The opening of the Saudi Arabian market to Brazilian flowers creates an opportunity for the sector, but logistical barriers hinder the exploration of this potential. According to Renato Opitz, director of the Brazilian Institute of Floriculture (Ibraflor), the opening of the Saudi market, announced in October by Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, is positive but comes with challenges ahead.
"The domestic market is very strong and has grown significantly in recent years. What makes exports more difficult is the fact that the main importing countries are in the Northern Hemisphere, which presents several problems, most of all a lack of flights, logistical issues, and high freight costs. Since we're talking perishable products, it complicates matters considerably and restricts international trade," says Opitz.
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