The apple and pear season began a few weeks ago, and there are many challenges ahead. As a rule of thumb, the RSA apple and pear industries are stable, showing small yet constant growth. This growth is mainly due to replanting new varieties with better yields. However, it is anticipated that apples and pears will experience a decline in export figures for the 2023 season. Apple exports are expected to decrease by 5 percent to 43.19 million cartons, and pear exports are predicted … [Read more...] about Fresh From the Field: South Africa Apple and Pear Season
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Ethics, Diversity, and Agility Wins Mondelez Africa’s Top Employer Award for the Fourth Year
Snacking leader, Mondelēz International, celebrates receiving Top Employer status for the fourth consecutive year. Mondelēz International, the leading multinational confectionery, food, and beverage company, has been recognised as one of Africa's top regional employers for the fourth consecutive year. Top Employers were recognized in a global virtual event by the Top Employers Institute on 17 January 2023. Companies are evaluated against a rigorous list of entry criteria and participate in … [Read more...] about Ethics, Diversity, and Agility Wins Mondelez Africa’s Top Employer Award for the Fourth Year
Sidel’s 1000th EvoBLOW will be the fastest in Africa
Sidel is celebrating the sale of its 1000th EvoBLOW. The iconic blow-moulder will be installed as part of a high-speed PET water line at StrongPack in Nigeria in early 2023. StrongPack has been a global packaging solutions leader Sidel customer since starting operations in 2018. Benefitting from an experienced, flexible, and customer-focused Sidel project management team, StrongPack is now one of Nigeria’s biggest co-packers of non-alcoholic beverages. The new 86,000 bottles per hour (bph) … [Read more...] about Sidel’s 1000th EvoBLOW will be the fastest in Africa
