Agricultural News
Summer Star Ruby: South African Grapefruit promotion launched in the German Market
In a bold step to reinvigorate global grapefruit consumption, South Africa’s grapefruit growers, together with the Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa (CGA), have launched the Summer Star Ruby campaign, with Germany chosen as the first market for rollout.
South Africa leads world Macadamia production
Over the past decade, South Africa has become a powerhouse as country has been officially recognised as the world’s largest producer of macadamias, and the 2024 recovery on returns for macadamias after a two-year slump is further fuelling expansion.
South Africa is well established as a leading Southern Hemisphere Pink Lady® apple producer
South Africa has firmly established itself as a frontrunner producer of Pink Lady® apples in the Southern Hemisphere. With an annual output of approximately 5 million cartons, the country is a major player from the Southern Hemisphere, competing with Chile, New Zealand, and Australia for Northern Hemisphere markets.
South African Citrus industry projections and export marketing challenges
South Africa’s citrus industry is one of the world’s leading players in global fruit exports. As the second-largest exporter of fresh citrus globally, after Spain, South Africa ships fruit to over 100 countries.
Developing the Indian Market for South African Fruit
In an ongoing quest to develop and expand export markets, South Africa is strategically focusing on the Indian market, as this market has over one billion people and a rising demand for high-quality fresh produce.
Fruit South Africa Enters New Chapter with Strengthened Leadership and Renewed Industry Focus
Fruit South Africa (FSA), the umbrella body for the country’s fruit industry, has marked a new chapter with key leadership appointments and a strengthened commitment to industry-wide collaboration.
South African Table Grape Harvest ends well after a season defined by ideal weather
South African table grape industry recorded its largest national harvest ever, packing 78.9 million cartons, a 4% increase on last year, with 77.4 million cartons exported.
South Africa’s Kiwifruit Industry
South Africa’s Kiwifruit Industry: A Sweet Surge of Innovation and Opportunity.
South Africa’s kiwifruit industry is experiencing a dynamic transformation or rapid growth.
South African Agriculture Weekly Update – Week 10 of 2025
This is our South African Agriculture Weekly Update for Week 10 of 2025. South African Agriculture Shows Strong Growth in 2024 South Africa’s...
South African Agriculture Weekly Update – Week 9 of 2025
This is our South African Agriculture Weekly Update for Week 9 of 2025. South Africa’s Avocado Export Potential and Crop Insurance Innovations South...
South African Agriculture Weekly Update – Week 8 of 2025: AGOA & The Future of South African Citrus Exports
This is our South African Agriculture Weekly Update for Week 8 of 2025 on AGOA & The Future of South African Citrus Exports. The African Growth...
South African Agriculture Weekly Update – Week 7 of 2025
This is our South African Agriculture Weekly Update for Week 7 of 2025. South Africa’s agriculture sector has seen major developments over the past...
Grape Evolution’s Visit: A New Era for the Volcani Institute Table Grape Varieties in South Africa
In January, Dimitrios Spanos, Founder and Director of Grape Evolution, along with his team, visited South Africa to introduce table grape growers to...
South African Olive Oil Industry: A Rising Star in Quality and Potential
South Africa’s olive oil industry, though relatively young, has emerged as a significant player in the global olive oil market. With olive oil...
South African Table Grapes: 2025 Market Outlook
South African Table Grapes: A Resilient Industry in 2025 The South African table grape industry approaches the 2024/25 season with optimism and...
South African Stone Fruit: Driving Global Growth in 2025
The South African stone fruit industry plays a vital role in the nation’s agriculture, generating R3.85 billion annually. With a production of...
South African Blueberries: Leading the Way in Global Markets
The South African blueberry industry continues to establish itself as a key global player. Despite shifting market dynamics, South African...