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South African citrus faces mounting pressures from Middle East conflict

The industry is facing mounting pressures from shipping disruptions, rising costs, and constrained demand in an important market

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Shipping surcharges soar as exporters struggle to redirect fruit with specifications tailored specifically for Middle Eastern consumers