South African citrus could face more checks into the UK

South African citrus industry prepares for less flexibility in UK exports

2026-07-15T14:28:00+01:00By

The citrus industry in South Africa is preparing for reduced market access and more checks on exports to the UK under planned realigment with EU and new SPS agreement 

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South African citrus could face more checks into the UK

South African citrus industry prepares for less flexibility in UK exports

The citrus industry in South Africa is preparing for reduced market access and more checks on exports to the UK under planned realigment with EU and new SPS agreement 

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