Founded in 2018, Nine Fruits Exports was built on a simple vision: to create a more collaborative, transparent, and flexible approach to the international fresh produce trade.

We identified a need for a business model that unlocks value at every stage of the supply chain by matching the right grade, specification, and pack of fruit to the most suitable market. Rather than treating all fruit the same, we focus on finding the best home for every product, maximising returns for growers while delivering the quality, consistency, and value our customers expect.

Led by Kobus Lonte, who brings more than 25+ years of experience in global fresh produce markets, Nine Fruits partners with leading South African growers to supply premium citrus, table grapes, vegetables, and other fresh produce to retail, wholesale, food service, and industrial customers around the world.

As a lean and agile export business, we combine market expertise, strong relationships, and hands-on service to create long-term partnerships built on trust, integrity, and shared success.

At Nine Fruits, we believe that successful exports are not measured by containers shipped, but by the value created for every stakeholder in the supply chain.

Connecting Quality, People, and Produce Across Global Markets.