CHIPS September/October 2026

September 11, 2026

Topical • Aktueel / Regulatory • Regulatories8 Aartappels SA-kongres 2026: Die pad vorentoe12 The seventh statutory levy period approved15 Syngenta Nasionale Aartappelboer van die Jaar20 PCS celebrates top seed growers…

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Prokon News

September 11, 2026

During June and July 2026, a total of 14 potato-producing regions, as well as non-producing suppliers, delivered potatoes to fresh produce markets nationwide. Average percentage downgraded: 15.75% Total number of…

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Potatoes power the ultimate human race

September 11, 2026

Potatoes SA took to the streets of KwaZulu-Natal on 14 June this year, to manage a refreshment station at the 99th Comrades Marathon. The event was an ‘up run’ from…

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First 31 weeks of 2026 at FPMs

September 9, 2026

The average weekly price of potatoes during the first 31 weeks of 2026 at South Africa’s fresh produce markets (FPMs) showed a week-on-week increase of 7%. Figure 1, which tracks…

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The seventh statutory levy period approved

September 9, 2026

On 23 July 2026, Congress voted in favour of Potatoes SA chairperson Murray Thompson’s appeal, officially endorsing the organisation’s proposed seventh statutory levy period following extensive industry consultations. With this…

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