# The Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa has lowered its 2026 export forecast to 205.3-million 15-kilogram cartons, down from 209.4 million. The industry says floods, rising input costs and conflict in the Middle East have disrupted production, shipping and key export markets. Delays at the Port of Durban have added further pressure during the peak export period. Despite challenges, lemon exports are expected to exceed initial estimates, while orange, grapefruit and mandarin forecasts have been revised downward.
Difficult growing conditions reduce citrus export outlook