Commission whips errant growers

Commission whips errant growers

The Tobacco Commission has imposed on the owners of nested tobacco bales confiscated in the 2023/2024 selling season a penalty of 50% of the proceeds from the sale of the crop. Following the confiscation, the nested bales were sent for re-handling after which the crop...
Grower licensing impressive

Grower licensing impressive

With two weeks to the close of the grower licensing period for the 2024/2025 farming season, licensed tobacco volumes are showing a positive trajectory, keeping alive confidence in the country’s commitment to satisfying market demand. As of last week, licensed tobacco...