South African citrus will soon be exported to Thailand following the establishment of a new market.
The Department of Agriculture says an agreement has been concluded with Thailand after 14 years of negotiations.
Department spokesperson, Piwe Mbiko, says this additional export market holds economic benefits in terms of the income generated as well as the potential for further growth and job creation.
She says citrus destined for Thailand includes sweet orange, mandarin, lemon and grapefruit.