The existence of the "dop system" over a long period has caused the Western Cape's grape-pickers to suffer the highest rate of Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) in the world. According to research, some 25,000 FAS children are born in South Africa every year. The wine industry does not currently carry any responsibility in terms of addressing these issues.
The long-term operation of the "dop system" has caused grape-pickers in the Western Cape to experience an exceptionally high rate of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS). Research suggests that approximately 25,000 FAS children are born annually in South Africa. The wine industry currently lacks responsibility for these issues.