Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990)

Notices

Product Control for Agriculture (PROKON) - Inspection Fees

Methodology applied to determine the Inspection Fees to be charged on regulated fruits and vegetables intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa

1.5 Examples of the possible impact on Producers and Consumers

1.5.2 Consumers
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The scenario below demonstrates the difference in average prices of actual downgrades for the period July 2020 to May 2021 between classes. It must be taken into account that prices differ on a daily basis depending on volumes and quality supplied versus demand. The last column reflects the true price forming mechanism and how it impacts the buying power of buyers and consumers.

 

N877 Table 3 Product downgrades