The Buchu Industry

Industry overview

An overview of the buchu industry in South Africa.

± 80 people
are gainfully employed and receive an income from members of the Buchu Association
± 1 800 jobs
created in the buchu value chain
± 126 ha
used for buchu cultivation
Essential oil
is the main end product for buchu processing
Europe
is the main destination for buchu exports
± 750 tons
is harvested per year