Media Release, 21 November 2024

ChickenFacts interviews mercantile law lecturer at the University of Pretoria and anti-dumping expert, Dr. Gustav Brink, on addressing poultry trade and value chain challenges in South Africa's market landscape.

Calls for Policy Reform in South Africa's Poultry Industry

South Africa's poultry industry is grappling with multiple challenges that threaten its growth and profitability. At the core of these issues is a reliance on low-margin Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) products. These mixed portions, which account for 70–75% of local production, cater to low-income consumers but yield limited financial returns for producers.

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Calls for Policy Reform in South Africa's Poultry Industry