Astral has taken a R2.1bn hit on the back of costs associated with power cuts, water shortages and the recent avian flu outbreak. As such, profits came under pressure, resulting in the chicken producer reporting its first annual loss in its 23-year history. Business Day TV caught up with CEO Chris Schutte for further insight on the performance.
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