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2 days agoAs South Africa nears its annual citrus export season, the Agricultural Business Chamber (Agbiz) is sounding the alarm: geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are threatening long‑standing trade routes and could disrupt crucial agricultural exports. With the conflict complicating access to Gulf markets, Agbiz stresses that the country must urgently diversify and pursue alternative export markets to safeguard its agricultural economy and reduce vulnerability to external shocks.
Chief Economist Wandile Sihlobo highlights that competition is heating up globally — especially as Brazil’s citrus production rebounds, potentially squeezing South African producers in traditional markets. The risk isn’t only about lost sales; it’s about having flexible, resilient trade relationships that can withstand geopolitical instability and shifting global supply chains.
Historically, South Africa has relied on a mix of markets — the African continent, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East account for significant shares of agricultural exports — but disruptions have shown just how fragile this balance can be. Exploring new opportunities in emerging regions like BRICS countries, East Asia, and parts of Africa could help buffer the sector from future volatility and ensure long‑term growth.