10 November 2025

Editor’s Note

Brazil supplies over 80% of South Africa’s poultry imports, making it a linchpin in our national food security strategy. But is this global powerhouse a reliable partner, or a regulatory risk?

This week’s feature unpacks the relationship between affordability and accountability while weighing Brazil’s strategic importance for South African consumers, processors, and policymakers.

Brazilian Poultry: Global Leader or Cause for Concern?

Brazil is the world’s largest exporter of poultry, supplying over 170 countries with affordable, high-quality protein.

In South Africa, more than 80% of poultry imports originate from Brazil, making it a cornerstone of the local meat processing industry and a vital contributor to food security.

Yet, concerns regarding Brazil’s food safety have been raised by local critics, most recently in …

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Brazilian Poultry: Global Leader or Cause for Concern?
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