Egypt will maintain its position as the largest exporter of oranges

A recent report by the Agricultural Affairs Office of the American Embassy in Cairo expected an increase in Egypt's exports of fresh oranges to about 1.5 million metric tons in the current year compared to 1.37 million in the previous year, thanks to the high production amid favorable weather conditions. The report, titled "Egypt Preserves its Position as the Largest Global Exporter of Oranges," suggested that Saudi Arabia, Russia, the Netherlands, China and the United Arab Emirates would remain the most important importing destinations for Egyptian oranges. The report was prepared by agricultural specialist Ahmed Wali, and the agricultural attaché, Olotayo Akengbe, and approved by Abidi, Minister, Agricultural Counselor. According to the report, recent export destinations for Egyptian oranges include New Zealand, Japan and Brazil, indicating that the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus led to a decrease in exports last year by 343 thousand tons compared to the previous marketing year. ...