South Africa’s agricultural exports reached a record level in 2024

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South Africa's agriculture exports reached a new record of US$13,7 billion in 2024, up 3% from the previous year. This reflects both an increase in the volume of agricultural exports and higher prices of some products.

The top exported products by value include citrus, grapes, maize, apples and pears, wine, nuts, fruit juices, sugar, berries, dates, pineapples, avocados, wool, apricots and peaches, ciders, and beef, amongst other products.

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Richard Humphries and Sam Mkokeli produce this podcast.

7 Mar English South Africa Investing · Food

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