Egyptian carrots are 35% cheaper than the competition

Hassan says, "The season got off to a good start in mid-December. Production this year is excellent, as we have not recorded any diseases such as nematodes, which are the main concern in the carrot sector. Carrots are produced in Egypt in sandy desert soils, which contributes to the reduction of diseases, but also to high yields that reach up to 30 tons per feddan." [1 feddan = 0.42 ha].

Despite the production of almost 300,000 tons a few years ago, Egyptian carrots have only recently attracted the attention of importers, with the crisis in energy costs. Hassan says: "The global economic situation has had a major impact on the map of carrot production and trade. Many countries, where it had become too expensive to produce and maintain stocks of carrots, have discovered an Egyptian offer of very good quality, in the most sought-after varieties, and at a very good price. The area devoted to carrots in Egypt is increasing every year as a result, and vast tracts of land in the Egyptian desert have been reclaimed for this purpose."

"The most widely produced varieties are the so-called French or Dutch varieties, such as Fire Wedge, Maestro, Suprano, Presto, Nanco, and Jerada. Sizes range from 1.5 to 6 cm. Thanks to the use of sandy soils, we produce carrots that are solid, less susceptible to mold, and much easier to wash," adds the exporter.