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In memoriam of Ms Nomvula Xaba
It is with deep regret that we inform you of the passing of Ms Nomvula Xaba, Transformation Manager at Potatoes SA on Monday, 29 May 2023. Her untimely death is…
Read MoreITAC Announces Definitive Tariffs on Frozen French Fry Imports
The South African potato industry welcomes the International Trade Administration Commission’s (ITAC) decision to reinstate import duties on frozen potato chips/French fries, after tariffs lapsed earlier this year. CEO of…
Read MoreCHIPS (May / June 2023) Individual articles
Preface / Voorwoord5 Redakteursbrief / Editor’s note Topical • Aktueel / Regulatories • Regulatory8 Potato news / Aartappelnuus10 Market agents and fresh produce markets13 Aartappels SA-rugsakke sorg vir glimlaggies Industry…
Read MorePotato Industry Forum 2023
We are inviting all industry stakeholders to join us at our annual Potato Industry Forum as we will be having discussions on ‘Generating Energy in the Potato Industry’. All stakeholders…
Read MorePotato Celebration Dinner
Potatoes for dinner – from main course to dessert! The potato is without a doubt synonymous with versatility. Members of Potatoes SA and the University of Pretoria’s Department of Consumer…
Read MoreThe Potatoes SA mobile app is now live!
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Read MoreCALL FOR PROPOSAL: Industry Partnerships in Roving Potato Hub
Potatoes SA invites proposals from Industry in the establishment of a Roving Potato Hub toprovide interactive events in the various production regions. This is an opportunity for roleplayers to envisage…
Read MoreUpdate on Potato Tuber Moth situation.
Potatoes SA commissioned a research study by Prof Hannalene du Plessis from the North-West University, Unit for Environment Sciences Management, to evaluate the status of susceptibility of Potato tuber moth…
Read MoreMEDIA STATEMENT: POTATO COST CHALLENGE – LOADSHEDDING A COMMON DENOMINATOR
It is not only potato producers who are impacted by loadshedding – the sustainability of the entire South African potato value chain is at risk. Should there be a breakdown…
Read MoreSA potato industry ‘able to meet demand’
The local potato industry has assured South Africans that it would be able to meet local demand for French fries after heavy anti-dumping duties were imposed by the International Trade…
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