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South Africa to welcome new private university by 2026

Why South African advertising needs to rediscover its storytelling roots

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Farmers urged to tackle climate risks with strategic planting

SA's wine industry focuses on sustainability, innovation for future growth

SA's wine industry focuses on sustainability, innovation for future growth

Ghana expects recovery in cocoa production for 2024/25 season

Ghana expects recovery in cocoa production for 2024/25 seasonMaxwell Akalaare Adombila

Role of innovative financing for farmers: Lessons from Ghana's cocoa irrigation

Role of innovative financing for farmers: Lessons from Ghana's cocoa irrigation

SA's wine industry focuses on sustainability, innovation for future growth

SA's wine industry focuses on sustainability, innovation for future growth

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Ghana expects recovery in cocoa production for 2024/25 season

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The Nature Park on the corner of Fenton Road and Pope Street in Salt River was the first garden started by Neighbourhood Gardens. Photos: Matthew Hirsch / GroundUp

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Community gardens bloom from vacant lots in Salt River

Matthew Hirsch 15 Jun 2023

Woodlands Dairy commissions additional biomass boiler to further reduce emissions

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Woodlands Dairy commissions additional biomass boiler to further reduce emissions

15 Jun 2023

ClemenGold to donate 1,000 tonnes of citrus during 2023 season

Food Security

ClemenGold to donate 1,000 tonnes of citrus during 2023 season

14 Jun 2023

Kgodiso Development Fund, Raisin SA launch Vine Academy in Northern Cape

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Kgodiso Development Fund, Raisin SA launch Vine Academy in Northern Cape

13 Jun 2023

SanParks to donate game to emerging farmers

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SanParks to donate game to emerging farmers

9 Jun 2023

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Agro-processing

Hortgro Awards honours deciduous fruit industry champions

8 Jun 2023

Slump in global cashew demand pushes Ivory Coast industry to verge of collapse

Agro-processing

Slump in global cashew demand pushes Ivory Coast industry to verge of collapse

Ange Aboa and Alessandra Prentice 8 Jun 2023

Farming in South Africa is being hobbled by power cuts and poor roads. Rural towns are being hit hardest

Agriculture

Farming in South Africa is being hobbled by power cuts and poor roads. Rural towns are being hit hardest

Wandile Sihlobo 7 Jun 2023

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Legislation

Have your say on revised water use licence regulations

7 Jun 2023

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Agribusiness

A further deterioration in agriculture GDP outcomes turn negative in Q1 of 2023

Paul Makube 7 Jun 2023

Source: Reuters.

Economy

South Africa dodges recession as economy grows 0.4% in Q1

6 Jun 2023

Your omelette is not yet under threat despite the recent Western Cape bird flu outbreak

Agribusiness

Your omelette is not yet under threat despite the recent Western Cape bird flu outbreak

Paul Makube 6 Jun 2023

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Pharmaceuticals

MG Health to triple production amid surging global demand for medical cannabis

5 Jun 2023

New sustainability report reveals forestry's positive impact on global environment

Forestry

New sustainability report reveals forestry's positive impact on global environment

2 Jun 2023

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Commodities & Fairtrade

Global food prices decline in May

2 Jun 2023

Eni bets on agribusiness in Africa to expand biofuel production

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Eni bets on agribusiness in Africa to expand biofuel production

Francesca Landini 1 Jun 2023

#AfricaMonth: Kuronga is using AI to help African farmers feed the continent

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#AfricaMonth: Kuronga is using AI to help African farmers feed the continent

Robin Fredericks 31 May 2023

Unilever pivots to African suppliers as forex pressure mounts

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Unilever pivots to African suppliers as forex pressure mounts

Seun Sanni 31 May 2023

South Africa's finest dairy products awarded at SA Dairy Championships 2023

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South Africa's finest dairy products awarded at SA Dairy Championships 2023

29 May 2023

Dichotomy of abundance and scarcity: The paradox of South African agriculture

Food Security

Dichotomy of abundance and scarcity: The paradox of South African agriculture

Ali Conn 29 May 2023

South African Van Ryn's brandy named world's best for second consecutive year

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South African Van Ryn's brandy named world's best for second consecutive year

29 May 2023

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No respite for farmers as debt servicing costs escalate following another 50-basis points hike

Paul Makube 26 May 2023

#FarmingfortheFuture: Restore Africa Funds on the importance of regenerative agriculture

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#FarmingfortheFuture: Restore Africa Funds on the importance of regenerative agriculture

Robin Fredericks 25 May 2023

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Akkedisberg farmworkers inspire hope and empowerment with wine brand, Southern Treasures

Robin Fredericks 25 May 2023

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Inflation slows slightly, but surging food prices still pinching SA wallets

24 May 2023

Mr Price Foundation empowers a sustainable future through hydroponic technology

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Mr Price Foundation empowers a sustainable future through hydroponic technology

24 May 2023

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Unpacking additions to EPR Scheme; further proposed amendments

Lerato Molefi, Paula-Ann Novotny and Hassan Mahlawe 23 May 2023

The changing face of agricultural finance: Shifting focus for sustainable growth

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The changing face of agricultural finance: Shifting focus for sustainable growth

23 May 2023

Smart farming project to boost KZN food security

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Smart farming project to boost KZN food security

22 May 2023

Slow Food Uganda nominated for annual Agriculture Awards 2023

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Slow Food Uganda nominated for annual Agriculture Awards 2023

22 May 2023

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Eni bets on agribusiness in Africa to expand biofuel production

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Eni bets on agribusiness in Africa to expand biofuel production

Francesca Landini 1 Jun 2023

Unilever pivots to African suppliers as forex pressure mounts

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Seun Sanni 31 May 2023

Slow Food Uganda nominated for annual Agriculture Awards 2023

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Kgodiso Development Fund, Raisin SA launch Vine Academy in Northern Cape

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13 Jun 2023

SanParks to donate game to emerging farmers

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9 Jun 2023

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AgricultureHortgro Awards honours deciduous fruit industry champions

8 Jun 2023

Slump in global cashew demand pushes Ivory Coast industry to verge of collapse

AgricultureSlump in global cashew demand pushes Ivory Coast industry to verge of collapse

Ange Aboa and Alessandra Prentice 8 Jun 2023

Farming in South Africa is being hobbled by power cuts and poor roads. Rural towns are being hit hardest

AgricultureFarming in South Africa is being hobbled by power cuts and poor roads. Rural towns are being hit hardest

Wandile Sihlobo 7 Jun 2023

Image source: Süleyman Sahan from

LegalHave your say on revised water use licence regulations

7 Jun 2023

Source: josealbafotos via

AgricultureA further deterioration in agriculture GDP outcomes turn negative in Q1 of 2023

Paul Makube 7 Jun 2023

Source: Reuters.

FinanceSouth Africa dodges recession as economy grows 0.4% in Q1

6 Jun 2023

Your omelette is not yet under threat despite the recent Western Cape bird flu outbreak

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Paul Makube 6 Jun 2023

Source: Supplied. MG Health, chief executive officer, Andre Bothma.

HealthcareMG Health to triple production amid surging global demand for medical cannabis

5 Jun 2023

New sustainability report reveals forestry's positive impact on global environment

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2 Jun 2023

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AgricultureGlobal food prices decline in May

2 Jun 2023

#AfricaMonth: Kuronga is using AI to help African farmers feed the continent

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Robin Fredericks 31 May 2023

South Africa's finest dairy products awarded at SA Dairy Championships 2023

RetailSouth Africa's finest dairy products awarded at SA Dairy Championships 2023

29 May 2023

Dichotomy of abundance and scarcity: The paradox of South African agriculture

AgricultureDichotomy of abundance and scarcity: The paradox of South African agriculture

Ali Conn 29 May 2023

South African Van Ryn's brandy named world's best for second consecutive year

RetailSouth African Van Ryn's brandy named world's best for second consecutive year

29 May 2023

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AgricultureNo respite for farmers as debt servicing costs escalate following another 50-basis points hike

Paul Makube 26 May 2023

#FarmingfortheFuture: Restore Africa Funds on the importance of regenerative agriculture

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Robin Fredericks 25 May 2023

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RetailInflation slows slightly, but surging food prices still pinching SA wallets

24 May 2023

Mr Price Foundation empowers a sustainable future through hydroponic technology

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24 May 2023

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ESG & SustainabilityUnpacking additions to EPR Scheme; further proposed amendments

Lerato Molefi, Paula-Ann Novotny and Hassan Mahlawe 23 May 2023

The changing face of agricultural finance: Shifting focus for sustainable growth

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23 May 2023

Smart farming project to boost KZN food security

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22 May 2023

Western Cape family business reaps rewards of "breakthrough" Checkers deal

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18 May 2023

KWV names John Loomes as new CEO

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18 May 2023

Didiza encouraged by agricultural sector's contribution to job creation

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18 May 2023

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LegalSpecial Tribunal declares land reform lease agreement unlawful

17 May 2023

RoomRaccoon, Hotels for Trees join forces to promote reforestation and sustainable hospitality

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17 May 2023

Newmark Hotels expands into SA's wine tourism with Hazendal Wine Estate

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16 May 2023

AfDB proposes 'fast-track' compensation for Zim's White ex-farmers

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Nyasha Chingono 15 May 2023

SAVC calls for vets to be put back on critical skills list

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12 May 2023

Could local street traders ease the burden of soaring food prices?

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Marc Wegerif 12 May 2023

Kwanulu Young Farmer of the Year now open for entries

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12 May 2023

Continent's best beers awarded at African Beer Cup

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11 May 2023

Need for broader collaboration with all stakeholders in land reform - Vumelana Advisory Fund

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11 May 2023