All articles by Fred Meintjes – Page 2
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NewsFirst South African citrus estimate shows balanced growth
The Citrus Growers Association says there will not be an over- or undersupply of South African citrus this year
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NewsSouth Africa’s grape exports to “significantly exceed” forecast
The country’s table grape industry is ready to sign off on a good season
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NewsA sign of things to come for South African trade?
There is an increasing realisation that trade relations around the world are changing, and participation in AGOA could be nearing an end
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NewsTru-Cape meets rising demand for quality apples in Africa
With approximately half of all apples marketed by South Africa exporter Tru-Cape sold in Africa, the exporter says it continues to stay ahead of shifting consumer preferences and developments across the continent’s fresh fruit industry
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NewsSouth Africa adapts to PPWR future
While the general date for application is still 18 months away, South Africa’s pome and stonefruit industries are actively engaged in processes to adhere to the packaging regulations
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FeaturesSouth African citrus still well-positioned for growth
Country’s Citrus Summit highlights market access and logistical challenges as priorities
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NewsNew plantings boost South Africa’s kiwifruit business
The country’s climate is seen as ideal for growing varieties that are in demand globally
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NewsICTSI will be “strong and reliable partner to Transnet”
The court dispute between ICTSI, Transnet and Maersk over Durban Container Terminal is finally moving to a conclusion
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NewsSouth African avocados due in Europe this week
Excellent season with the potential for a record export crop is on the cards for South Africa this year
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NewsEU set to extend CBS measures on South African citrus
The South African department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development says the EU will extend its citrus black spot measures on the country’s citrus for another three years
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NewsBig week ahead for South African citrus
Several developments in South Africa this week will be crucial for the country’s citrus industry
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NewsHortfin reflects on its impact in South Africa
There have been many challenges over the past seven years, but executives say cooperation has carried the initiative forward
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NewsSouth African grape harvest coming to a close
With 94 per cent of the 2025 South African table grape export crop already packed, the season is expected to conclude by the middle of March
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NewsWelgemeen Boerdery claims top honour at Ceres Fruit Growers’ Awards
Small innovations make all the difference according to owner, the Hanekom family from the Witzenberg
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NewsWind delays affect early season Cape Town citrus shipments
A shift in the production of lemons to earlier growing regions has put more emphasis on Cape Town for shipments to northwest Europe
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NewsConventional shipping programme from South Africa is growing in stature
Exporters are supporting the country’s conventional shipping programme to counter wind delays in Cape Town
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CommentSouth African grapes mix old markets with new
New opportunities beckon, but traditional markets are still key for the country’s table grape industry
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NewsSouth Africa’s new government threatened by dissent
Drama in parliament as budget speech is postponed, causing speculation about the stability of the new government
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NewsICTSI jumps into the ring as port costs are revealed
Further comment has been made on solutions to the costs of inefficiencies in South African ports
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NewsCitrus industry reveals true cost of South African port inefficiencies
Study says the cost of inefficient logistics to the country’s citrus industry was a ”staggering” R5.27bn in 2024 alone