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6.2 5 September 2019
The minutes were approved and signed.
Proposer: James Jenkinson Seconded by: Charl Braak
7. MATTERS ARISING FROM THESE MINUTES
7.1 Free roaming pigs – Eastern Cape Dr P Evans
SAPPO must talk to the traditional leaders in the various areas in an
attempt to find a solution to the risk posed by feral pigs.
Dr Peter Evans confirmed that the problem posed by free-roaming
pigs would will remain and it should be accepted.
7.2 Consumer Assurance (Airport) Dr P Evans
Negotiations must take place with SARS through AMIE for SAPPO to
visit warehouse where shipments were unpacked
Dr Peter Evans had discussions with the relevant people who
confirmed that no pork was served on international airlines due to
moslems on the flights.
7.3 Woolworths J Kotzé
A meeting was held with Woolworths where the following matters
were raised:
- SAPPO’s concern that Woolworths was in a bio-security high risk
area promoting free range pigs;
- Pork360 was not a brand but a farming assruance to advance
food safety;
- They want to liaise with SAPPO on food safety;
- Woolworth representatives visited Stephen Butt’s farm previously;
More future discussions will take place with Woolworths as it was a
premium market although very small.
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