Posts by Jandrie Klopper
From fine dining to staple food: The humble spud takes centre stage
In kitchens across South Africa, from bustling street vendors to high-end restaurants, one ingredient continues to prove its worth: the humble potato. Universally loved and locally produced, potatoes are as…
Read MoreAartappelgesondheid op LandbouRadio
Aartappels SA het vroeër vanjaar ‘n bemarkingsveldtog op die gemeenskapsradioprogram, LandbouRadio, van stapel gestuur. Die veldtog bestaan uit ‘n reeks praatjies deur voedingkundiges, navorsers en ander rolspelers oor die rol…
Read MoreThe right to issue a medical certificate
Although there is no statutory description of a valid medical certificate, Section 23(2) of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, 1997 (Act 75 of 1997) (BCEA) stipulates that a medical…
Read MoreProkon News
During April/May 2025, a total of 15 potato producing regions as well as non-producing suppliers delivered potatoes nationally to fresh produce markets. Average percentage downgraded: 16.45%. Total number of bags…
Read MorePotatoes SA celebrates International Day of the Potato
May 30th is acknowledged as the International Day of the Potato by the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) and the United Nations General Assembly. The theme for the International Day…
Read MoreChips May/June 2025
Topical • Aktueel / Regulatories • Regulatory9 Repositioning SA’s agriculture to respond to global uncertainty15 Hierdie suksesstorie is genade van Bo18 2025 Groentoer fokus op chemie en biologieIndustry information •…
Read MoreProkon News May/ June 2025
During February/March 2025, a total of 15 potato producing regions as well as non-producing suppliers delivered potatoes nationally to fresh produce markets. Average percentage downgraded: 14.65%. Total number of bags…
Read MoreFeatures of a valid employment contract
An employment contract is a legal and binding agreement between an employer and an employee, and sets out the terms and conditions of the employment relationship. According to the Basic…
Read MoreUnderstanding potatoes and potato processing
Faced with the current economic realities, producers worldwide are searching for new ways to survive and expand their business endeavours. One of the many opportunities to grow turnover and profits…
Read MoreMarketing committee gains valuable insights during Atteridgeville visit
Potatoes SA’s marketing committee recently embarked on a trade visit to Atteridgeville in Pretoria. The township is also known as Phelindaba which means ‘all conflicts are over’. Currently, Atteridgeville has…
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