Key Market Indicators
South Africa's vegetable production is projected to hit 2.8 million metric tons by 2028, up from the current 2.78 million metric tons in 2023. This marks an average annual growth rate of 0.2%. Since 2019, the country's vegetable supply has seen a steady increase, averaging a 0.5% rise each year. In the global rankings for 2023, South Africa holds the 42nd position, closely trailing Taiwan, which also recorded a production level of 2.78 million metric tons. Leading the list, India, the United States, and Iran occupy the second, third, and fourth spots, respectively, in global vegetable production.
