Posts by Jandrie Klopper
Let’s make potatoes great again …for everyone!
As part of a proof-of-concept, Potatoes SA has partnered with select primary schools in Soweto, Thembisa, Mamelodi, and Atteridgeville to understand how best to re-integrate potatoes into a school’s menu…
Read MorePotatoes SA celebrates International Day of the Potato
During December 2023, the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) and the United Nations’ (UN) General Assembly decided to designate 30 May as International Day of the Potato. The goal is…
Read MoreFrom 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…
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