Egypt has been famous since ancient times for its fertile lands along the river Nile. Here, agricultural production thrives across 6 million acres of rich farming land, from the river valleys in the south to the delta region in the north. With its warm, sun-drenched climate, Egypt produces succulent fresh fruit and vegetables all year round.
The Egyptian fresh produce market is abundant with a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, including pomegranates, grapes, bell peppers, potatoes and more. Citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons and mandarins flourish in Egypt’s year-round sunshine and fertile soil. Oranges are a key crop for the Egyptian export market: international demand for Egyptian oranges has increased in recent years, making Egypt one of the top orange exporters in the world.
Egypt is firmly established as a world player in the agricultural export market. Egyptian producers export annually at least 3 million tonnes of produce to countries all over the globe. These figures are set to grow even further: Egypt's total agricultural land area will increase by as much as 20% over the next few years, thanks to a government-backed project to reclaim arable land from the desert.
Exporting from Egypt is possible through a range of sea ports, along the country's Red Sea and Mediterranean coasts. These ports are also the focus of ongoing improvements to provide ever better export routes for supplying the international market.
With more and more growers and exporters entering the scene, it's crucial to find a reliable sourcing partner who can give you privileged access to the local market and guarantee quality on delivery.