Southern African citrus growers packed 165.1-million cartons for delivery to global markets during the 2023 export season – an increase of about 800 000 cartons year-on-year but 500 000 cartons lower than forecast at the start of the season. The Citrus Growers Association of Southern Africa (CGA) notes that exports for the season are also substantially below the anticipated growth curve based on plantings that can see the industry potentially hitting 200-million cartons in the next four years and possibly 260-million cartons by 2032.
