South Africa experiences 15% potato price increase due to 32% potato loss in Limpopo area.
South Africa is facing a potato shortage due to black frost affecting Limpopo farming areas, causing a 32% loss of potatoes over 3,674 hectares. This has led to a 7.4 million 10kg bag reduction in supply, resulting in a 15% increase in potato prices. The shortage is expected to worsen in September, particularly for large potatoes. Consumers may see better prices again by November when potato crops recover from the black frost.
August 28, 2024
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