South Africa Secures Market Access for Table Grape Exports to the Republic of Korea

[Paarl, 09 February 2025] – The South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) is pleased to announce that the export protocol, which will enable South Africa to have official market access for table grapes to the Republic of Korea, has been concluded and published. The industry looks forward to shipping the first consignment during the 2026/2027 season, once the remaining administrative and oversight processes have been finalised.

This achievement marks a significant milestone for the industry and is the culmination of more than 20 years of constructive engagement and close collaboration between government and industry stakeholders.

SATI extends its sincere appreciation to the Ministry of Agriculture, the Department of Agriculture, and the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, including the South African Embassy in Seoul, and H.E. Sindiswa Ntombolimo Mququ, the Ambassador of the Republic of South Africa to the Republic of Korea, for their continued commitment and support throughout this process. The dedication shown by all parties to strengthening trade relations between South Africa and the Republic of Korea has been instrumental in securing this important outcome.

“We have been working consistently to expand market access opportunities for South African table grapes, and we are delighted with this positive development,” said SATI CEO, Mecia Petersen. “The South Korean market presents new opportunities for growers and exporters.”

“The South African Table Grape Industry remains firmly committed to supplying high-quality fruit that meets the requirements of global markets. With access now secured, we look forward to building a presence for South African table grapes in the Republic of Korea,” Petersen added.

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Enquiries:

Denene Erasmus
Market Development and Communications Manager
denene@satgi.co.za
+2721 863 0366

About SATI 

SATI is the unified South African Table Grape Industry Association. All table grape producers are required to register with SATI, which is mandated by law as the industry’s official levy administrator. The levy is required to fund and facilitate market access and development, research and technology, information provision, transformation, and training. SATI is dedicated to operating a partnership that strives to maintain South Africa’s position as the preferred country of origin for retailers around the world. Contact: info@satgi.co.za