Food News
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Egyptian Cabinet Grants Golden License to Lesaffre Egypt
This ambitious project is set to produce 22,600 tons annually of instant active dry yeast in August 2026.
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Egyptian agricultural exports hit 8.6 million tons in 2024
This is an increase by over one million tons compared to 2023.
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Egypt's Government Says Strategic Wheat Reserves Good for 4 Months
Strategic sugar reserves were sufficient for 13.5 months, while vegetable oil reserves were enough for 6.3 months.
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Egypt Becomes Europe’s Second-Largest Fresh Produce Exporter
Egypt’s fresh produce exports to Europe reach 917,000 tonnes, growing 7% in the last season, second only to the Netherlands.
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Egypt is building a high tech fishing fleet
This reflects the country's strategic commitment to modernizing its fishing fleet while advancing its broader maritime capabilities.
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Egypt’s Agriculture Ministry issues 13,238 licenses for livestock, poultry projects in ’24
Support initiatives included distributing 404,000 layer hens and selling table eggs through mobile outlets at prices 20–25 per cent below market rates
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Egypt’s wheat imports hike 40% YoY in 2024
This is compared to 2023 wheat imports, which amounted to about 10 million tons.
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What is vertical farming? and what can it do for Egypt?
This innovative method can be implemented in skyscrapers, warehouses, shipping containers, or purpose-built greenhouses.
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The viral foods tourists are trying in Egypt
Sometimes, the real gems are tucked away in the most unexpected spots along the old corniche streets, in unassuming shops, or with street vendors.
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Egypt's Mostakbal Misr receives first wheat import shipment
The Mikhail Nenashev, carrying a shipment of 28,000 tons, arrived at Alexandria's port. The seller or price of the shipment has not been revealed.
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The "Agri Expo" Agricultural Supplies Exhibition kicks off in its 10th edition next month
The event will take place from January 20 to 22, 2025, at the Green Desert Al-Madawy Hotel.
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Biogas production units slash living costs for farmers in Egypt
The International Energy Agency has predicted that biogas production will increase by 32% between 2023-2028.
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Egypt secures wheat needs through June 2025
Shipments of the contracted wheat have begun arriving at Egyptian ports, with further deliveries scheduled in the coming months.
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Egypt seeks to reclaim 4 million feddans to enhance food security
The aim is attaining self-sufficiency and strengthening its position as a major supporter of food security in the region
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Successful trials for blueberry growing in Egypt
According to the grower, several companies are turning their attention to blueberries, and production tests are multiplying in the country.
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Pharmaceuticals and food sectors key focus of Saudi ministers’ Egypt trip
Alkhorayef met with senior Egyptian officials and major private sector leaders to highlight Saudi Arabia’s competitive investment environment.
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Food industry represents almost 14% of Egypt’s total exports
The food industry contributes approximately 14% of Egypt’s total exports, emphasizing its importance in driving economic growth.
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Egypt: Planted garlic area doubled
Doubling the acreage means a return to normal production since, last season, garlic acreage in Egypt was halved on the season before.
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Monoprix plans to make its debut in Egypt next year
French retailer Monoprix plans to make its debut in Egypt next year, as part of its international expansion.
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Egypt adopts ambitious strategy targeting global date market
Egypt’s export performance is modest. According to government data, only around 4-5 per cent of its annual production is exported.