South Africa
U.S. Trade with South Africa in 2023
Export Market Rank
#49 Among U.S. Agricultural Export Markets
Total Export Value
$237.01 Million
3-Year Average
$298.41 Million
Compound Average Growth
-0.86% (2014-2023)
Total Export Value 2014 - 2023
Export Value by Commodity 2023
Top 10 Exports to South Africa in 2023
| Commodity | Total Value (USD) | Total Volume (Metric Tons) | 10-Year Average Value (USD) | 10-Year Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poultry Meat & Prods. (excl. eggs) | $43.89 Million | 45,236 | $55.55 Million | 167% |
| Tree Nuts | $21.68 Million | 4,388 | $21.98 Million | -6% |
| Distilled Spirits | $16.94 Million | --- | $15.36 Million | 8% |
| Dextrins, Peptones, & Proteins | $15.58 Million | 8,673 | $15.59 Million | -28% |
| Food Preparations | $14.3 Million | 858 | $13.62 Million | 11% |
| Beef & Beef Products | $14.08 Million | 13,171 | $8.74 Million | 3235% |
| Planting Seeds | $12.1 Million | 2,313 | $21.88 Million | -46% |
| Coarse Grains (excl. corn) | $10.71 Million | 40,940 | $8.2 Million | 122% |
| Other Feeds, Meals & Fodders | $9.86 Million | 4,034 | $23.27 Million | 7% |
| Other Intermediate Products | $9.76 Million | 347 | $10.95 Million | -25% |
Data and Analysis
Post received confirmation on United States genetically engineered (GE) soybean eligibility to enter South Africa. After a mid-summer drought, South Africa needs corn and soybean imports to complement local production. South Africa allows for the importation of synchronized GE event approvals from an exporting country.
The production of apples, pears and table grapes is forecast to improve in MY 2024/25 from MY 2023/24 based on the cold, wet winter of 2024 and new trees coming into production.
Wine grape production in 2025 is forecast to improve by five percent on favorable winter conditions, which will translate into a slight increase in wine production.
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.
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.
Secretary Vilsack highlights key USDA accomplishments – including FAS's global leadership – to create more and better markets for U.S. agriculture in 2021.