Antigua & Barbuda Receives First European Produce Shipment

Antigua and Barbuda has received its first shipment of fresh fruits and vegetables under a new European supply arrangement. The initiative is expected to reduce import costs and provide more options for sourcing produce.

The supplier, Paradise Foods, told Cabinet that it could offer fruits and vegetables at prices 35 to 40 per cent lower than those available from other markets. The projected savings apply to procurement costs, and no changes to supermarket prices have been confirmed.

The company sources produce from countries including Germany, Spain, Morocco, Egypt and Peru. Its wider network could also help Antigua and Barbuda avoid shortages when extreme weather, seasonal changes or international developments disrupt traditional supply routes.

Paradise Foods has also expressed interest in working with the Central Marketing Corporation (CMC). The company is willing to explore investments in cold storage and provide training to improve the handling and storage of fresh produce. It has also suggested using Antigua and Barbuda as a regional distribution hub.

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