• Egypt’s food exports rise 8% to $4.03B in Jan-Jul 2025
• Frozen strawberries lead with $517M, up 77% year-on-year
• Saudi Arabia top buyer; U.S. and Sudan follow closely

Egypt's food sector exports reached $4.03 billion during the first seven months of 2025, an 8% increase compared to the same period last year. The data, released by the Food Export Council on Sunday, August 31, highlights the country's growing presence in the global food market.

Frozen strawberries were the top-performing product, with exports soaring 77% to $517 million. Cola concentrates ranked second at $360 million, followed by cooking oils at $220 million. Despite a year-on-year decline, sugar remained a significant export, ranking fourth.

Saudi Arabia was the sector's main customer, importing $303 million worth of goods, followed by the United States and Sudan. Other key export destinations included Libya, Jordan, and the Netherlands.

This strong performance reflects the broader expansion of Egypt's agri-food sector. In the first half of 2025, agricultural exports increased by 6% to 5.2 million tons.

The Egyptian government has made significant efforts in recent years to open new international markets. The country successfully secured access for its fruits and vegetables in eight new markets, including South Africa, Costa Rica, Uzbekistan, India, and the Philippines.

Agriculture Minister Alaa Farouk attributed the growth to the sector's adherence to international standards, which he said has helped Egypt maintain its reputation, overcome trade barriers, and expand its export footprint.

Lydie Mobio