South Africa’s logistical advantages underpin its global export leadership.
The AFA warned that exporters and processors found harvesting and handling immature avocados will face strict enforcement measures.
To manage the impact, PBGEA has appealed to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for policy support.
However, the primary barrier to scaling distribution lies in the fruit’s sensitive ripening characteristics.
Consumer preference tests, sensory analysis, and laboratory assessments complement the field trials.