South African citrus: new EU rules are unjust and punitive
In mid-July 2022 the European Union imposed new restrictions on South African citrus imports. The new phytosanitary requirements were meant to address False Codling Moth, a citrus pest that is native to South Africa and for which there is zero tolerance in the EU.
Waste to food programme at the False Bay TVET College Khayelitsha Campus
False Bay TVET College campuses are in some of the most economically vulnerable communities in Cape Town and, with the student population deeply affected by the increased levels of poverty and unemployment, decided the problems of hunger and food insecurity required an urgent response.
Which plant-based milk is best for you?
There is a large variety of plant-based milks available on the market. Whether it is oat milk, hemp, cashew, coconut, pea, soy milk and others, we are spoilt for choice!
South Africa’s proposed fracking regulations should do more to protect groundwater
South Africa is extremely water scarce, and water supply will become more challenging in the future. The population and economy are growing, increasing demand.
Beefmaster Group ‘energised’ by plan to tackle electricity crisis
Beefmaster Group, a leading specialist supplier of beef products to South Africa and global markets, has welcomed President Cyril Ramaphosa’s watershed new plan to deal with the energy crisis in South Africa.
PAMSA announces South African paper production and recycling statistics
South Africa recycled 1.15 million tonnes of paper and paper packaging in 2021, representing a paper recovery rate of 61.4%.
Technology keeps cherries cool
Agricultural businesses consistently require tailor made solutions which are sustainable and cost effective to ensure that they provide the market with quality products.