Acknowledgements

• To all researchers from various local and international universities and research organisations who contributed and still contribute to the generation of invaluable scientific information on honeybush, essential for the advancement of the industry.

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• To the many postgraduate students from various scientific fields that addressed and found solutions to questions and stumbling blocks faced by the industry.

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• To all honeybush farmers who graciously welcomed the researchers and students on their farms and played a significant role in finding answers, helping to grow the industry, and generously supplying plant material for experiments.

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• To the many role players who went out of their way to assist to make honeybush tea a success story even though there are still many challenges.

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• Lastly, to all the funders who made research and progress in the industry possible, especially the ARC, DSI and Western Cape Department of Agriculture, for their continued support and funding.

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A lasting honeybush legacy    *      What is in a name?

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From crop to cup     *     First records of a local cottage industry

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Dr Hannes de Lange: A reflection on the pioneering days

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Commercialisation of Cyclopia genistoides – a story that originated at the foot of Table Mountain

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Advancing role of research in growing the honeybush industry

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Honeybush cultivation     *     Historical tea processing

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Local growth and the start of an international footprint

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Looking into the future   *    A vision for the honeybush industry

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Honeybush timeline       *     Sources of information

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