
SA strengthens agricultural trade amid Middle East tension
Analysts say that while trade diversification remains important, the Middle East provides key corridors to agricultural exports
TUESDAY, 14 APRIL 2026, 17:32

Analysts say that while trade diversification remains important, the Middle East provides key corridors to agricultural exports

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