The strange case of the shortage that wasn’t
The big mystery about South Africa’s rebates on chicken imports is why they were approved when they weren’t needed.
Author: Craig Macaskill
South Africa’s crucial water supplies from Lesotho: what the shutdown means for industry, farming and residents
The main water supply to South Africa’s economic hub, greater Johannesburg in the Gauteng province, and to the country’s breadbasket in the Free State, is scheduled to be cut off for six months.
Will the slow pace of structural reform in agriculture persist?
Sihlobo spells out some aspects where government focus would uplift the mood in the agricultural sector and illustrate government’s commitment to its programmes to stakeholders.
El Niño disasters: governments know what’s coming, but are unprepared – what must change
With little to no preparation for drought disasters, such as the failure of the staple maize crop, the only option after the disaster hits is delayed relief action.
Climate models indicate El Niño is near its end
There are signs of a promising shift in weather patterns that could alleviate the drought conditions gripping many regions.
Food prices will climb everywhere as temperatures rise due to climate change – new research
Climate change, and specifically rising temperatures, may cause food prices to increase by 3.2% per year, according to a new study by researchers in Germany.
Tough tractors support Western Cape heartland’s farmers
Hot dry conditions and rugged geology of the Western Cape’s Little Karoo and Bree River area produces quality grapes, citrus, stone fruit and other crops although the challenging condition of the area are tough on tractors and equipment which need to be well put together in order to endure.
This is how President Ramaphosa got to the 25% figure of progress in land reform in South Africa
Nearly three decades into democracy, land reform remains central to South Africa’s transformation policies and agricultural policy.
Strategic partnership announced to pioneer advanced nuclear energy solutions for agriculture in South Africa and beyond
An alliance to spearhead the development of innovative nuclear solutions to bolster agriculture and ensure food security across South Africa and the wider African continent.
Solynta rebrands to ‘true potato seed’ company
Adjustment of logo underlines the company’s shift to new commercial chapter as the leading provider of true potato seeds.