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SA's farmers will be pushed to plant less because of Botswana, Namibia ban.

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South Africa is not likely to face a vegetable glut because of Botswana's and Namibia's import bans, as farmers in the country will be forced to plant fewer vegetables, a move that will hurt export revenue and lead to job losses in the sector.
Van der Rheede said South Africa can only absorb produce meant for Botswana and Namibia to a limited extent.
29 Aug 2022 3AM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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