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Towards Effective Integrated Risk Management: Enhancing Compliance and Competitiveness for Sustainable Access to the EU Citrus Market

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  • Samantha A. Phologane

    (Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Cape Town, P.O. Box 1906, Bellville 7535, South Africa)

  • Lucrecia Valentine

    (Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Cape Town, P.O. Box 1906, Bellville 7535, South Africa)

  • Bingwen Yan

    (Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Cape Town, P.O. Box 1906, Bellville 7535, South Africa)

  • Tatjana Tambovceva

    (Faculty of Engineering Economics and Management, Governance and Security Institute, Riga Technical University, Kalnciema Street 6, Room 506, LV-1048 Riga, Latvia)

Abstract

The tightening of sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) regulations, along with stringent private standards in international fresh produce trade, requires citrus producers, especially in developing regions, to adopt robust compliance mechanisms. This study examines the integration of a Risk Management System (RMS) into the existing Quality Management System (QMS) of citrus producers in the Western Cape (WC), South Africa, aimed at improving adherence to European Union (EU) market requirements. Through a comprehensive survey of citrus producers, the research identifies the primary barriers to effective risk management integration, such as financial constraints, limited human resources, and the prevalent non-compliance in the export chain, including pest infestations and exceeding Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs). The results highlight the fact that producers of varying scales face substantial challenges in resource allocation for RMS implementation. The study advocates for a strategic, top-down integration approach, which includes targeted financial support, the establishment of dedicated teams, and well-structured implementation plans. Additionally, the role of both governmental and private sector support is emphasised, particularly in providing training, technical assistance, and infrastructure investments to strengthen compliance efforts. These actions are crucial for ensuring sustained market access, enhancing the competitiveness of citrus producers, and promoting sustainable agricultural practices in the global market.

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  • Samantha A. Phologane & Lucrecia Valentine & Bingwen Yan & Tatjana Tambovceva, 2024. "Towards Effective Integrated Risk Management: Enhancing Compliance and Competitiveness for Sustainable Access to the EU Citrus Market," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 16(24), pages 1-22, December.
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