South Africa
U.S. Trade with South Africa in 2022
Export Market Rank
#47 Among U.S. Agricultural Export Markets
Total Export Value
$367.68 Million
3-Year Average
$343.35 Million
Compound Average Growth
1.3% (2013-2022)
Total Export Value 2013 - 2022
Export Value by Commodity 2022
Top 10 Exports to South Africa in 2022
| Commodity | Total Value (USD) | Total Volume (Metric Tons) | 10-Year Average Value (USD) | 10-Year Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Feeds, Meals & Fodders | $66.4 Million | 7,320 | $23.35 Million | 524% |
| Poultry Meat & Prods. (excl. eggs) | $56.92 Million | 56,597 | $53.64 Million | 138% |
| Tree Nuts | $32.32 Million | 6,054 | $21.55 Million | 83% |
| Distilled Spirits | $22.33 Million | --- | $15.04 Million | 62% |
| Dairy Products | $21.33 Million | 10,979 | $16.23 Million | -21% |
| Planting Seeds | $17.6 Million | 2,966 | $23.04 Million | -26% |
| Wheat | $16.24 Million | 38,896 | $20.99 Million | -36% |
| Dextrins, Peptones, & Proteins | $15.52 Million | 10,826 | $16.31 Million | -31% |
| Forest Products | $14.66 Million | --- | $14.39 Million | -7% |
| Essential Oils | $14.21 Million | 1,362 | $14.92 Million | 0% |
Data and Analysis
Attaché Report (GAIN)
South Africa: Proposed Amendments to Food Labeling and Advertising Regulations
On January 31, 2023, the South African Ministry of Health issued a Government Notice (R 2986) inviting comments on the draft regulation relating to the labeling and advertising of foods.
Attaché Report (GAIN)
South Africa: Prolonged Power Outages Raise Serious Concerns about Food Safety
South Africa is experiencing significant scheduled power outages, known as loadshedding, to share the limited available energy supply and protect the integrity of the power grid. In 2022 power outages were implemented more than 200 times. Although...
South Africa’s grain production is off to a decent start in marketing year 2022/23. Above-average rains over most parts of the summer rainfall production area during November and December enhanced crop plantings and provided conducive growing conditions.
News and Features
U.S. Department of Agriculture Deputy Secretary Dr. Jewel Bronaugh administered the oath of office today to 14 USDA employees who will serve American agriculture internationally as members of the Foreign Service.
January 21, 2022
Feature
2021 Highlights: Expanding Opportunities, Tackling Challenges for U.S. Agriculture
Throughout 2021, FAS was proud to support USDA's efforts to create more and better markets for U.S. agriculture, to address the climate crisis, and to promote nutrition and food security.
January 19, 2022
News Release
Secretary Vilsack Highlights Key Work in 2021 to Create More and Better Markets
Secretary Vilsack highlights key USDA accomplishments – including FAS's global leadership – to create more and better markets for U.S. agriculture in 2021.