Africazine:
Egypt’s food export sector shows robust activity with significant shipments last week.
During the week of January 17-23, 2026, Egypt exported around 210,000 tons of food products. The National Food Safety Authority reported that citrus fruits and sweet potatoes were the standout items among the 5,900 food consignments from 1,540 exporting companies.
Egypt’s Leading Food Exports This Week
Citrus fruits dominated Egypt’s food exports, totaling 67,000 tons. This was followed by strawberries, which contributed 8,000 tons, and assorted fruits at 7,000 tons. Overall, fruit exports reached 82,000 tons across 30 different varieties.
Vegetable exports also performed well, amounting to 46,000 tons from 34 varieties. Sweet potatoes led this category with 10,000 tons, while beans and potatoes each accounted for 7,000 tons.
Egypt: Key figures on food exports
- 210,000 tons of food products exported
- 5,900 food consignments recorded
- 1,540 exporting companies involved
- 82,000 tons of fruit exports
- 67,000 tons of citrus fruits exported
- 46,000 tons of vegetable exports
- 10,000 tons of sweet potatoes exported
- Shipments reached 182 countries
Top Importers of Egyptian Food Products
The shipments reached a diverse range of 182 countries. Among the top importers were Saudi Arabia, Russia, the United Arab Emirates, the Netherlands, and Sudan. This wide reach highlights Egypt’s growing role in the global food market.
Future Outlook for Egypt’s Food Exports
As the food export sector continues to thrive, stakeholders are likely to focus on expanding product varieties and enhancing quality standards. The ongoing demand from international markets presents opportunities for further growth.
Egypt’s food export sector is thriving, showcasing its agricultural strengths on a global stage.
