Post by cjm on Feb 22, 2018 8:20:46 GMT
Excise duty increases – wine industry still facing challenges
South African grape producers have been under financial pressure for some time due to the prevailing drought and other economic challenges. Production costs have doubled in the past decade and costs are expected to rise by 9% in 2018, along with a 17% increase in the minimum wage which takes effect on 1 May.