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Debate on the role of tariffs in the local poultry sector
We have seen huge increases in the price of chicken due to several factors such as transport and fuel price increases, inflation, food and commodity shortages, global conflicts and increases of in feed prices. This has once again opened the long-standing debate on...
SAPA rejects calls for suspension of tariffs on chicken imports
SAPA rejects calls for suspension of tariffs on chicken imports. The price of maize and soya feed has increased by almost 20% since April 2021. This increase is mainly responsible for the increase of chicken products in-store. Other factors such as the ongoing...
The effects of poultry dumping – RSG interview with GM Izaak Breitenbach
The South African Poultry industry went through a difficult time over the past couple of years especially with regards to issues such as the illegal dumping of poultry products. Dumping in our context, happens when products are sold in South Africa at a lower price...
The rising tide of transformation
As much as “empowerment” and “transformation” are trigger words in South Africa, “collaboration” is a word that unlocks incredible power – and a concept that should get way more airtime. The story of a passionate young farmer with a keen sense of purpose, and the...
Buy SA Chicken, Fairplay urges
Buy SA chicken, FairPlay urges Bekezela Phakathi The FairPlay Movement, an organisation that aimsto fight predatory trade practicesand poultry dumping in SA,says the chicken industry master plan should include detailed commitments from local wholesalers and retailers...
Industry Growth Plan
I trust that this video gives some idea of how the masterplan (industry growth plan) is bringing together various constituents with one aim and that is to positively impact our farmers and give hope.The industry, through a massive investment commitment, created a new...