South African Black Growers See 21.95% Export Volume Growth in Fresh Fruit

Farmers Magazine | 04.03.2026 02:23
The South African fresh fruit industry is showing promising signs of transformation, with black growers reporting a notable uptick in export volumes. According to Fhumulani Ratshitanga, CEO of Fruit South Africa, the year-on-year performance for black growers in 2024 revealed a standout export-volume increase of 21.95%, highlighting the growing impact of targeted support and collaboration within the sector.