South Africa: Hailstorms cause severe setbacks for the apple and pear sector
Overall, South African pome fruit production is considered stable, with small but steady growth driven by the planting of new varieties with better yields. In 2023, this may not be the case. Due to the hailstorms that occurred in late November and early December, the 2023 season is expected to see a decline in
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