Why the deciduous-fruit industry must factor hydroclimate whiplash into long-term planning. By Anna Mouton. On average, the Earth has warmed by at least 1.5 °C, and, on average, South African pome- and stone-fruit growers can expect reduced winter chill, more…
Earlier this month the Global Cold Chain Alliance held a panel discussion in Cape Town about ‘Fire Risk Insurance Challenges for Refrigerated Warehouses’. The panel discussion was arranged to share information on property insurance and risk challenges related to fire…
Runaway veld fires move through landscapes at an astonishing pace, destroying property, natural habitats, and sometimes even lives. Over the past year, several of our production regions were decimated by wildfires. As summer approaches, local fruit producers should fine-tune their…
In die Warm Bokkeveld lewer eeu-oue Forelle-bome uit die vormingsjare van ons vrugtebedryf steeds elke jaar getrou hulle oes. Deur Anna Mouton. Daar is vele Metusalems onder Suid-Afrikaanse peerbome, maar dié is nietemin spesiaal. Hulle deel hul geskiedenis met bedryfsvaders…
Although Hein Punt was born in and did cut his teeth on apples in the Western Cape, he is today well-rooted in the Eastern Free State at Maluti Fruit near Bethlehem. He talked to Gerrit Rautenbach about the differences and…
A group of high-ranking government officials from the Free State government and a team from the Remmoho Group, visited Hortgro early in August to explore possible collaboration and get a better understanding of the deciduous fruit industry in South Africa…
The Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum (FPEF) is a voluntary, non-profit organisation with more than 160 members who must adhere to a strict Code of Conduct to ensure that only competent and reliable marketing agents, grower-exporters and other service providers are…
Maréze Smit is a great example of how Hortgro invests in human capital to ensure a better future for deciduous fruit in South Africa. But making it happen is also about being in the right place at the right time…
Paarl, 8 November 2024 — Transnet’s Cape Town Terminals, including both the Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT) and the Cape Town Multi-Purpose Terminal (CTMPT), are preparing for a successful deciduous fruit export season with a fleet boost of over 70…
Agricultural workers throughout South Africa’s fruit industry are being encouraged to step into the spotlight and showcase their musical talents by entering the upcoming Agri’s Got Talent 2026. The popular competition honours the outstanding talent within South Africa’s agricultural workforce,…
Nitasha Baijnath-Pillay, Hortgro’s Manager, Resource Management and Sustainability, had the opportunity to attend Fruit Logistica in Berlin, Germany, for the first time this year. She shares her insights. From 4 to 6 February 2026, Berlin hosted yet another Fruit Logistica…
South Africa is facing a dual crisis of water availability and deteriorating water quality. Should the fruit industry be taking the situation more seriously? By Jorisna Bonthuys Ensuring the safety of produce from farm to market has never been so…