Historic quantum leap as Zim blueberries head to China

BLUEBERRIES from Zimbabwe can now be exported to the Chinese market for the first time, following the signing of a new protocol between the two countries in Beijing.

The Horticultural Development Council (HDC) welcomes the agreement, which opens the door for local growers to expand into one of the world’s fastest-growing blueberry markets.

Zimbabwe is projected to produce 12 000 tonnes of blueberries in 2025, from 8 000 tonnes in 2024.

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