Consumers should brace for steep increase in rice prices, Agbiz chief economist warns

Agricultural Economist, Thabile Nkunjana said rice was one of the few food commodities that remained cheaper, despite several other agricultural commodities experiencing some of the highest food inflation last year.

2023 NAMC REGISTER FOR DIRECTLY AFFECTED GROUP

Invitation to Register as a Directly Affected Group in terms of the Marketing of Agricultural Products Act, Act No. 47 of 1996, (MAP Act) as Amended

Retailers report shortages of certain food items due to rolling blackouts

Retailers have reported shortages of certain food items - as some manufacturers battle to achieve their output targets due to rolling blackouts. There are concerns that the current load shedding could pose a serious threat to food security. Among items in short supply include...