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South Africa’s farm exports to US jump despite tariff threat

Farm export. Photo by Soo Ann Woon @ Unsplash
Farm export. Photo by Soo Ann Woon @ Unsplash
  • Exports rose 26% in Q2 to $161 million despite new 30% tariff
  • Agriculture minister warns growth may be short-lived without tariff resolution

 

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – South Africa’s farm exports to the United States surged in the second quarter, defying newly imposed tariffs but raising concerns over the long-term sustainability of growth.

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