SA’s biggest food producer Tiger Brands is grappling with private-label products, which have become a growing competitor in the retail sector as consumers look for cheaper options.

CEO Tjaart Kruger told investors on Wednesday that these products, typically sold as house brands for retailers such as Shoprite and Boxer, are undercutting traditional brands by offering a cheaper alternative...

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