South African table grapes at a disadvantage against Chile and Peru due to U.S. tariff

(Agraria.pe) The South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) expressed its deep concern over the recent 30% tariff that the United States imposed on imports, a measure that could affect the competitiveness of its producers in one of the most important markets in the world. Although exports of South African table grapes to the U.S. market represent only 3% of the total volume, SATI warned that certain regions and producers more dependent on this destination could be disproportionately affected. According to data from the 2024/2025 season, South Africa sent nearly 2.2 million boxes of 4.5 kg (9,900 tons) of table grapes to the United States, with an estimated value of 360 million rands (US$ 19.8 million). Competitiveness and oversupply of table grapesSATI's executive director, Mecia Petersen, pointed out that the new tariff places South Africa at a disadvantage compared to other competitors in the southern hemisphere, such as Chile and Peru, which face significantly lower tariffs ...