Publisher's Synopsis
Excerpt from World Horticultural Trade and U. S. Export Opportunities: July 1996
Total South African citrus production in 1996 is forecast at a record million metric tons, 11 percent above the 1995 harvest. The 1996 record citrus crop is the result of new plantings coming into production and good rains received in all parts of southern Africa, including the Northern Province and Mpumalanga, two of the largest citrus-producing areas, which have been severely affected by drought over the past few years. Major dams and farm dams are either full or close to full and should ensure the 1996 crop and benefit the 1997 season. Oranges are the main citrus produced in South Africa, accounting for 78 percent of total citrus production. The 1996 orange crop is forecast at a record tons compared to tons in 1995. The main orange variety produced is Valencia followed by navel.
South Africa is the world's third largest fresh citrus exporter. More than 60 percent of South Africa's citrus production, mainly oranges, is directed to the export market. Also, grapefruit exports are becoming more important. Total citrus exports in 1996 are forecast at a record tons, up from tons shipped last year. More citrus is expected to be exported in 1996 due to the record harvest.
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