Egypt will export tomatoes to Europe in the future

The next cycle of Egyptian tomato exports will start soon, in early December. Abdelkader Habony, exporter of a wide range of Egyptian fruits and vegetables, hopes to reach more European countries. "Egypt belongs to the group of the 5 largest tomato producers in the world, with a volume of more than 6 million tons and more than 200 local and international varieties. With our climate and different growing regions, we have a harvest all year round. This year there is no exception. The weather conditions are very favorable and there are no phytosanitary problems with viruses," says Abdelkader. Egyptian tomatoes are exported to the Gulf States, North Africa and, to a lesser extent, Europe. Morocco takes the lead in exports to Europe, despite the fact that the Moroccan yield is six times lower than the Egyptian one. "Morocco has the advantage of its geographical proximity to Spain, which makes transport costs much lower. It is as if Moroccan exporters serve their local market. Our ...