The marketing season for Egyptian early potatoes is now in the starting blocks. “60 percent of the so-called winter crop has already been harvested and these quantities are now gradually being loaded via the port of Ravenna,” reports David Guillebeau (r), CEO of Prodivec Swiss AG and specialized Egyptian importer. “Despite the lack of seeds last fall, the volume forecasts indicate an average harvest, similar to last year’s volume. Prices are expected to remain at a similarly high level to the past two years, which in turn is due to the sharp rise in costs along the value chain.”

Prodivec Swiss AG has been the marketing partner of the Egyptian producer Agrofood for six years now. The collaboration has been continuously strengthened. In 2025, Prodivec Swiss AG will be the exclusive partner for Fairtrade goods. In addition to early potatoes, the company is also dedicated to the procurement and marketing of sweet potatoes, onions, and fresh garlic of Egyptian origin. Guillebeau: “Our local partner has several production sites, not only on the Desert Roads between Alexandria and Cairo but also in other parts of the country south of the Nile and in Al Farafa, 500 km southwest of Cairo. In general, we have noticed that a great deal has been invested in new farms and certifications in recent years, which is why the tonnage of potatoes has grown significantly. We at Prodivec want to make our contribution to social conditions at the source and are offering Fairtrade-certified new potatoes for the first time this year.”

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