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South Africa’s fruit canning industry under threat as Premier Foods plans closure

The proposed shutdown could cut South Africa’s fruit canning capacity by almost half and affect about 200 producers, industry representatives said.

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Words: Greg Dor / GroundUp The prospective closure of Premier Foods’ fruit processing plant in Tulbagh has raised concerns well beyond the loss of factory jobs. Producers warn it could leave hundreds of them scrambling for alternatives just months before the next harvest. Premier has begun a Section 189 consultation process on the proposed closure of Fruit Products Western Cape... Read more → The post South Africa’s fruit canning industry under…

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GroundUp News broke the news on Friday, August 7, 2026.
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