All articles by Fred Meintjes
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NewsGala varieties make waves in South Africa
The country’s Gala category has been boosted by two new full red varieties, which are already taking markets in the East by storm
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NewsBanking sector sees better fortunes for South Africa in 2025
With export markets already diverse, agricultural produce will likely expand in the coming years – mainly due to previously underutilised land
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NewsSouth Africa’s blueberry shipments edge ahead of 2023
The country’s blueberry export business is winding down as it heads towards January
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NewsNew twist in Durban Port court battle
Court denies application for leave to appeal temporary interdict on deal between Transnet and ICTSI
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ArticleResilience and innovation for South African onions
Leading South African onion producer Dutoit Vegetables had a challenging start to the season, but is optimistic about quality after a normal October and November
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NewsNew red Arra varieties have Namibia talking
Grapa says recent field days in the country highlighted the promise of new red Arra varieties
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ArticleSouth Africa bullish over North American grape prospects
Canada is now the country’s third-largest grape market, with sales in the US also growing
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NewsICTSI launches Transnet High Court appeal
High court drama expected as the battle for investment in Durban container terminal heats up
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ArticleSouth Africa contemplates high orange juice prices
Finding answers to juicing questions could set citrus growers up for extremely profitable futures
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NewsSouth Africa seeks Trump tariff clarification
Concerns grow in South Africa as Donald Trump threatens tariff hikes on Brics countries
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ArticleBigbucks takes South African apple industry by storm
An increase in new plantings of the variety has led to a rapid rise in production
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NewsGreater shipping opportunities for South Africa
Ambitious conventional reefer shipping programme brings a new dimension for the country’s fruit exporters
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NewsCapespan welcomes new port setup as new-season grapes set sail
Company says strategy of using Port of Walvis Bay for shipments from Namibia and Orange River could be extended to other fruit exports
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NewsStonefruit and grapes gather momentum in South Africa
It has been a slow start for stonefruit, but prospects remain good for the early season
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ArticleHex River grape grower celebrates milestone
New varieties are one of the major reasons for the longevity of Hex table grape producer Leon Viljoen
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NewsOrange River grape harvest underway
Positive signs for a good campaign in South Africa’s Orange River region as the season begins
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ArticleSouth Africa focuses on new grape varieties
Breeders have a keen interest in their newer varieties as the country’s table grape season gets underway
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ArticleFrost fails to dampen optimism among RSA cherry exporters
South Africa’s cherry harvest moves into gear, with increased focus on export markets
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ArticleSouth Africa takes stock after 2024 citrus season
CGA warns that this year’s lower harvest is merely a blip in the country’s citrus export drive
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CommentConcern in Africa as winds of change sweep through Washington
Trump’s election victory is causing uncertainty for the future of Africa-US trade