Publications
Publications
October 2024 - Raisins SA is pleased to share a positive outlook for the South African raisin crop for the 2025 season.
Consumers are being tempted to include delicious South African raisins in their Christmas dishes and give their families an indulgent festive treat.
OCTOBER 2023 - South African raisin producers are highlighting their world-class agronomy and traceability credentials at a time of increased consumer interest in sustainable farming.
AUGUST 2023 - Consumers can enjoy a wide range of delicious and versatile South African raisins this season, despite reduced crop volumes.
SEPTEMBER 2022 - The South African raisin industry has a reputation amongst suppliers for adopting a progressive approach to farming.
OCTOBER 2022 - The South African raisin industry is using its platform to break down some of the common misconceptions the fruit has faced in recent years.
AUGUST 2022 - Innovative drying techniques are one of several initiatives helping to boost the quality and sustainability of South African raisins.
JULY 2022 - Raisins South Africa is leading the way with its focus on transformation projects within the industry. Many growers are working with processors to fund BEE (Black Economic Empowerment) projects, which promotes skills development, ownership, management and socio-economic development amongst the black community.
JUNE 2022 - Key figures from the South African raisin industry have visited UK suppliers to develop trading relationships and explain the benefits of the dried fruit.
JANUARY 2023 - The initial raisin crop forecast for the 2022/23 production season was 78 000 tons in November 2022.