The Deciduous Fruit Industry body, HORTGRO, says it is concerned about the possible impact of theThe Western Cape is the largest producer of pears, apples and stone fruit, and exports 45% of its crop. However, the global market is currently in turmoil due to the virus.
A difficult season is expected. Nationally, the deciduous fruit industry employs over 60 000 people and spans more than 54 000 hectares. For South African producers of apples and pears, there is great uncertainty in the current harvest season. In the video below HORTGRO Chief Executive Officer Jacques du Preez says the possible impact is adding to all the existing problems the sector is facing:
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