As far as exports go, total exports so far are down by 2.28 million cartons on last year. This was as expected due to to the extreme heat in the growing regions. Volumes would have been lower had it not been for additional planting coming into production.
Most export destinations saw a reduction in cartons shipped with the exception of the UK which received 1.7 million cartons more than last season. This was because of market circumstances and a slightly better exchange rate with the rand/pound than other currencies.