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Introduction – Understanding South Africa’s Reputation for Quality Shrimp Let’s get real—when you think of South Africa, shrimp farming probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. And you’d be right. The country’s aquaculture industry has long been focused on abalone, mussels, oysters, and trout, not shrimp. That’s not to say shrimp doesn’t…
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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 – South Africa’s Sunflower Market by the Numbers Sunflowers are more than just a pretty face in the fields—they’re a powerful crop fueling both domestic consumption and international trade. In South Africa, sunflower seeds and sunflower oil are major agricultural exports, especially to neighboring African countries and select international markets. But how big…