US Traders Gripe Over SA Tariffs on Poultry Imports
Poultry demand remains strong in the lead-up to Christmas despite pressure from rising meat prices linked to a recent foot-and-mouth disease outbreak and the avian influenza crisis in 2023, with even US exporters seeking access to the South African market.
Greg Tyler, president and CEO of the USA Poultry and Egg Export Council (USAPEEC), told Business Times that, as during any other period of the year, exports are driven by prevailing market pricing and demand. He said the council was concerned about the duties applied to US poultry entering South Africa.
"US trading companies facilitate shipments only when the landed price — inclusive of VAT and import duties...
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