Govt. Policy and Regulatory

The deal comes as China’s appetite for premium imported food continues to climb, with dairy imports growing by 18% and demand for high-end seafood surgingd by 25% in 2024.

FPU officials say some politicians are obstructing enforcement operations to curry favour with fishing communities that wield significant electoral influence.

The overhaul marks a significant step in aligning its practices with this landmark international accord under the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization.

The findings come just weeks after Guardian Australia exposed shocking cases of animal mistreatment linked to the nation’s export abattoirs, including the unpunished hypothermia deaths of 103 sheep during transit.

Brazil accounts for around 84% of South Africa’s total poultry imports and supplies a staggering 92% of all mechanically deboned meat (MDM) brought into the country.

These newly released policy priorities come at a time when feed manufacturers face mounting challenges from supply disruptions, trade uncertainty, and evolving consumer demands.

The company, owned by the government’s Public Investment Corporation (PIC), is reported to be in deep financial distress, which has led to a breakdown in basic animal care.

The latest directive bars the use of any antimicrobial medicinal products for growth promotion or yield enhancement in aquaculture.

With demand for poultry products steadily rising in China, the registration provides Jorenku with a firm foothold in a market hungry for solutions that enhance animal health and production efficiency.

The suspension is particularly significant given that China is South Africa’s top destination for beef exports by volume.