Garlic volumes to drop by 50% in Egypt

The garlic season in Egypt will face a volume decline of up to 50%. According to Mr. Anthony Mina, CEO of E2M, this decrease is normal and follows the cycle of decreasing volumes that occurs every two years.

Anthony explains, "January and February are the most critical months for garlic production in Egypt in terms of weather conditions. So far, the conditions are optimal and we expect good quality produce. However, after two years of excessive production, volumes will decrease this year because many producers have suffered losses and reduced their acreage." According to the producer, the political situation in Eastern Europe is also contributing to this decrease.

E2M has anticipated this decrease in supply by planting its own crops. Anthony adds, "When we had just started our garlic export business in 2015, we were buying from packing stations and later directly from producers. Today, we have our own garlic plantings to control our volumes and ensure a steady supply." The company exported its first container of garlic to Melbourne, Australia, in 2015. Since then, it has maintained a presence in Australia, Canada, the U.S. and Taiwan, where E2M is the top garlic exporter.