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News
Complete Southern African citrus forecast confirmed
The CGA has published its first complete forecast of the 2025 season after the mandarin estimate was confirmed
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Features
Food security starts at home
The UK’s dependence on the Mediterranean leaves it vulnerable to the impact of increasingly frequent weather extremes to hit the region, including the devastating floods in southern Spain
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Tender dispute at Durban Container Terminal nears resolution
D-day for Durban container port battle has finally arrived with the contesting parties back in port
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Southern African grape growers weigh up new cultivar options
Winter marks a period of introspection for South African table grape producers, with big decisons to be made
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Comment
Comment: Fruitist is on the verge of something berry big
A predicted IPO might be seen as a high-stakes bet on the future of fresh berries, but there is also plenty to be gained
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Features
Is ozone the future of sustainable water treatment?
In the face of growing concerns over water scarcity, Camilla Khrulova, CEO of Sweden’s JC Environment, sees ozone as the environmentally responsible solution to water treatment in the fresh produce sector
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Dorì kiwifruit reveals brand refresh and social media launch
Yellow-fleshed fruit will be promoted on range of social media channels as production and demand continues to grow
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SanLucar and VFB Stuttgart make RSA dreams come true
Football legends Cacau and David Kannemeyer attend opening of new sports ground and training programme
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South Africa’s honey bees are under threat
Healthy bee populations are key to agriculture in South Africa, with 50 different crops relying on pollination for their success
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Analysis
Analysis: Range of fruit drives South Africa’s export growth
Wayne Prowse explains how the country’s commitment to certain categories makes it a key counter-seasonal supplier
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Kissabel apples progress towards commercial volumes in Southern Hemisphere
Sales have commenced in Australia while production in Argentina and Chile is in the early stages and New Zealand and South Africa are testing new varieties
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Orange River rainfall dampens South African raisin forecast
Forecasts have been revised downwards with Raisins SA now expecting a marketable yield of 84,360 tonnes
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Changing export markets is easier said than done
South African fresh produce exporters who market their fruit in the US say it is not merely a case of shifting produce from one market to another to deal with looming US tariffs
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Jingold expands yellow kiwifruit production in Greece
Company targets 40 per cent growth in overall volume from Europe, as retail interest in its range of varieties grows
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South Africa-India trade agreement hopes raised
A South African delegation has returned from a visit after positive talks on a new trade deal with Indian authorities
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Apple celebration days in the Cape
South Africa’s apple sector marks the start of the industry more than 360 years ago
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Duroc tomatoes strengthen position on European market
Morocco’s tomato export industry has undergone significant developments during a season marked by both opportunities and challenges, according to Fatiha Charrat, deputy general director of Delassus
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Shaffe president writes to Donald Trump to express tariff concerns
Southern Hemisphere fresh produce body warns of major disruption to global supply chains, negative market stability, and higher prices for consumers
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Counter-seasonal supply brings Sweet C closer to year-round shelf presence
Innovative marketing has been a hallmark of the South African mandarin brand, which is now supported by counter-seasonal supply
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Egypt reaffirms commitment to protect grape breeder’s rights
CAPQ will revoke export codes from companies in violation of these rights