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Introduction – South Africa’s Banana Market by the Numbers Let’s talk bananas—literally. South Africa may not be the first country that pops into your head when you think of bananas, but it plays a surprisingly dynamic role in the southern African fruit trade. With over half a million metric tons produced annually, the country…
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Introduction – Sri Lanka’s Fish Market by the Numbers Sri Lanka, the island nation nestled in the Indian Ocean, has long been a key player in the global fish trade. With its rich marine biodiversity and strong fishing traditions, the country has built an export-oriented fish sector that’s crucial to its economy. In 2024,…
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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…