The Much-Anticipated Rate Cut of 25bps bodes well for the Agricultural sector in tough times
The rate cut is good news for agriculture
President Ramaphosa’s land release push could profoundly help build an inclusive agriculture sector in South Africa
Over time, the South African government has amassed over 2 million hectares of land that was never released to beneficiaries with title deeds.
Wildfires in South Africa are set to increase: how legal action can help the country adapt better to climate change
The Veld and Forest Fire Act says that landowners must keep firefighting equipment, people trained to fight fires and protective clothing available.
Tiger Brands drives township expansion by recruiting unemployed youth, young people with disabilities
Recruits to be paired with experienced employees who work in the trade daily and understand the specific market well.
Revolutionary Solutions for Recycling Expanded Polystyrene in South Africa’s Agricultural and Nursery Industries
Innovative solutions for recycling expanded polystyrene in the agricultural sector
Syngenta showcases the food value chain
South Africa and Africa’s future depends on food security and safety, and what better way to bring the message home than by showcasing the outcome of farm-to-plate food production at the country’s biggest agriculture show. This was the thinking behind the Syngenta Boerekos Plaaskombuis at NAMPO 2024. Christian Giesel, Head of Marketing for Syngenta South […]
Political Parties, elections and agriculture
Like 65 other countries South Africa will have general elections this year. 52 political parties are competing for the national vote. How is an electorate being stretched economically (Neethling, 2024) likely to vote? And of particular interest to us, how does agriculture feature in the bouquet of choices on offer? One challenge in a democracy […]
South Africa’s table grape exports increased by 17% in 2023/24 season
“… [A] season of missed opportunities due to logistical challenges, but at the same time most producers feel it was an acceptable season overall”
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.