Severe Weather Impacts South African Fruit Exports
• South Africa's apple exports to India have surged, reaching 231,215 cartons by week 8, a significant increase from last year.
• For the first time, South African plums have been exported to China, marking a new milestone in trade relations.
• Severe hail and windstorms have caused substantial damage to apple yields in Langkloof and Ceres, with producers facing crop losses of 5% to 17%.
Export success and weather challenges intertwine
The South African fruit industry is experiencing a mixed start to the year, characterized by significant export achievements and substantial challenges due to severe weather conditions.
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