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South African agriculture needs to crack the Chinese market. How to boost exports

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In 2023 these accounted for 38% of South Africa’s agricultural exports.

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  • In 2023 these accounted for 38% of South Africa’s agricultural exports.
  • The EU is another important market for South Africa’s agricultural sector, accounting for a 19% share in 2023.
  • Asia and the Middle East accounted for a quarter of South Africa’s agricultural exports in 2023.
  • South Africa’s agricultural exports to China accounted for a mere 0.4% of Chinese imports in 2023.
  • Three government departments must lead the conversation – Trade, Industry and Competition; Agriculture; and International Relations and Cooperation.

What’s holding South Africa back

  • South Africa has strong political ties with China, bilaterally and through the umbrella group known as Brics and the Forum for China-Africa Cooperation.
  • What South Africa doesn’t have is preferential market access to China’s food markets.

What China buys

  • South Africa is among the top ten global agricultural exporters in most fruits, and a significant producer of wine.
  • South Africa’s current major exports to China are wool, citrus, nuts, sugar, wine, maize, soybeans, beef and grapes.
  • The producers of all these products could benefit from wider access to China.

What’s to be done

Neil Empson, Pioneer of Fine Italian Wine in the US market, Dies at 85; March 16, 1939 - September 14, 2024

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ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Neil Empson, chairman and co-founder of Empson & Co. (1972), Empson USA (1991), and Empson Canada (2000) was a pioneer in exporting fine Italian wines to the USA, Canada, and beyond. His extraordinary vision, eye for quality, and unique ability to understand wine led Neil to represent some of the most iconic producers in the wine world over the course of his lifetime, specifically giving Italian wine – and Empson – a prominent position on the world's wine scene.

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  • The EMPSON Companies announce the passing of their beloved Chairman and Co-Founder, Neil Trevanion Howard Empson, on Saturday, September 14, 2024.
  • He was dedicated to my mom, our family, the company, and the wineries he represented" said Tara Empson, CEO of Empson USA.
  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Neil Empson, chairman and co-founder of Empson & Co. (1972), Empson USA (1991), and Empson Canada (2000) was a pioneer in exporting fine Italian wines to the USA, Canada, and beyond.
  • Neil Empson will be greatly missed, but his legacy will continue to inspire Tara, Maria, and the entire Empson global team.

Unveil Delightful Wine and Champagne Gifts To Share This Thanksgiving

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Since wine is a great conversation starter and pairs wonderfully with Thanksgiving feasts, we present a curated selection of wine and champagne gifts to toast this year's Thanksgiving with style and sophistication—ideal for all tastes, preferences, and budgets.

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  • Since wine is a great conversation starter and pairs wonderfully with Thanksgiving feasts, we present a curated selection of wine and champagne gifts to toast this year's Thanksgiving with style and sophistication—ideal for all tastes, preferences, and budgets.
  • If you think a single bottle of wine won't suffice or the recipient is a wine aficionado who would appreciate more variety, consider a two-bottle wine gift set .
  • How about sending a Thanksgiving wine gift basket that truly stands out with a personal touch?
  • As we close these gift options, we hope it has provided valuable insight into selecting the perfect wine, champagne, or liquor gift for Thanksgiving .

Philippe André of Folio Fine Wine Partners Nominated for Wine Enthusiast's Wine Star Award: Person of the Year

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Friday, September 13, 2024
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NAPA, Calif., Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Folio Fine Wine Partners, a leading importer, sales agency, and producer in the U.S. luxury wine sector, is proud to announce the nomination of Philippe André, Director of Business Development, for Wine Enthusiast's esteemed Wine Star Award for Person of the Year. As Wine Enthusiast marks 25 years of its prestigious Wine Star Awards, this nomination highlights André's significant influence on the U.S. fine wine landscape.

Key Points: 
  • Folio Fine Wine Partners is proud to announce that Philippe André, Director of Business Development, has been nominated for Wine Enthusiast's prestigious Wine Star Award for Person of the Year.
  • NAPA, Calif., Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Folio Fine Wine Partners, a leading importer, sales agency, and producer in the U.S. luxury wine sector, is proud to announce the nomination of Philippe André, Director of Business Development, for Wine Enthusiast's esteemed Wine Star Award for Person of the Year.
  • As Wine Enthusiast marks 25 years of its prestigious Wine Star Awards, this nomination highlights André's significant influence on the U.S. fine wine landscape.
  • — Tim Norris, CEO, Folio Fine Wine Partners
    With a career spanning two decades, André has been instrumental in advancing Folio Fine Wine Partners' position as a premier player in the U.S. fine wine market.

Moxy Asheville Opens in North Carolina

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Friday, September 13, 2024
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ASHEVILLE, N.C., Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Moxy Asheville , North Carolina's first Moxy flagship, is officially open and accepting reservations .

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  • ASHEVILLE, N.C., Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Moxy Asheville , North Carolina's first Moxy flagship, is officially open and accepting reservations .
  • Primely located on Biltmore Avenue, Moxy Asheville strays from the norm, bringing a vibrant and stylish new lodging option to the downtown landscape.
  • Forming a new dual brand offering, Moxy Asheville is connected to the existing Aloft Asheville Downtown.
  • Tudico is responsible for revenue generation for Moxy Asheville, as well as McKibbon's additional downtown properties: Aloft Asheville Downtown, AC Hotel Asheville Downtown, and Kimpton Hotel Arras.

Newman-Dailey Resort Properties Introduces Shop, Sip & Savor Package Available with Destin Vacation Rentals

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Destin, Fla., Sept. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Newman-Dailey Resort Properties, which specializes in Destin vacation rentals and real estate services, is launching the Shop, Sip & Savor promotion this fall.

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  • Destin, Fla., Sept. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Newman-Dailey Resort Properties, which specializes in Destin vacation rentals and real estate services, is launching the Shop, Sip & Savor promotion this fall.
  • Available with stays of three-nights or more between Sept. 3 and Nov. 22, Newman-Dailey’s Shop, Sip and Savor Package brings together the best of fashion and the beach in one incredible offer.
  • With vacation rentals located within some of Destin and South Walton’s most exclusive resorts, including Sanctuary at Redfish, Hidden Dunes Beach & Tennis Resort, and Jade East Condos, Newman-Dailey offers a wide variety of lodging options to pair with the Shop, Sip & Savor package.
  • The Shop, Sip & Savor Package * is available for stays of three nights or more now to Nov. 22, 2024 in a Newman-Dailey Destin vacation rental.

ANGEL'S ENVY® UNVEILS TRIPLE OAK, THE BRAND'S FIRST ADDITION TO THE AWARD-WINNING SIGNATURE SERIES IN OVER A DECADE

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HAMILTON, Bermuda, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ANGEL'S ENVY®, the global brand that produces finished whiskeys at their Louisville-based distillery, today unveiled ANGEL'S ENVY Triple Oak. This exciting release marks the first new addition to the brand's award-winning Signature Series in over a decade, joining the ranks of ANGEL'S ENVY Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Port Wine Barrels launched in 2011 and ANGEL'S ENVY Rye Whiskey Finished in Caribbean Rum Casks announced in 2013.

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  • HAMILTON, Bermuda, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ANGEL'S ENVY®, the global brand that produces finished whiskeys at their Louisville-based distillery, today unveiled ANGEL'S ENVY Triple Oak.
  • "I'm thrilled we are making a mark on the brand's Signature Series with ANGEL'S ENVY Triple Oak," says Owen Martin, Master Distiller at ANGEL'S ENVY.
  • Owen and the production team experimented with various blend ratios of the three oak-finished bourbons to create ANGEL'S ENVY Triple Oak.
  • Consumers will also be able to purchase ANGEL'S ENVY Triple Oak at the distillery in downtown Louisville beginning September 14.

Television Academy Announces Corporate Partners for the 76th Emmy® Awards Season

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The Television Academy today announced its official roster of corporate partners for the 76th Emmy® Awards season, which includes FIJI Water, Franciacorta, Johnnie Walker Blended Scotch Whisky, JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, PEOPLE, The Ritz-Carlton and United Airlines.

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  • The Television Academy today announced its official roster of corporate partners for the 76th Emmy® Awards season, which includes FIJI Water, Franciacorta, Johnnie Walker Blended Scotch Whisky, JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, PEOPLE, The Ritz-Carlton and United Airlines.
  • This year’s partners will contribute to the grandeur and elegance of all the star-studded festivities honoring exceptional achievement in television.
  • Throughout the 76th Emmy Awards season, Franciacorta is providing numerous varietals of sparkling wines from the region’s finest wineries, produced with second fermentation in the bottle.
  • JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, located in Paso Robles, California, is the official wine partner for the 76th Emmy Awards season.

Generational Group Advises International Beverage Center, Inc. dba SPIRITED Wines in its sale to Shlok Spirits Corp.

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Thursday, September 12, 2024
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Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of its client, International Beverage Center, Inc. dba SPIRITED Wines, in its sale to Shlok Spirits Corp.

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  • Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of its client, International Beverage Center, Inc. dba SPIRITED Wines, in its sale to Shlok Spirits Corp.
  • Located in Lenox, Massachusetts, SPIRITED Wines , is a premium wine and spirits retailer.
  • Senior Managing Director, Joe Van Voorhis established the initial relationship with International Beverage Center, Inc. dba SPIRITED Wines.
  • At Generational Group, we are proud to have played a role in bringing together two organizations poised for continued success."

JUSTIN Wine Returns as Exclusive Wine Partner of the 76th Emmy® Awards

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PASO ROBLES, Calif., Sept. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery is honored to once again play a central role in television’s most celebrated evening as the Official Wine Partner of the 76th Emmy Awards.

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  • PASO ROBLES, Calif., Sept. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery is honored to once again play a central role in television’s most celebrated evening as the Official Wine Partner of the 76th Emmy Awards.
  • Each winner will be presented with a custom-engraved bottle of the JUSTIN 2021 ISOSCELES® to commemorate their achievement, alongside their Emmy.
  • This quality is demonstrated by the exceptionally balanced JUSTIN ISOSCELES and JUSTIN Cabernet Sauvignon, America’s #1 luxury Cabernet.
  • “We are truly honored to have JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery as our wine partner.