Southern Africa
Europe will always be an important export market for the South African pome fruit sector. However, looking at income growth, population growth, and expectations, Africa and Eastern countries will become more prominent market destinations for South African exports in future.
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13 October - Nelspruit
2 December - Centurion
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27 October - Retail industry
24 November - Africa Agtech
09 December - Berry industry
Over the last five years, the South African avocado sector harvested approximately 125,000 tons of avocados per annum. South Africa expects an uptick in avocado exports this season of 66,000 tons compared to 60,000 tons in the previous season. Read the full update.
SA Table Grapes Considered a Healthy Industry That Will Continue to Prosper
PMA SA chairperson, Trevor Dukes, looks at 2021 with confidence and optimism as a year to expand our global fresh produce and floral communities to grow a healthier world.
"With powerful words such as fresh, health, essential, purpose, and future that are all linked to our industry, one cannot help but get excited about what 2021 has to offer,” says Dukes.
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Blockchain: Unlocking the Full Potential of Data-Sharing in the Fresh Produce Industry
For the fresh produce industry, the concept of blockchain technology holds vast possibilities and benefits to improve efficiency and traceability.
More >Future of Fresh Produce in Southern Africa Retail
In an environment where many households are food insecure and some face malnutrition, rural food hubs are a sustainable business model that can deliver affordable, nutritious food.
More >A Futuristic Look at Trends in the Fresh Produce Industry
In the fresh produce sector, technology and retail innovations abound. From futuristic hi-tech grocery stores, the rise of e-commerce opportunities, culinary innovation centres and revolutionary robotics technology to vertical farming and plant-based food innovations like cauliflower pizza and vegetable steaks.
More >Playing By the Rules: Understanding Fresh Produce Markets in China
Southern Africa is confronted with a host of opportunities to meet a growing consumption demand for fresh produce in China. A broader understanding of the markets in China is necessary to make informed decisions and ensure successful entry.
More >Zambia: A New Gateway for Fresh Produce Trade Into Africa
The fresh produce industry in Zambia brims with opportunities for the development of modern fresh produce markets that can also stimulate cross-border trade-flow in the entire region. Investments into the new fresh fruit and vegetable markets in the country can act as a re-export hub for supply to Zambia’s neighbours.
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