The apple and pear season began a few weeks ago, and there are many challenges ahead. As a rule of thumb, the RSA apple and pear industries are stable, showing small yet constant growth. This growth is mainly due to replanting new varieties with better yields.   However, it is anticipated that apples and pears will experience a decline in export figures for the 2023 season. Apple exports are expected to decrease by 5 percent to 43.19 million cartons, and pear exports are predicted … [Read more...] about Fresh From the Field: South Africa Apple and Pear Season