About the Council
The South African Rooibos Council's vision is to sustain and grow the Rooibos industry while promoting the health benefits of the tisane globally. Our mission includes supporting research, ensuring product quality and empowering local communities through economic opportunities linked to Rooibos cultivation and production.
About Rooibos
Rooibos, native to South Africa's Cederberg region, has been cherished for centuries. Initially popularised locally, it gained international acclaim in the 20th century. Celebrated for its unique flavour and health benefits, Rooibos has become a beloved herbal tisane around the world.
Our Members
The South African Rooibos Council comprises of a diverse and dedicated group of industry members, encompassing Rooibos processors, packers, and branders committed to the growth and sustainability of the Rooibos sector.
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02 . 11 . 26
Rooibos Seeds Travel To The Us Ahead Of Historic Space Mission
The Rooibos in Space project has taken another step towards space following a farewell hosted by Allison Areias, United States (US) Consul General in Cape Town, for South African school and university science experiments bound for the US. The Rooibos seeds will travel alongside these experiments aboard the same spacecraft to the International Space Station…
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02 . 11 . 26
Survey Shows Rooibos Is Winning Over A New Generation, With 9 In 10 Drinking It Regularly
Rooibos may have long been associated with South African childhoods, winter evenings and a comforting…
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23 . 09 . 26
Rooibos Adds A South African Twist To A Heritage Favourite
As South Africa celebrates Heritage Month, one of the country’s best-known indigenous ingredients has found…
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Did You Know?
On average, about 20 000 metric tonnes of Rooibos are produced in South Africa per year. South Africans consume about 50% of this volume and the rest is exported.
Rooibos is the first African Food to be awarded the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status from the EU
Rooibos is a fynbos species within the Cape Floral Kingdom, one of only six recognised floral kingdoms of the world.
Rooibos is not true a tea. It is a tisane or herbal infusion made from the dried leaves of the Rooibos plant