General
Changing of the guard at Hortgro as Jacques du Preez takes over as CEO
A significant changing of the guard has taken place at Hortgro, with Jacques du Preez stepping into the role of chief executive officer from 1 October following the retirement of long-serving industry stalwart Anton Rabe.
Tulbagh cannery closure raises concerns for Western Cape fruit growers
Premier Group will not reopen its Fruit Processing Western Cape (FPWC) cannery in Tulbagh for the coming harvest season, citing the long-term decline of the global canned-fruit market and worsening export prospects.