All articles by Fred Meintjes
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NewsCountdown begins to crucial G20 meeting in Johannesburg
South African president Cyril Ramaphosa has been wooing international leaders. Photo: GCIS With the G20 Summit in South Africa just weeks away, the country’s fruit sector will be wondering if has made the most of the opportunities that this unique gathering offers. Is the country seizing the ...
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NewsSouth African table grape season starts with promising outlook
South Africa’s new table grape season shows promising early signs with favourable growing conditions across all five production regions and expectations of nearly 80mn cartons, while port improvements at Cape Town Container Terminal are set to enhance export logistics
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NewsSouth African export logistics sector shows major improvement
Government agencies and private sector collaboration has delivered significant operational efficiencies across South Africa’s export logistics network, with the citrus industry shipping record volumes and port facilities showing marked improvements
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NewsClemenGold International reaffirms strategic focus after successful season
South African citrus marketer ClemenGold International has outlined its strategic approach following another successful soft citrus season, highlighting brand-led marketing successes in India and year-round supply innovations through Chinese partnerships
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NewsSouth African stonefruit exports forecast to grow
South African stonefruit producers are forecasting strong growth in nectarines this season, while there will be modest increases for plums and peaches, with overall export volumes expected to rise 6 per cent compared to the previous season
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NewsSouth African fruit leaders welcome China stonefruit access
Stonefruit orchards in South Africa have been provisionally registered with the country’s Department of Agriculture in anticipation of gaining market access to China following the signing of a historic trade protocol
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NewsSouth African citrus industry says stronger partnerships are needed
The South African citrus industry has achieved a record export season with 203mn cartons shipped, significantly surpassing initial predictions and reinforcing the sector’s growth trajectory towards its 2032 Vision 260 target
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NewsSati and Transnova Africa win platinum logistics award
The South African Table Grape Industry and Transnova Africa have been jointly awarded a Platinum Award at the 2025 GIBS Logistics Achiever Awards for their pioneering Prescriptive Logistics Model that is reshaping fresh produce exports
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NewsSouth Africa gains China stonefruit access, eyes blueberry and cherry approval
South Africa has signed a new protocol allowing stonefruit exports to China, while agriculture minister John Steenhuisen has invited Chinese authorities to inspect blueberry and cherry facilities to secure market access for these categories in the next season
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NewsSouth Africa nears US trade deal to ease export tariffs
Trade minister Parks Tau says the two countries are close to finalising a deal that could ease damaging tariffs and protect thousands of local jobs in the fresh produce sector
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NewsCourt dismisses Maersk challenge to ICTSI Durban terminal tender
A South African high court has dismissed Maersk’s legal challenge to International Container Terminal Services’ tender win for Durban Container Terminal Pier 2, clearing the way for the long-delayed public-private partnership to proceed
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NewsSouth Africa relaunches WTO process over EU citrus dispute
South Africa has relaunched its World Trade Organization process to resolve the long-running dispute with the European Union over citrus trade restrictions, despite recent strengthening of bilateral relations amid the US tariff war
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NewsNamibia-South Africa ‘tomato war’ threatens regional trade flows
A dispute over tomato export permits has escalated tensions between Namibia and South Africa, with 3,000 tonnes of Namibian tomatoes at risk just weeks before the crucial table grape season begins
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NewsSouth African citrus exports surge past 200mn cartons
South African citrus growers are celebrating a record export season, with shipments now expected to exceed 200mn cartons despite early closures to key EU and US markets due to regulatory and tariff challenges
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NewsSati issues estimate for South African grape crop
If present weather conditions persist, export volumes for South African grapes could exceed 81mn cartons, according to industry association Sati
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NewsSouth Africa seeks US tariff relief for fruit exports
South African fresh produce exporters are hoping for adjustments to 30 per cent US tariffs before the new season, as trade minister Parks Tau confirms negotiations have entered a critical phase
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NewsB20 highlights challenging global trade environment amid geopolitical tensions
The influential G20 business engagement group has warned that geopolitical tensions are creating a challenging global trade environment, with economic growth prospects revised downward
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NewsSouthern African grape growers confident ahead of new season
Southern African grape growers are expressing confidence ahead of the new season following a successful 2024/25 export campaign, with good weather conditions supporting vineyard development after winter
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NewsGlobal blueberry leaders gather in Cape Town for IBO Summit
The International Berry Organization Summit opens in Cape Town this week, bringing together global blueberry players as Southern African producers seek new market opportunities and regional cooperation
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NewsSouth Africa eyes promising stonefruit season despite challenges
South African stonefruit growers are looking ahead to a positive season following last year’s significant volume increases, though US tariffs present new challenges