Gov�t conducts study on opening up beef sector

BMC is s monopoly in the industry
BMC is s monopoly in the industry

The Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security is conducting a study to determine whether or not the monopoly of the Botswana Meat Commission (BMC) should be ended. BMC has been the only entity in the country authorised to run an abattoir that exports beef to other countries.

Speaking in Parliament recently, assistant minister of Agricultural Development and Food Security, Kgotla Autlwetse said the study endeavours to assess the feasibility of liberalisation of the Botswana beef export market in order to allow other players in the beef industry to participate in the international beef market.

He said the study, which is being conducted through a private consultancy, is expected to be completed in September this year.

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