Food Trade SA

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agriculture, land reform and rural development

Department:

Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA

Food Trade SA

South Africa’s fresh food trade and supply chain directory 2021

nineteenth edition

Fresh

www.foodbevtrade.co.za www.dalrrd.gov.za

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AGRICULTURAL PRODUCE FROM SOUTH AFRICA

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Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development

Food Trade SA

The South African fresh food trade and supply chain directory

2021

nineteenth edition

Fresh

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© 2020

All rights reserved

Published by:

Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development Directorate International Trade

Private Bag X250, Pretoria 0001, South Africa www.dalrrd.gov.za

ISBN 978-0-6399074-0-6

– First published in the RSA as the PPECB Export Directory from 2002 to 2013 – Published as Food Trade SA since 2014

– Published as Fresh Food Trade SA since 2017

The publisher is responsible for the production of this directory and, to the best of its knowledge, the information contained herein is correct at the time of publication.

Individual contributors are responsible for the content of their insertions and it should be noted that the products or services they describe may be subject to change without notice. The Department of Agriculture, Foresty and Fisheries does not accept responsibility for consequences of actions which may arise from errors contained in this directory.

Statistical and product information supplied by:

PPECB (Perishable Products Export Control Board) PO Box 15289, Panorama 7506, South Africa www.ppecb.com

Production management by Malachite Publishing (Pty) Ltd PO Box 789, Somerset Mall 7137, South Africa

This publication is also available as an e-book at:

www.foodbevtrade.co.za

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Preliminary Section:

Ministerial Foreword v

About the directory vi

Director General’s Introduction vii

Message from the Perishable Products Export Control Board ix

Message from the Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum xi Section 1: Fresh Fruit 1-1 Section 2: Fresh Vegetables 2-1

Section 3: Step-by-step Export Manual 3-1

Section 4: Fresh Food Trade Service Providers 4-1

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Foreword

The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural De- velopment is pleased to present the 19th edition of the Fresh Food Trade SA directory. The fresh food industry is constantly evolving and accurate information on volumes and trends are vital for South African producers, exporters and the international markets we serve. This trade has an increasingly important role to play in our agricultural growth while also fostering food security.

The services delivered by the department through its sub- sidiaries, such as the Perishable Products Export Control Board (PPECB) are, amongst other measures, based on a national quality control system that ensures safe fresh products which adhere to international best practices. Health re- search globally increasingly provides evidence that fresh produce is still at the heart of a healthy and nutritional diet. South Africa has consistently, over many decades, been a world leader of fresh produce supply in a highly competitive world market – an indication of the pivotal role played by the agricultural sector in providing an efficient supply chain from farm to fork. The department therefore aims to contribute to the economy through sustain- ing and improving on global agricultural and food supply chains, while keeping on the cut- ting edge of technology in respect to food safety as a country.

Growth in the agriculture sector is about two to four times more effective in raising incomes among the poor compared to other sectors. This is important for 78 percent of the world’s poor who live in rural areas and depend largely on farming to make a living. As incomes rise, diets in developing countries also change; with staples such as cereals, roots and tu- bers declining and meat, dairy products and oil crops rising. Productivity increases are thus vital, but should be combined with environmental protection and restoration while new technologies must be both affordable and geared to the needs of the poor and under-nour- ished. Agriculture is also crucial to economic growth as it accounts for one-third of gross domestic product (GDP) and three-quarters of employment in Sub-Saharan Africa.

This directory serves as a window to what South Africa can offer as a truly credible inter- national role player who globally provides high quality products at competitive prices. It offers a macro overview of the trends and statistics for major products and product groups, and includes a chapter on step-by-step export advice for the new South African exporter. I would like to thank the institutions and individuals involved in making this publication pos- sible – a collaborative effort and an excellent product that will promote trade and further build business relations. As South Africa continues to explore new markets to diversify and increase exports, our foreign offices worldwide are encouraged to use this publication to market our produce and service providers.

Ms A.T. Didiza (MP)

Minister: Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development

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Introduction

South Africa recorded its first fruit export in 1841, but it is only since the beginning of the past century that our cross border trade in food has grown exponentially.

Today South Africa is still a nett exporter of agricultural products (by value) and large quantities and varieties of South African fresh and processed agricultural products travel the globe.

Modern trends now demand a year-round supply of safe and affordable products and, in this global food supply context, South Africa is committed to maintaining a world class food quality system through integrated systems for logistics, quality man- agement and traceability. These systems are safeguarding the health and well-being of people and are critical to sustainable national food security, economic development and are essential for the integrity of our food trade. For importers and consumers around the world, the standards, guidelines and codes of practice delivered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development and through its subsidiaries such as the Perishable Products Export Control Board (PPECB), contribute to safety and quality assurances of South Africa's food trade system. The department’s role in market access, tariff negotiation and resolving sanitary and phyto-sanitary issues will remain vital to enhance our competitive performance.

Trade has an important role to play in improving food security and fostering agriculture.

This underscores the importance of continued investment in our transport infrastructure in order to ensure that food items can be produced and moved cost-effectively. Such in- vestments are also important for ensuring the competitiveness of our high value food exports. The agricultural sector employs around 847 000 workers – making it one of the biggest employers in the economy. According to the The Food and Agriculture Organi- zation of the United Nations, growth in the agriculture sector is also two to four times more effective in raising incomes among the poorest – compared to other sectors. To this end, South African Trade Offices around the world continue to explore new markets to diversify and increase our exports.

This directory will contribute valuable information to buyers and role players within the agricultural produce export value chain. Recognition and appreciation is extended to the institutions and individuals who contributed and made substantial efforts to coordinate and make this publication possible.

Mr M.M. Mlengana

Director-General: Agriculture

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Together we grow and sustain your business

Our passion for excellence helps you grow your business and establish yourself as a preferred supplier of perishable products.

Together we grow and sustain your business

www.ppecb.com

Head Office T +27 21 930 1134 F +27 21 939 6868 45 Silwerboom Ave

Plattekloof, Cape Town 7560

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Message from the PPECB

The year 2020 will certainly be remembered for the dev- astating impact of COVID-19 on the global economy and humanity. Notwithstanding the devastation, the pan- demic also underlined the importance of agricultural pro- duce and the role of the sector as a role. During the pandemic, Vitamin C enriched produce remained in high demand and delivery to market was critical. The pan- demic also fast-tracked the use of virtual platforms and electronic media exponentially. This bodes well for the PPECB’s strategy of automation and digitisation over the next few years.

Central to the agricultural export industry, the Perishable Products Exports Control Board (PPECB) collects relevant export information and is ideally positioned to play an even greater role in providing timeous and well packaged information. To this end the organ- isation is recapacitating its business intelligence unit in order to further support the com- petitiveness of the South African export industry.

Over the years this directory has established itself as a noteworthy publication globally to highlight export trends and showcase what South Africa has to offer. The PPECB is therefore once again honoured to have contributed to this edition of the Fresh Food Trade SA directory.

We trust that this comprehensive overview will further contribute to the success of your business.

Lucien Jansen

Chief Executive Officer: Perishable Products Export Control Board

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FOR THE INDUSTRY, BY THE INDUSTRY

The Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum (FPEF) is a voluntary, non-proﬁ t organisation with more than 140 members, accounting for about 90%

of fresh fruit exported from South Africa.

The FPEF’s role is to provide leadership and services to its members, the international buying community and the fresh fruit and vegetable export industry.

FPEF members consist of fruit and vegetable exporters, producer-exporters, export and marketing agents, pack houses, logistics and other service providers. The FPEF is also a member of Fruit South Africa (FSA), together with the country’s four growers’ associations.

The FPEF also manages a number of projects for the beneﬁ t of the industry, such as training, mentorship and transformation initiatives and the Post-Harvest Innovation (PHI) Programme.

SOUTH AFRICA

+27 21 526 0474 [email protected] www.fpef.co.za

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Message from the FPEF

The South African Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum (FPEF) is a non-profit company, which is funded by its members. FPEF members are fresh produce exporter agents, producer-exporters, pack-houses, logistics, and other service providers.

The primary objective of the FPEF is to contribute to a sustainable, profitable, yet disciplined fresh produce ex- port industry. In order to that, all members must sign, and adhere to, a strict Code of Conduct – thus giving con- fidence to the international trading community that, when doing business with a FPEF member such a member is a reliable trading partner.

The FPEF represents 93% of fresh produce export volumes. Information regarding FPEF members is updated regularly on the FPEF website: www.fpef.co.za

The FPEF’s services to its members includes generic market development by ensuring visibility and awareness of SA fresh produce, engaging with Regulatory authorities on behalf of members to assist members with technical and operational efficiencies in order to enable export growth, providing information ( market statistics, market trends, etc.), post-harvest research, development and innovation and assistance with transformation of the industry.

Anton Kruger

Chief Executive Officer: Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum

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PLANTING THE SEEDS TO DEVELOP AGRO-INDUSTRIES

The Industrial Development Corporation’s Agro Processing and Agriculture Strategic Business Unit (SBU) supports a wide range of economically viable activities in the horticulture, food and beverage, animal protein (meat, dairy and aquaculture) and forestry sectors. Investing in this industry is critical to the economic direction of the country’s development plans. It is for this reason we encourage development in the sector via, amongst others, on-going economic growth, job creation and inclusivity.

Our strategic focus is to facilitate competitive import replacement in South Africa and the rest of the African continent, capitalize on our niche and high value crops (including those exported), as well as to support job-rich sub-sectors, rural development and inclusive development models, thereby promoting transformation and inclusivity in this sector.

Currently the SBU has over R5 billion of exposure and commitments in this sector and plans to increase its role in this highly important value chain. We are taking the lead in developing the Agro-Industry to reach its full potential by providing on-site job opportunities and turning raw products into consumable goods in the agro processing sector. We also look at financing projects with backward integration, adopting a value chain approach.

The IDC partners with new or existing companies within the Agro-Industries sector that plan to create new or expand their industrial capacity to create sustainable jobs and viable businesses. We also consider supporting BBBEE acquisitions for expansionary purposes in this sector and can consider financing in the rest of the continent as well.

Agro-Industries are often based in rural areas, and therefore we remain committed to developing the agriculture value chain. An increased agricultural output will not only result in the creation of additional rural agro-processing businesses but will also boost the country’s food security and economic growth. Promoting BEE and broad-based participation in turn supports transformation and inclusivity in this sector.

If you require funding, apply to the IDC by submitting a complete business plan. A business plan guide can be found on the IDC website.

For more information visit www.idc.co.za

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your business

AgriBusiness

Authorised Financial Services Provider Registered Credit Provider Reg No NCRCP7

For more detailed information, please visit our website at www.absa.co.za

As a partner in agriculture for over 100 years, Absa AgriBusiness understands that the soil connects us. It is the lifeblood that feeds our communities, opening doors to endless possibilities for shared economic growth. That is why farmers rely on us for supporting their planning and transforming their farming communities.

Absa has deep experience in developing tailored, world-class business solutions for all commodities in this sector. We understand agricultural businesses and the challenges they face. That is why we offer banking products and services that our clients need, from feeding to breeding.

We make managing your business easier by nurturing the crops that feed millions and stimulating the advancement of competitive new sector development. For Absa AgriBusiness, investing in our farming communities means investing in the the livelihoods of our people, thereby growing and sustaining our economy.

We do more so you can. That’s Africanacity.

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Fresh Fruit

Section 1

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1-1 FRESH FOOD TRADE SA 2021

R F S E H R F U I T SECTION 1 FRESH FRUIT

Citrus 1-7

Deciduous 1-25

Subtropical 1-43

Exotic 1-51

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T: +27 (0)12 007 1150 [email protected] www.fruitsa.co.za Agri-Hub Ofﬁ ce Park, 477 Witherite Road, The Willows, Pretoria, 0184

Fruit South Africa (FSA) is a non-proﬁt COMPANY AND THE UMBRELLA BODY REPRESENTING the Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa (CGA), HORTGRO (representing pome and stone fruit), South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) (representing table grape growers), SUBTROP (representing the avocado, Litchi AND mangoindustries) and the Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum (FPEF)&RUIT3OUTH

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The CGA represents the interests of the producers of export citrus. In

total approximately 1400 growers throughout Southern Africa (including

Zimbabwe and Swaziland) are members of the association.

SATI ISDEDICATEDTOMAINTAINING3OUTH!FRICAgS POSITIONASTHEPREFERREDCOUNTRYOFORIGINFOR RETAILERSAROUNDTHEWORLDASSUSTAINABLEASIT

MOVESINTOTHEFUTURE tel +27 (0)21 863 0366

[email protected] www.satgi.co.za

tel +27 (0)31 765 2514 [email protected] www.cga.co.za

tel +27 (0)15 307 3677 [email protected] www.subtrop.co.za HORTGRO focusES on production, research

and technology, COMMUNICATIONmarkets, and transformation within the deciduous

fruit industry.

tel +27 (0)21 870 2900 [email protected] www.hortgro.co.za

Subtrop is an association of associations that manages the affairs

of South African Avocado (SAAGA), ,itchi (SALGA), Macadamia (SAMAC)

and Mango (SAMGA), grower’s associations.

tel +27 (0)21 526 [email protected] www.fpef.co.za The Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum is a voluntary, non-proﬁ t organisation

with more than 130 members, accounting for over 90% of fresh PRODUCE exported from South Africa.

SOUTH AFRICA

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

A L L R F S E H R F U I T ALL FRESH FRUIT

FEATURED GROUPS

Citrus 1-7 Deciduous 1-21 Subtropical 1-39 Exotic 1-47

- 5 000 000 10 000 000 15 000 000 20 000 000 25 000 000 30 000 000 35 000 000 40 000 000 45 000 000

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35.23%EU

Asia 19.50%

Middle East 14.01%

13.97%UK Russia 6.61%

Africa 4.82%

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13.20%UK Russia 6.38%

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Indian Ocean islands

1.05% Oceania 0.01%

- 50 000 000 100 000 000 150 000 000 200 000 000 250 000 000 300 000 000

2015/2016 2016/2017 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020

Cartons

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ALL FRESH FRUIT : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT

( – • – 2017/18 SEASON —■— 2018/19 SEASON )

ALL FRESH FRUIT : PAST 5 SEASONS - PASSED FOR EXPORT

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

A L L C I R T U S

R F U I T ALL CITRUS FRUIT CITRUS FRUIT

- 5 000 000 10 000 000 15 000 000 20 000 000 25 000 000 30 000 000 35 000 000

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34.92%EU

Asia 21.34%

Middle East 17.69%

9.72%UK Russia 8.11%

N-America 6.83%

Africa 0.73%

0.65% S-America 0.01%

34.08%EU

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ALL CITRUS FRUIT : 2019/20 SEASON - MAJOR DESTINATIONS ALL CITRUS FRUIT : PAST 5 YEARS - MAJOR DESTINATIONS

ALL CITRUS FRUIT : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT ( – • – 2017/18 SEASON —■— 2018/19 SEASON ) ALL CITRUS FRUIT : PAST 5 SEASONS - PASSED FOR EXPORT

FEATURED VARIETIES

Grapefruit 1-9

Kumquats 1-11

Lemons 1-13

Limes 1-15

Oranges 1-21

Soft Citrus 1-23

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

G R A P E F U R T I GRAPEFRUIT

COMMERCIAL STORING Optimum storage temp.

11°C to 8,5°C

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The storage and transport temper- ature of grapefruit varies between 16°C and 8,5°C. The standard pro- cedure is however to constantly maintain the DAT at 7,0°C to en- sure an average pulp temperature of 8,5°C. The following criteria is used to decide on the transport temperature:

• Early season fruit still requiring external skin colouration – store and ship at 16°C

• Optimum storage temperature of well coloured fruit – store and ship at 10°C

• When mixed with other citrus types – store and ship at 8,5°C

• Cold treatment to control quaran- tine pests – store and ship colder than 0,0°C

EXPORT PRODUCTION AREAS CITRUS FRUIT

- 1 000 000 2 000 000 3 000 000 4 000 000 5 000 000 6 000 000 7 000 000

Cartons

40.27%EU

38.53%Asia Russia

8.97%

N-America 4.80%

4.79%UK Middle East

2.36% Indian Ocean islands

0.23%

41.91%EU

36.92%Asia Russia 7.95%

4.98%UK N-America

4.92% Middle East 2.97%

0.30% Africa 0.05%

- 2 000 000 4 000 000 6 000 000 8 000 000 10 000 000 12 000 000 14 000 000 16 000 000 18 000 000

2015/2016 2016/2017 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020

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GRAPEFRUIT : 2019/20 SEASON - MAJOR DESTINATIONS GRAPEFRUIT : PAST 5 YEARS - MAJOR DESTINATIONS

GRAPEFRUIT : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT

( – • – 2017/18 SEASON — ■ — 2018/19 SEASON )

GRAPEFRUIT : PAST 5 SEASONS - PASSED FOR EXPORT

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PO Box 403, Kirkwood 6120, RSA

Tel: +27 (0)42 230 0760

Fax: +27 (0)42 230 0760

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

K U M Q U A S T KUMQUATS

COMMERCIAL STORING Optimum storage temp.

4,5 to 11°C.

Optimum fresh air circulation (cubic m per hour – m

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Kumquats are closely related to plants of the citrus genus. Com- mercial kumquats are usually hy- brids between species of the kumquat genus and species of the citrus genus.

EXPORT PRODUCTION AREAS CITRUS FRUIT

- 5 000 10 000 15 000 20 000 25 000 30 000 35 000 40 000 45 000

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94.68%EU Middle East

5.32%

45.45%

- 20 000 40 000 60 000 80 000 100 000 120 000 140 000 160 000 180 000 200 000

2015/2016 2016/2017 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020

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KUMQUATS : 2019/20 SEASON - MAJOR DESTINATIONS KUMQUATS : PAST 5 YEARS - MAJOR DESTINATIONS

KUMQUATS : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT

( – • – 2017/18 SEASON — ■ — 2018/19 SEASON )

KUMQUATS : PAST 5 SEASONS - PASSED FOR EXPORT

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

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COMMERCIAL STORING Optimum storage temp.

7,0ºC to 10,0ºC

Optimum storage RH 95%

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The storage and transport temper- ature of lemons vary between 10°C and 7,0°C. The warmer tempera- ture of 10°C is used at the begin- ning of the season to enhance colour development. The optimum shipping temperature is 7,0°C.

Lemons to destinations requiring in transit cold treatment must be pre- cooled and shipped below 0,0°C depending on the requirements of the importing country.

EXPORT PRODUCTION AREAS CITRUS FRUIT

- 1 000 000 2 000 000 3 000 000 4 000 000 5 000 000 6 000 000 7 000 000

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Middle East 34.87%

31.45%EU 11.19% Asia

Russia 8.90%

8.39%UK

N-America 4.24%

0.54% S-America 0.02%

Middle East 35.75%

30.91%EU 11.51% Asia

Russia 8.72%

7.58%UK

N-America 4.35%

0.60% Africa 0.59%

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LEMONS : 2019/20 SEASON - MAJOR DESTINATIONS LEMONS : PAST 5 YEARS - MAJOR DESTINATIONS

LEMONS : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT

( – • – 2017/18 SEASON — ■ — 2018/19 SEASON )

LEMONS : PAST 5 SEASONS - PASSED FOR EXPORT

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

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COMMERCIAL STORING Optimum storage temp.

11,0ºC

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- 2 000 4 000 6 000 8 000 10 000 12 000 14 000 16 000

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Middle East 42.71%

32.22%UK 19.32%EU

4.40%

Africa 1.35%

Middle East 70.49%

17.39%UK

12.12%EU

- 5 000 10 000 15 000 20 000 25 000 30 000 35 000 40 000 45 000 50 000

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LIMES : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT

( – • – 2017/18 SEASON — ■ — 2018/19 SEASON )

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

O R A N G E S ORANGES

COMMERCIAL STORING Optimum storage temp. 4,5ºC Optimum storage RH 95%

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Oranges store best at a pulp tem- perature of 4,5°C. Early season or- anges can be stored and transported at 11°C to promote ex- ternal colour development. It is however recommended that a DAT of 10°C be considered especially for oranges packed in telescopic cartons to ensure a pulp tempera- ture closer to 11°C.

Prompt cooling soon after harvest should be applied and optimum pulp temperatures should be reached within 6 days from har- vest. This especially applies to the more sensitive Washington Naval cultivar.

As with lemons and grapefruit, or- anges can be held successfully at minus 0,5ºC for 14 days to comply with cold treatment requirements.

EXPORT PRODUCTION AREAS CITRUS FRUIT

- 5 000 000 10 000 000 15 000 000 20 000 000 25 000 000

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36.41%EU

19.07%

Russia 7.32%

N-America 6.97%

6.48%UK Africa 0.79%

0.64% S-America 0.02%

34.92%EU

20.34%

Russia 7.13%

6.07%UK

N-America 5.64%

Africa 0.91%

0.74% Oceania 0.01%

- 10 000 000 20 000 000 30 000 000 40 000 000 50 000 000 60 000 000 70 000 000 80 000 000

2015/2016 2016/2017 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020

Cartons

ORANGES : 2019/20 SEASON - MAJOR DESTINATIONS ORANGES : PAST 5 YEARS - MAJOR DESTINATIONS

ORANGES : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT

( – • – 2017/18 SEASON — ■ — 2018/19 SEASON )

ORANGES : PAST 5 SEASONS - PASSED FOR EXPORT

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

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C I R T U S SOFT CITRUS

EXPORT PRODUCTION AREAS CITRUS FRUIT

- 1 000 000 2 000 000 3 000 000 4 000 000 5 000 000 6 000 000 7 000 000 8 000 000

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28.49%UK

27.82%EU 12.41%Asia

N-America 11.08%

Russia 9.34%

Middle East 8.17%

Africa 1.49%

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27.50%EU

26.57%UK 14.70%Asia

N-America 10.63%

Middle East 8.88%

Russia 8.80%

Africa 1.61%

Indian Ocean islands 1.32%

- 5 000 000 10 000 000 15 000 000 20 000 000 25 000 000 30 000 000

2015/2016 2016/2017 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020

Cartons

SOFT CITRUS : 2019/20 SEASON - MAJOR DESTINATIONS SOFT CITRUS : PAST 5 YEARS - MAJOR DESTINATIONS

SOFT CITRUS : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT ( – • – 2017/18 SEASON — ■ — 2018/19 SEASON ) SOFT CITRUS : PAST 5 SEASONS - PASSED FOR EXPORT

COMMERCIAL STORING Optimum storage temp. 3,5ºC Optimum storage RH 95%

Optimum fresh air circulation (cubic m per hour – m

³

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Soft citrus, easy peelers or man- darins are common names for this group of citrus cultivars. Fruit of these cultivars are normally softer than the standard citrus fruit and have a loose skin that can easily be removed giving rise to these names.

Some of the commercial cultivars

that are exported are Clementines,

Ellendales, Minneolas, Satsumas,

Shamoutis, Tambors and Tanger-

ines. Fruit of these cultivars are

very delicate in texture and flavour

and are more temperature sensitive

than the traditional oranges. Cool-

ing to 3,5ºC as soon as possible

after harvest and maintenance of

the cold chain throughout is very

important to maintain quality. Soft

citrus are sometimes kept at 11,0°C

for relatively short periods to stim-

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be required.

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

A L L D E C I D U O U S R F U I T ALL DECIDUOUS FRUIT

FEATURED VARIETIES Apples 1-27 Apricots 1-31 Grapes 1-33 Nectarines 1-35 Peaches 1-37 Pears 1-39 Plums/Prunes 1-41

DECIDUOUS FRUIT

- 5 000 000 10 000 000 15 000 000 20 000 000 25 000 000 30 000 000

Cartons

33.43%EU

20.11% UK 17.79%Asia

Africa 11.46%

Middle East 8.66%

Russia 4.62%

N-America 2.23%

SE-Asia 0.05%Oceania

0.01%

31.98%EU

20.26%Asia 18.87%UK

Africa 11.91%

Middle East 8.44%

Russia 4.44%

N-America 2.47%

Indian Ocean islands 1.60% Oceania

0.02%

ALL DECIDUOUS FRUIT : 2019/20 SEASON - MAJOR DESTINATIONS ALL DECIDUOUS FRUIT : PAST 5 YEARS - MAJOR DESTINATIONS

ALL DECIDUOUS FRUIT : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT ( – • – 2017/18 SEASON —■— 2018/19 SEASON ) ALL DECIDUOUS FRUIT : PAST 5 SEASONS - PASSED FOR EXPORT

- 20 000 000 40 000 000 60 000 000 80 000 000 100 000 000 120 000 000 140 000 000

2015/2016 2016/2017 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020

Cartons

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

A P P L S E APPLES

COMMERCIAL STORING Optimum storage temp. 0,5ºC Optimum storage RH 95%

Optimum fresh air circulation (cubic m per hour – m

³

h

¹

) None

All South African commercially grown apples are cold stored, transported and shipped to distant markets at a pulp temperature of minus 0,5ºC. Storage life of all cul- tivars grown for export exceeds 4 months and this can be extended to more than 8 months by applying controlled atmosphere storage.

Some cultivars, however, are more sensitive to higher storage and transit temperatures. Yellowing and softening may become a problem later during the season while phys- iological disorders such as bitter pit are also temperature related. Main- tenance of pulp temperature at minus 0,5 ± 0,5ºC at all times is therefore important with cultivars such as Golden Delicious and all Red types. Some of the Red types have lower sugar content and are therefore more susceptible to freezing injury when exposed to temperatures below minus 1,5ºC.

EXPORT PRODUCTION AREAS DECIDUOUS FRUIT

- 500 000 1 000 000 1 500 000 2 000 000 2 500 000 3 000 000 3 500 000 4 000 000 4 500 000 5 000 000

Cartons

28.86%Asia

Africa 28.28%

19.84%UK 7.91%EU

Middle East 7.19%

Russia 4.56%

N-America 0.65% SE-Asia

0.08%

Oceania 0.02%

32.56%Asia

Africa 28.92%

18.54%UK Middle East

6.80%

6.68%EU Russia 3.34%

N-America 0.61% Oceania

0.02%

- 5 000 000 10 000 000 15 000 000 20 000 000 25 000 000 30 000 000

2015/2016 2016/2017 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020

Cartons

APPLES : 2019/20 SEASON - MAJOR DESTINATIONS APPLES : PAST 5 YEARS - MAJOR DESTINATIONS

APPLES : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT

( – • – 2017/18 SEASON — ■ — 2018/19 SEASON )

APPLES : PAST 5 SEASONS - PASSED FOR EXPORT

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Situated in the heart of South Africa’s pome fruit production area, Betko has grown exponentially over the past 25 years and has become a prominent name in the fruit export indus- try. Now, courtesy of their newly completed facility, specif- ically designed to improve operational efficiency, Betko can accommodate the cooling and distribution of more than 300 pallets per day.

To achieve this, Betko entrusted the design and project man- agement of fifteen new purpose-designed, 44-pallet pull- down tunnels and two new holding stores (with approximately 1,300 pallet positions per room) to the spe- cialist refrigeration and food services group, GEA Africa. The refrigeration systems for the tunnels are based on GEA’s tried-and-tested design that makes provision for a control valve assembly with associated evaporator coils for individ- ual control of each tunnel. The product and air temperature probes in the tunnels are connected to a monitoring system that allows operators to print graphs of historical data. GEA also designed a pump re-circulated liquid ammonia cooling system that was tied into the existing plant room. To cope with the added refrigeration load, an addition screw com- pressor package, evaporative condenser and accumulator vessel were installed. The facility also includes dedicated dispatch facilities with three electro-hydraulic docking lev- ellers, an additional loading platform and new operational management offices.

Apart from optimal refrigeration design, various green de- sign principles were implemented. Daniel Visser, Project Manager for GEA, highlights a few areas: “The roofing struc- ture has been designed to optimally utilise as much natural light and ventilation within the facility and office space. This was continued in the roof void where valves stations are sit- uated and our service technicians require suitable working conditions. The building was also optimally orientated and designed for future solar panel installation as already pro- posed and planned. The two holding stores feature insulated floors to minimise energy losses through the 1,500 m

²

floor space. Insulation thickness was increased in the walls and roof to improve thermal performance and reduce the infil- tration loads on the refrigeration system.“

High-speed doors are used to prevent thermal losses and breaks in the cold chain while mobile racking with four levels of storage ensures that best use of available floor space is made. In addition, the overhead offices in the dispatch area have suspended walkways on both the marshalling yard and warehouse sides – allowing the management team to have a 360° view of operations and ensures quick intervention if needed. With eight dedicated probes per tunnel, Betko has much better control over the cooling process, and cold ster- ilisation shipments can now be loaded significantly sooner.

The improved product flow has improved general container loading times dramatically.

“We can now, while maintaining the cold chain, load a con- tainer of 21 palettes within 15 minutes – an improvement by miles,” says Hein Langenhoven, Logistic Manager at Betko. “Cold storage capacity has increased to 2,600 pallets in the holding rooms, allowing us to accommodate shipping delays which occur quite frequently in peak season. Special shipment capacity has also increased dramatically from four containers per week to sixty.”

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

A P R I O C S T APRICOTS

COMMERCIAL STORING Optimum storage temp. 0,5ºC Optimum storage RH 95%

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Apricots are very sensitive to warm pulp temperatures and must be handled and stored at optimum conditions to reduce losses. All cul- tivars grown for sea export have a storage life of 28 days and more at a pulp temperature of minus 0,5ºC.

Apricots also have a relatively high rate of respiration and proper pre- cooling and adequate air circulation through the carton are very impor- tant.

EXPORT PRODUCTION AREAS DECIDUOUS FRUIT

- 50 000 100 000 150 000 200 000 250 000 300 000 350 000 400 000

Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar

Cartons

Middle East 46.96%

26.36%UK 24.25%EU

1.06%Asia

0.94%

Russia 0.23% Africa

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Middle East 52.04%

26.17%EU 19.74%UK

1.00%Asia

0.70% Russia 0.35%

- 100 000 200 000 300 000 400 000 500 000 600 000 700 000 800 000

2015/2016 2016/2017 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020

Cartons

APRICOTS : 2019/20 SEASON - MAJOR DESTINATIONS APRICOTS : PAST 5 YEARS - MAJOR DESTINATIONS

APRICOTS : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT

( – • – 2017/18 SEASON — ■ — 2018/19 SEASON )

APRICOTS : PAST 5 SEASONS - PASSED FOR EXPORT

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

G R A P S E GRAPES

COMMERCIAL STORING Optimum storage temp. 0,5ºC Optimum storage RH 95%

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Grapes are non-climacteric fruit and therefore do not ripen after picking. They also have a low rate of respiration, but must be stored and shipped at a pulp temperature of minus 0,5ºC and a relative hu- midity of 95%. This is to avoid decay (especially Botrytis cinerea) and desiccation of stems and berries.

Grapes are packed in cartons in polyethylene bags containing a sheet of specially prepared paper that produces sulphur dioxide gas.

Handling procedures, packaging, cooling rates and temperature regimes are all engineered to maintain optimum sulphur dioxide and humidity conditions around the grapes in the polybag.

Although the generation of sulphur dioxide is carefully controlled and the release to the outside air much reduced by the polyethylene bag, grapes should not be shipped with sensitive products such as apples.

EXPORT PRODUCTION AREAS DECIDUOUS FRUIT

- 5 000 000 10 000 000 15 000 000 20 000 000 25 000 000

Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug

Cartons

53.71%EU

25.58%UK 9.33%Asia

Middle East 4.35%

N-America 3.75%

Russia 1.45%

Africa 1.22%

SE-Asia 0.03%

Oceania 0.01%

54.07%EU

24.72%UK 9.54%Asia

Middle East 4.53%

N-America 4.15%

Africa 1.31% Russia

1.04% Indian Ocean islands 0.63%

- 10 000 000 20 000 000 30 000 000 40 000 000 50 000 000 60 000 000 70 000 000

2015/2016 2016/2017 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020

Cartons

GRAPES : 2019/20 SEASON - MAJOR DESTINATIONS GRAPES : PAST 5 YEARS - MAJOR DESTINATIONS

GRAPES : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT

( – • – 2017/18 SEASON — ■ — 2018/19 SEASON )

GRAPES : PAST 5 SEASONS - PASSED FOR EXPORT

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

N E C T A R N I S E NECTARINES

COMMERCIAL STORING Optimum storage temp. 0,5ºC Optimum storage RH 95%

Optimum fresh air circulation (cubic m per hour – m

³

h

¹

) None

Peaches and nectarines differ in ap- pearance, but the physiology of the fruits are much the same. Peaches and nectarines are therefore handled and stored similarly although differ- ent cultivars may respond differently during storage and transport. Most cultivars of peaches and nectarines may develop a physiological disorder known as woolliness. This situation is characterised by a lack of juice at the eating (ripe) stage. Maturity, storage and ripening temperatures are impor- tant factors in the development of this disorder. Woolliness can be con- trolled effectively by delaying pre- cooling to allow the fruit to ripen up slightly before storage. Prompt and fast cooling to a pulp temperature of minus 0,5ºC after the initial delay pe- riod is very important. A very strong interaction exists between maturity, temperature and storage period. For this reason every consignment, con- tainer and shipment must be consid- ered individually. Special instructions, when necessary, will therefore be formulated.

EXPORT PRODUCTION AREAS DECIDUOUS FRUIT

- 200 000 400 000 600 000 800 000 1 000 000 1 200 000

Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Sep

Cartons

45.99%UK

17.11%

1.85%Asia Africa 0.67%

N-America 0.34% Russia

0.24%

Oceania 0.01%

44.63%UK

14.76%

1.81%Asia

N-America 0.69% Africa

0.68% Russia 0.57%

- 500 000 1 000 000 1 500 000 2 000 000 2 500 000 3 000 000 3 500 000

2015/2016 2016/2017 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020

Cartons

NECTARINES : 2019/20 SEASON - MAJOR DESTINATIONS NECTARINES : PAST 5 YEARS - MAJOR DESTINATIONS

NECTARINES : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT

( – • – 2017/18 SEASON — ■ — 2018/19 SEASON )

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

P E A C H E S PEACHES

COMMERCIAL STORING Optimum storage temp. 0,5ºC Optimum storage RH 95%

Optimum fresh air circulation (cubic m per hour – m

³

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Peaches and nectarines differ in ap- pearance, but the physiology of the fruits are much the same. Peaches and nectarines are therefore handled and stored similarly although differ- ent cultivars may respond differently during storage and transport. Most cultivars of peaches and nectarines may develop a physiological disorder known as woolliness. This situation is characterised by a lack of juice at the eating (ripe) stage. Maturity, storage and ripening temperatures are impor- tant factors in the development of this disorder. Woolliness can be con- trolled effectively by delaying pre- cooling to allow the fruit to ripen up slightly before storage. Prompt and fast cooling to a pulp temperature of minus 0,5ºC after the initial delay pe- riod is very important. A very strong interaction exists between maturity, temperature and storage period. For this reason every consignment, con- tainer and shipment must be consid- ered individually. Special instructions, when necessary, will therefore be formulated.

EXPORT PRODUCTION AREAS DECIDUOUS FRUIT

- 100 000 200 000 300 000 400 000 500 000 600 000 700 000

Cartons

Middle East 47.89%

30.83%UK 12.47%EU

2.26%Asia Africa 0.86% Russia

0.83% Oceania

0.05%

N-America 0.03%

Middle East 46.38%

31.34%UK 13.18%EU

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3.04%Asia Russia 0.92% Africa

0.52% N-America 0.02%

- 200 000 400 000 600 000 800 000 1 000 000 1 200 000 1 400 000 1 600 000 1 800 000 2 000 000

2015/2016 2016/2017 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020

Cartons

PEACHES : 2019/20 SEASON - MAJOR DESTINATIONS PEACHES : PAST 5 YEARS - MAJOR DESTINATIONS

PEACHES : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT

( – • – 2017/18 SEASON — ■ — 2018/19 SEASON )

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

P E A R S PEARS

EXPORT PRODUCTION AREAS DECIDUOUS FRUIT

- 500 000 1 000 000 1 500 000 2 000 000 2 500 000 3 000 000 3 500 000 4 000 000

Cartons

37.55%EU

16.72%

Russia 12.61%

N-America 2.84%

1.77%

SE-Asia 0.08% Oceania

0.02%

32.29%EU

16.07%

Russia 14.70%

N-America

3.25% Indian Ocean islands 1.73% Oceania

0.04%

- 2 000 000 4 000 000 6 000 000 8 000 000 10 000 000 12 000 000 14 000 000 16 000 000 18 000 000 20 000 000

2015/2016 2016/2017 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020

Cartons

PEARS : 2019/20 SEASON - MAJOR DESTINATIONS PEARS : PAST 5 YEARS - MAJOR DESTINATIONS

PEARS : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT ( – • – 2017/18 SEASON — ■ — 2018/19 SEASON ) PEARS : PAST 5 SEASONS - PASSED FOR EXPORT

COMMERCIAL STORING Optimum storage temp. 0,5ºC Optimum storage RH 95%

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³

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¹

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shipped at minus 1,5ºC to avoid ripen-

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age can double the storage life of

most of the pear cultivars. Packaging

in polyethylene bags also has benefi-

cial effects on storage and shelf life,

but affects cooling. Forced air cooling

and correct handling procedures are

required to maintain quality. The Sum-

mer Pear cultivars are very sensitive

to temperature fluctuations and must

be properly precooled and handled

carefully. The maximum pulp temper-

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SECTION 1 FRESH FOOD TRADE PRODUCTS

P L M U

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COMMERCIAL STORING Optimum storage temp.

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Optimum storage RH 95%

Optimum fresh air circulation (cubic m per hour – m

³

h

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The application of these tempera- tures sometimes varies because of different cultivar reaction, length of voyage and market requirements.

EXPORT PRODUCTION AREAS DECIDUOUS FRUIT

- 500 000 1 000 000 1 500 000 2 000 000 2 500 000 3 000 000 3 500 000 4 000 000

Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug

Cartons

50.35%EU

21.13%UK Middle East

17.23%

5.32%Asia Russia 3.12%

1.31%

Africa

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48.03%EU

Middle East 19.53%

19.42%UK 5.95%Asia

Russia 3.61%

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Africa 1.28%N-America

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- 2 000 000 4 000 000 6 000 000 8 000 000 10 000 000 12 000 000

2015/2016 2016/2017 2017/2018 2018/2019 2019/2020

Cartons

PLUMS & PRUNES : 2019/20 SEASON - MAJOR DESTINATIONS PLUMS & PRUNES : PAST 5 YEARS - MAJOR DESTINATIONS

PLUMS & PRUNES : 2019/20 SEASON - PASSED FOR EXPORT

( – • – 2017/18 SEASON — ■ — 2018/19 SEASON )

PLUMS & PRUNES : PAST 5 SEASONS - PASSED FOR EXPORT

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Food Trade SA

agriculture, land reform and rural development

Food Trade SA

South Africa’s fresh food trade and supply chain directory 2021

nineteenth edition

Fresh

www.foodbevtrade.co.za www.dalrrd.gov.za

Qualitv Assured

Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development

Food Trade SA

2021

Fresh

© 2020

All rights reserved

Published by:

Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development Directorate International Trade

Private Bag X250, Pretoria 0001, South Africa www.dalrrd.gov.za

ISBN 978-0-6399074-0-6

– First published in the RSA as the PPECB Export Directory from 2002 to 2013 – Published as Food Trade SA since 2014

– Published as Fresh Food Trade SA since 2017

The publisher is responsible for the production of this directory and, to the best of its knowledge, the information contained herein is correct at the time of publication.

Statistical and product information supplied by:

PPECB (Perishable Products Export Control Board) PO Box 15289, Panorama 7506, South Africa www.ppecb.com

Production management by Malachite Publishing (Pty) Ltd PO Box 789, Somerset Mall 7137, South Africa

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This publication is also available as an e-book at:

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Contents

Preliminary Section:

Ministerial Foreword v

About the directory vi

Director General’s Introduction vii

Message from the Perishable Products Export Control Board ix

Message from the Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum xi Section 1: Fresh Fruit 1-1 Section 2: Fresh Vegetables 2-1

Section 3: Step-by-step Export Manual 3-1

Section 4: Fresh Food Trade Service Providers 4-1

Foreword

Ms A.T. Didiza (MP)

Minister: Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development

Introduction

South Africa recorded its first fruit export in 1841, but it is only since the beginning of the past century that our cross border trade in food has grown exponentially.

Today South Africa is still a nett exporter of agricultural products (by value) and large quantities and varieties of South African fresh and processed agricultural products travel the globe.

Trade has an important role to play in improving food security and fostering agriculture.

Mr M.M. Mlengana

Director-General: Agriculture

Together we grow and sustain your business

Our passion for excellence helps you grow your business and establish yourself as a preferred supplier of perishable products.

Together we grow and sustain your business

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Message from the PPECB

Over the years this directory has established itself as a noteworthy publication globally to highlight export trends and showcase what South Africa has to offer. The PPECB is therefore once again honoured to have contributed to this edition of the Fresh Food Trade SA directory.

We trust that this comprehensive overview will further contribute to the success of your business.

Lucien Jansen

Chief Executive Officer: Perishable Products Export Control Board

FOR THE INDUSTRY, BY THE INDUSTRY

The Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum (FPEF) is a voluntary, non-proﬁ t organisation with more than 140 members, accounting for about 90%

of fresh fruit exported from South Africa.

The FPEF’s role is to provide leadership and services to its members, the international buying community and the fresh fruit and vegetable export industry.

FPEF members consist of fruit and vegetable exporters, producer-exporters, export and marketing agents, pack houses, logistics and other service providers. The FPEF is also a member of Fruit South Africa (FSA), together with the country’s four growers’ associations.

The FPEF also manages a number of projects for the beneﬁ t of the industry, such as training, mentorship and transformation initiatives and the Post-Harvest Innovation (PHI) Programme.

Message from the FPEF

The South African Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum (FPEF) is a non-profit company, which is funded by its members. FPEF members are fresh produce exporter agents, producer-exporters, pack-houses, logistics, and other service providers.

The FPEF represents 93% of fresh produce export volumes. Information regarding FPEF members is updated regularly on the FPEF website: www.fpef.co.za

Anton Kruger

Chief Executive Officer: Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum

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Section 1

R F S E H R F U I T SECTION 1 FRESH FRUIT

Citrus 1-7

Deciduous 1-25

Subtropical 1-43