Posts by Jandrie Klopper
Reflecting on transformation activities in 2023
On 30 November 2023, Nedbank hosted the Nedbank Green Economy CSI Awards. Solomon Makobela, an EDP producer from Limpopo, walked away with the Green Thumbs award for an outstanding project…
Read MoreProkon News January 2024
During October and November 2023, a total of 13 potato producing regions as well as non-producing suppliers delivered potatoes nationally to fresh produce markets. Average percentage downgraded: 4.44%. Total number…
Read MoreBespaar belasting en bou welvaart
Elke jaar dié tyd, naby die einde van die finansiële boekjaar, sien ons hoe kliënte belasting probeer verminder deur bates aan te koop. Ongelukkig gebeur dit ook dikwels dat geld…
Read MoreIllegal foreigners in your employment
Employers are prohibited from employing any illegal foreign nationals in terms of the Immigration Act, 2002 (Act 13 of 2002). Where an employer is found guilty of contravening this act,…
Read MoreWeekly market commentary 26 January 2024
Weekly market comment 26 January 2024
Read MorePesticide residues and food safety
Pesticides are essential in assisting potato producers to combat pests, diseases, and weeds. It is almost inconceivable to produce the expected tonnage of potatoes used by South Africans, either fresh…
Read MoreWhen the chips are down: Do spuds hold the trump card for global food security?
Uncertainties in world food supply and demand have placed the potato in the upper echelon of recommended food security crops. Not only does this easy-to-grow crop boost household food supplies,…
Read MoreNorthern Cape cultivar trial under irrigation at Douglas in 2023
Eighteen producers are currently producing potatoes for the country’s fresh produce markets on 2,214 ha in the Northern Cape potato production region. Approximately 60.74% of this region’s potato production comprises…
Read MoreNoord-Kaap kultivarproef onder besproeiing op Douglas in 2023
Die Noord-Kaap is ’n aartappelproduksiestreek waar 18 produsente op 2 214 ha aartappels vir die land se varsproduktemarkte produseer. Nagenoeg 60.74% van hierdie streek se aartappelproduksie bestaan uit moerproduksie. Lanorma,…
Read MoreTrends in sustainable potato cultivation
The potato, a staple food for millions across the globe, finds itself at a critical juncture. The industry is navigating a complex matrix of challenges, ranging from climate change and…
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