Discussion | Weather affecting orange prices

JOHANNESBURG - The weather has played a significant role in the soaring price of oranges.

Estimates from the Citrus Growers' Association of Southern Africa, show a further reduction in orange exports for the 2024 season.

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The weather has not been favourable, with drier and warmer conditions reducing fruit sizes.

Recently, some areas have suffered from frost.

Senior FNB agricultural economist Paul Makube, spoke to eNCA.