Advocating for Tariff Relief at 2025 Agriculture Budget Vote
As part of the ongoing commitment to advocate for South Africa’s macadamia industry, SAMAC participated in the Department of Agriculture’s 2025 Budget Vote on 9 July 2025.
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US Tariff Talks: SAMAC Engages with the USDA, Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
Macadamias South Africa NPC (SAMAC) engaged in a valuable discussion with the USDA, FAS (Pretoria) to address the 10% tariff introduced in April on our macadamia industry, and the uncertainty surrounding the potential 30% duty looming after the 90-day pause.
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SAMAC Hosts Chinese Agricultural Wholesalers Association (CAWA) Delegation to Strengthen Trade Relations
On 14 May 2025, SAMAC proudly hosted Chairman Ma Zengjun and fellow members from the Chinese Agricultural Wholesalers Association (CAWA). This engagement marked an important step toward deepening economic cooperation between South Africa and China in the macadamia sector.
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Strengthening Trade Relations: Chinese Ambassador, Mr. Wu Peng Visits Mpumalanga
His Excellency, Chinese Ambassador, Mr. Wu Peng and his esteemed delegation visited Nelspruit, Mpumalanga in June this year. The visit is part of ongoing efforts to deepen trade relations and cooperation in the macadamia sector between South Africa and China. Currently, South Africa has a 12% tariff barrier on macadamia imports from South Africa.
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SAMAC Promotes South African Macadamias at The 18th Fruit and Nut Trade Show in China
The 18th Fruit and Nut Trade Show, hosted by the Specialized Committee for Nuts and Dried Fruits of the China National Food Industry Association (CNA), brought together global stakeholders from the dried fruit and nut sectors, including importers, wholesalers, and consumers. This event serves as a pivotal platform for fostering international trade relationships.
