This means there might be an opportunity for Africa to step up production to fill the gap. Moreover, some experts predict that the challenges will be short-lived as farmers respond to higher prices and the emergence of new supply sources. Dutch farmers grow their tomatoes under greenhouses covering almost 100 km2 to light the crops. However, Morocco, Egypt, and Nigeria are among the largest producers of tomatoes in Africa. This calls for other countries, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), to also step up their production for export by following the required international standards.

Source: The North Africa Journal March 09, 2023 19:52 UTC