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IOL News
12 hours ago
- Business
- IOL News
Is South Africa facing a potato drought? Changes to Golden Dish's menu explained
Capetonians were taken aback on Tuesday afternoon when the beloved and renowned Golden Dish announced significant changes to their potato-based offerings. In a public statement, the management explained, "Due to a nationwide shortage of potatoes, you may notice limited availability or changes to our usual potato offerings. We understand this may be an inconvenience, and we sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through this issue with our suppliers." But what exactly is happening? Are we facing a genuine potato shortage? Agricultural economist, Wandile Sihlobo, confirmed to IOL that South Africans don't have anything to worry about. "There is no shortage of potatoes in South Africa. Our supplies are healthy," said Sihlobo, adding that Potatoes SA agrees with the view. According to the latest statistics, potato stocks in various fresh produce markets indicate it's still in good shape.
IOL News
13 hours ago
- Business
- IOL News
Golden Dish's menu changes: Is South Africa really facing a potato shortage?
Capetonians were taken aback on Tuesday afternoon when the beloved and renowned Golden Dish announced significant changes to their potato-based offerings. In a public statement, the management explained, "Due to a nationwide shortage of potatoes, you may notice limited availability or changes to our usual potato offerings. We understand this may be an inconvenience, and we sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through this issue with our suppliers." But what exactly is happening? Are we facing a genuine potato shortage? Agricultural economist, Wandile Sihlobo, confirmed to IOL that South Africans don't have anything to worry about. "There is no shortage of potatoes in South Africa. Our supplies are healthy," said Sihlobo, adding that Potatoes SA agrees with the view. According to the latest statistics, potato stocks in various fresh produce markets indicate it's still in good shape.
