Fruit
Fruit farming in Africa is a thriving industry that supports food security, economic growth, and export markets. The continent produces a wide variety of fruits, including citrus, mangoes, bananas, avocados, berries, and apples, with different regions specializing in specific crops based on climate conditions
SA fruit industry tastes sweet success in India and China
The South African fruit industry has started the year on a positive note. Four times more apples were exported to...
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Land reform gets second chance: WIPHOLD’s plan to resurrect Zebediela Citrus Farm
After years of uncertainty and decline, the Limpopo government has secured what it believes is the right strategic partner to...
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WATCH | Failed land reform project gets second chance: Zebediela revival announced
After years of neglect that led to the complete collapse of the once-thriving Zebediela Citrus Estate, renewed hope is finally...
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AMT Fresh Produce Outlook | Fruit markets under pressure
This week’s AMT Fresh Produce Market Report by Dr Johann van der Merwe, Director of AMT.
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AMT Fresh Produce Outlook | Tomatoes drop 40%
If you’re farming fresh produce right now, this is not the week to ignore the markets.
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AMT Fresh Produce Outlook | Potatoes facing a perfect storm!
This week’s AMT Fresh Produce Market Report by Dr Johann van der Merwe, Director of AMT.
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SA secures new export market for table grapes in South Korea
South Africa has secured a new export market for fresh table grapes to the Republic of Korea (ROK), marking a...
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AMT Fresh Produce Outlook | Week of caution: Market flow will decide margins
This week’s AMT Fresh Produce Market Report by Dr Johann van der Merwe, Director of AMT.
Read moreDetailsAMT Fresh Produce Outlook | Can prices find support this week?
This week’s AMT Fresh Produce Market Report by Dr Johann van der Merwe, Director of AMT.
Read moreDetailsAMT Fresh Produce Outlook | Year of the Potato?
This week’s AMT Fresh Produce Market Report by Dr Johann van der Merwe, Director of AMT.
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