South African Cherries Are in the Final Stages of Securing Approval for Exporting to China

Early harvest and delayed access to China threaten SA cherry exports

South Africa’s cherry industry had a challenging start to the 2026/27 season, with unusually early harvests, variable fruit quality, and delayed access to the Chinese market threatening export volumes. Despite strong international demand, exports could decline by as much as 30% compared with the previous season.

South African cherry exports to China await final approval

South African cherry exports to China remain on hold pending facility verification by China's General Administration of Customs (GACC), according to the Department of Agriculture. A list of orchards, packhouses, cold storage facilities, and fumigation treatment sites is being prepared for submission.…

South African cherries are in the final stages of securing approval for exporting to China

A minor producer on a global scale, the country seeks to leverage its early harvest window and get fruit to Asia before big players Chile and Argentina take over the market.  Keep reading

SA cherry exports to China await facility checks

South African cherry exports to China cannot begin until Chinese authorities complete a facility verification process, according to the Department …