Despite the Covid-19 pandemic and all the uncertainties it caused, the 2020 citrus season turned out to be one of the best that South Africa has ever had. On estimate, South Africa exported 21.3 million cartons more than the previous season. Better access to US markets due to additional ports of entry, and access to Philippine markets, have contributed to an increase in demand for South African citrus.
The increase in demand is also partly attributed to the belief that Vitamin C is an effective immunity booster, and can therefore aid in battling Covid-19.
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Source:
Aaisha Dadi Patel
https://mg.co.za