Key Market Indicators
South African fruit production is projected to climb to nearly 8 million metric tons by 2028, up from approximately 7.6 million metric tons in 2023. This marks an annual growth rate of 0.9%. Since 1966, South Africa's fruit supply has experienced a steady annual increase of around 0.8%. In the global rankings for 2023, South Africa secured the 23rd spot, with Guatemala surpassing it by matching the 7.6 million metric tons mark. Leading the rankings, India, Brazil, and Mexico took the second, third, and fourth positions, respectively.
