Citrus industry rakes in R20bn in exports, despite challenging events

6th December 2019

By: Simone Liedtke

Creamer Media Social Media Editor & Senior Writer

     

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South Africa, which packs 126-million cartons of citrus fruit for export globally, remains the second-largest global exporter of citrus fruit and, despite events such as drought and container terminal delays, the industry continues to rake export revenue of R20-billion a year into the country, says Citrus Growers Association CEO Justin Chadwick.

In a recent statement, he points out that, while this year’s packed total is lower than last year’s bumper crop of 136-million boxes, production remains high, with the industry remaining a valuable source of income and jobs for South Africa.

He explains that dry conditions in the northern areas of the country have affected some growers and have squeezed production levels.

Chadwick adds: “South Africa has a diverse spread of growing regions, which means the decline remains within the acceptable targets established by the industry.”

Edited by Chanel de Bruyn
Creamer Media Senior Deputy Editor Online

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