Food security under threat as farmers take hit from Eskom’s power cuts
Agri SA says it has requested a meeting with Eskom CEO André de Ruyter to voice its concerns
22 September 2022 - 15:36
UPDATED 22 September 2022 - 16:58
Agri SA has warned that the escalation of load-shedding is having dire consequences on export commodities, leading to late shipments, and putting SA’s standing as a reliable market source in the balance.
The organisation also cautioned of future food shortages and high food prices if the situation continued...
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