SA pork prices could rise as African Swine Fever hits pig supply

SA pork prices could rise as African Swine Fever hits pig supply

South Africans may soon have to dig a little deeper into their wallets for pork products as African Swine Fever (ASF) continues to impact pig farms across parts of the country. The outbreak has affected farms in the Free State, North West, KwaZulu-Natal and parts of Gauteng, reducing the number of pigs available for the market and putting fresh pressure on supply. According to industry estimates, around 7 000 pigs have already been lost from the…

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