# South African agricultural exporters are facing mounting costs as shipping lines pass on higher port charges linked to rising fuel prices. Transnet’s Fuel Neutrality Charge increased from 52-to-78-rand per container in June, following a surge in diesel costs. Industry experts warn the added expenses come as farmers already grapple with higher fuel and fertiliser prices. However, relief may be possible if global energy markets stabilise, allowing port charges and shipping surcharges to decrease in coming months.
Rising port charges squeeze SA agricultural exporters