For fresh produce exporters, the addition of refrigerated wagons would be a game-changer.
Consequently, South African exporters face higher compliance costs and extended inspection delays.
NRTC’s integrated infrastructure maintains consistent temperatures across production, processing, and transport.
Specific areas of cooperation include produce supply, optimizing logistics and distribution, and aligning quality assurance standards with global best practices.
The drought illustrates the fragility of food security when extreme weather impacts regional farming and local distribution networks.