Exportation apple / pomme Afrique du sud

Apple exports are setting new record levels. In 2024, they increased 10 per cent to 671,183 tonnes.

exportation raisin / grapes Afrique du Sud

Table grape exports reached a record level in 2024, at 415,565 tonnes. That was 30 per cent up on the year.

exportation citrus / citron afrique du sud

South Africa is the largest citrus exporter in the Southern Hemisphere, and the second-largest in the world after Spain.

Lecap Impex is a South African company specialised since 2007 in the export of fresh fruits : apples, pears, oranges, lemons, grapefruits, soft citrus, avocados, grapes, peaches, plums, nectarines.

South Africa is the largest fruit exporter in Southern Africa.

South Africa is the world's 6th largest exporter by value and 9th largest by volume.

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In 2024, about 3.2 million tons exported to more than 100 destinations

2025 Trends

Citrus: : As the world's second-largest citrus exporter after Spain, South Africa anticipates a stable 2025 season. Export volumes are expected to align with the five-year average. Exports of Navel and Valencia oranges are projected to see a slight increase.

Apples and Pears: Apple and pear exports are forecasted to rise for the current 2025 season. Key factors include investments in new varieties and improved weather conditions after several challenging years.

Stone Fruit (Plums, Nectarines): Forecasts indicate an increase in export volumes for both plums and nectarines. This growth is a result of new plantings and more productive varieties.