TCOB: South African exporters of fresh produce to showcase in Germany

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A group of fresh produce exporters have received support from the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) to showcase their proudly South African products in the South African National Pavilion at the Fruit Logistica Berlin 2025, scheduled to take place in Germany from 5-7 February 2025.

Fruit Logistica is the annual exhibition and leading industry event for the international fresh produce trade. The exhibition will focus on fresh produce including unprocessed fruit and vegetables, dried fruit, nuts and herbs.

We spoke to Willem van der Spuy; Chief Operations Officer of the Exports Branch
31 Jan English South Africa Business News

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