World: Apple production in 2024 will grow by 1.1% in the southern hemisphere

Published 2024년 2월 14일

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The World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA) has predicted a 1.1% increase in apple production in the southern hemisphere for the 2024 season, totaling 4,775,530 tons, with South Africa leading the production. Conversely, pear production is expected to drop by 2.3%, with Argentina, Chile, and Australia experiencing a decline. Apple exports are projected to rise by 8%, while pear exports are likely to remain steady with 2023 figures. The WAPA Annual General Assembly also saw the election of Jeff Correa as the new president.

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According to WAPA forecasts, which consolidate data from Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, New Zealand and South Africa, apple production in the southern hemisphere will grow this season by 1.1% compared to the figures recorded in the year. 2023, while the pear harvest is expected to decrease by 2.3%. The World Apple and Pear Association presented the estimates for the season on February 9 within the framework of the Fruit Logistica fair. The entity indicates that this report has been prepared with the support of CAFI (Argentina), APAL (Australia), ABPM (Brazil), Fruits from Chile (Chile), New Zealand Apples and Pears (New Zealand), and Hortgro (South Africa). , so it offers consolidated data for the six main countries in the southern hemisphere. In apples, the southern hemisphere harvest forecast for 2024 reflects an increase of 1.1%, with a total volume of 4,775,530 tons compared to 4,725,574 last year. South Africa is expected to maintain its leadership as the largest ...

Source: Valencia Fruits