% this year until October, with a growth in sales of products such as dates and the entry of tomatoes into new regional markets.
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The top destination in Africa of Brazilian agribusiness goods in the first half of the year, Egypt has dramatically stepped up its purchases of sugar and soybean from the Latin American giant. On the other hand, Egypt supplies a significant volume of fruits to Brazil.
Investments in the Al-Baha region include coffee cultivation and a fruit nursery aimed at reducing dependence on imported food.
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The Arab country is expected to produced 295,000 tonnes this year, up 3.5%. Stone fruits include peaches, apricots, plums and nectarines.
A leading company in the Egyptian agricultural sector, Pyramids for Agro-Industries plans on starting exporting to Brazil. Its portfolio includes orange, lemon, tangerine, pomegranate, grapefruit, onions, sweet potato, strawberries, garlic, and others.
According to the Food Export Council, revenue reached USD 4.1 billion last year. The main products exported were rice, grains, onions, garlic, potatoes, vegetables, fruits, citrus, and peanuts.
Representatives of 10 Brazil-based fruit firms are on a trade mission to the Middle East to get to know the particulars of its market. The trip is promoted by Abrafrutas and Apex-Brasil and supported by the Arab Brazilian Chamber.
The Arab country estimates a 7% increase in fruit harvest in 2021. The major importers are Libya, France and Italy. Tunisia grows peaches, nectarines, apricots, plums and other fruits.
Agribusiness products were the top exports from Brazil to the bloc, which reached USD 11.47 billion, down 6.3%. Decline was lower than in other Brazil’s foreign partnerships, though.
The processed fruit can now be shipped inside a package made of coconut fiber. The material is light and should add value to the product, which will now be completely sustainable.
Abrafrutas executive director believes countries such as Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and UAE will consume more Brazilian fruits next year.
Marcelo Prado is a partner-director at the trading company Braz Foods together with Kuwaiti businessman Sabah Al-Sabah. For seven years, they have exported açaí and other sorbets made of Northern Brazil fruits to the Arab country and wants to expand business to the Middle East and North Africa.
The desert climate is no impediment to food production in Arab Gulf countries. Despite being major importers, they do produce legumes, vegetables, meats, dairies, milk and lots of dates. The items can be seen at SIAL Middle East.
