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Introduction – The Current State of Sugar in South Africa The South African sugar industry is in the midst of massive change—and not the sweet kind. From government policy reforms to disruptive weather and fast-changing global trade dynamics, 2025 has brought a whirlwind of developments. The Sugar Master Plan Phase 2, released in May…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Spices Sector in South Africa The spices industry in South Africa is currently undergoing a whirlwind of transformation. From shifting international trade dynamics to local agricultural volatility, 2025 has already proven to be a year of fast-paced change. A recently inked trade agreement between South Africa and…
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Introduction – South Africa’s Pepper Market: A Quantitative Overview South Africa might not be the first country that springs to mind when you think about pepper, but make no mistake—this southern African powerhouse plays an increasingly strategic role in the global pepper trade. With exports reaching over 1,084,000 tonnes in peak years and key…