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Farmers urged to tackle climate risks with strategic planting

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

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

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Farmers bring arts education to local schools with innovative programme

Agriculture

Farmers bring arts education to local schools with innovative programme

25 Aug 2023

Source: IDC. Bank of China chief executive officer, Longjian Chen seen here with SA's minister of trade and industry, Ebrahim Patel signing in the new framework agreement.

Economy

#BRICS2023: Brics Summit ushers in new era as IDC and Bank of China sign historic MOU

Katja Hamilton 22 Aug 2023

Tides are turning for SA's wine industry, despite challenges

Agriculture

Tides are turning for SA's wine industry, despite challenges

21 Aug 2023

Insurance for small farmers: A multisector solution to a big problem

Agriculture

Insurance for small farmers: A multisector solution to a big problem

Deon Scheepers 15 Aug 2023

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Heineken Beverages wins 36 medals at IWSC

15 Aug 2023

New research to help Port of Cape Town prepare for extreme wind events

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New research to help Port of Cape Town prepare for extreme wind events

7 Aug 2023

Chris Blair, CEO at 21st Century

ESG & Sustainability

How AI and blockchain can shape sustainability

Chris Blair 4 Aug 2023

EI Niño and load shedding heighten risk of veld fires

Agriculture

EI Niño and load shedding heighten risk of veld fires

2 Aug 2023

Setting the record straight: Reported import prices distort SA poultry market reality

Agriculture

Setting the record straight: Reported import prices distort SA poultry market reality

Fred Hume 31 Jul 2023

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Agriculture

At the helm of natural and financial storms: El Niño and self-assurance fundamentals

Carin Venter 28 Jul 2023

Rooibos fields weather storms, production on track

Agro-processing

Rooibos fields weather storms, production on track

20 Jul 2023

FMCG

Nestle increases local sourcing in South Africa with new processing plant

Anait Miridzhanian 19 Jul 2023

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Agribusiness

W Cape agriculture infrastructure damage estimated at R1bn

14 Jul 2023

Launch of the Eastern Cape Cannabis & Hemp Training Academy in partnership with Hlomla Multi Services and supported by Training Force (Pty) Ltd and Funda Lula. Image source:

Agriculture

Cannabis and Hemp Training Academy launches in Eastern Cape

13 Jul 2023

Innovative partnership drives inclusive agricultural growth at Middelburg Vineyards

Agriculture

Innovative partnership drives inclusive agricultural growth at Middelburg Vineyards

5 Jul 2023

FAO director-general Qu Dongyu. Source:

Agriculture

FAO chief Qu Dongyu re-elected for second term

3 Jul 2023

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Supply Chain

Chocolate-making ingredient cocoa hits highest price in 46 years

Maytaal Angel and Marcelo Teixeira 29 Jun 2023

AgriKool founders Zamokuhle Twala and Palesa Motaung

Supply Chain

Agritech startup's deal with Shoprite bears fruit

29 Jun 2023

File photo: A street traders' fruit is displayed on a street in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, 21 May 2017. Reuters/Rogan Ward

Agro-processing

SA citrus growers say EU pest rules putting squeeze on exports

Nelson Banya 28 Jun 2023

Fresh produce conference to transform challenges into opportunities

Agriculture

Fresh produce conference to transform challenges into opportunities

27 Jun 2023

This figure shows which parts of the country were most affected by the 2015/16 El Nino event. Much of the central parts of the country, including the western maize production regions, experienced extreme drought conditions from October to December, while the north-eastern parts were less negatively affected
Photo credit: Johann Malherbe, ARC

Climate Change

El Nino is coming, climate research experts warn

21 Jun 2023

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Food Services

Best Of Wine Tourism Awards 2024 now accepting submissions

21 Jun 2023

File photo: A vehicle carries untreated phosphate after being dropped off on a mountain at a phosphate mine at Boucraa factory of the National Moroccan phosphate company (OCP) situated in the southern provinces, 100km southwest of the town of Laayoune 18 February 2016. Reuters/Youssef Boudlal/File Photo

Infrastructure, Innovation & Technology

Morocco's OCP plans $7bn green ammonia plant to avert supply problems

20 Jun 2023

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

Food, Water & Energy Security

Community gardens bloom from vacant lots in Salt River

Matthew Hirsch 15 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

Source: Reuters.

Economy

South Africa dodges recession as economy grows 0.4% in Q1

6 Jun 2023

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

Pharmaceuticals

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

5 Jun 2023

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Circular Economy & Waste Management

Unpacking additions to EPR Scheme; further proposed amendments

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

Slow Food Uganda nominated for annual Agriculture Awards 2023

Agriculture

Slow Food Uganda nominated for annual Agriculture Awards 2023

22 May 2023

Didiza encouraged by agricultural sector's contribution to job creation

Agriculture

Didiza encouraged by agricultural sector's contribution to job creation

18 May 2023

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Farmers bring arts education to local schools with innovative programme

AgricultureFarmers bring arts education to local schools with innovative programme

25 Aug 2023

Source: IDC. Bank of China chief executive officer, Longjian Chen seen here with SA's minister of trade and industry, Ebrahim Patel signing in the new framework agreement.

Finance#BRICS2023: Brics Summit ushers in new era as IDC and Bank of China sign historic MOU

Katja Hamilton 22 Aug 2023

Tides are turning for SA's wine industry, despite challenges

AgricultureTides are turning for SA's wine industry, despite challenges

21 Aug 2023

Insurance for small farmers: A multisector solution to a big problem

AgricultureInsurance for small farmers: A multisector solution to a big problem

Deon Scheepers 15 Aug 2023

Source: Supplied.

RetailHeineken Beverages wins 36 medals at IWSC

15 Aug 2023

New research to help Port of Cape Town prepare for extreme wind events

Logistics & TransportNew research to help Port of Cape Town prepare for extreme wind events

7 Aug 2023

Chris Blair, CEO at 21st Century

ESG & SustainabilityHow AI and blockchain can shape sustainability

Chris Blair 4 Aug 2023

EI Niño and load shedding heighten risk of veld fires

AgricultureEI Niño and load shedding heighten risk of veld fires

2 Aug 2023

Setting the record straight: Reported import prices distort SA poultry market reality

AgricultureSetting the record straight: Reported import prices distort SA poultry market reality

Fred Hume 31 Jul 2023

Source: wirestock via

AgricultureAt the helm of natural and financial storms: El Niño and self-assurance fundamentals

Carin Venter 28 Jul 2023

Rooibos fields weather storms, production on track

AgricultureRooibos fields weather storms, production on track

20 Jul 2023

RetailNestle increases local sourcing in South Africa with new processing plant

Anait Miridzhanian 19 Jul 2023

Image source: ammentorp –

AgricultureW Cape agriculture infrastructure damage estimated at R1bn

14 Jul 2023

Launch of the Eastern Cape Cannabis & Hemp Training Academy in partnership with Hlomla Multi Services and supported by Training Force (Pty) Ltd and Funda Lula. Image source:

AgricultureCannabis and Hemp Training Academy launches in Eastern Cape

13 Jul 2023

Innovative partnership drives inclusive agricultural growth at Middelburg Vineyards

AgricultureInnovative partnership drives inclusive agricultural growth at Middelburg Vineyards

5 Jul 2023

FAO director-general Qu Dongyu. Source:

AgricultureFAO chief Qu Dongyu re-elected for second term

3 Jul 2023

Source:

RetailChocolate-making ingredient cocoa hits highest price in 46 years

Maytaal Angel and Marcelo Teixeira 29 Jun 2023

AgriKool founders Zamokuhle Twala and Palesa Motaung

RetailAgritech startup's deal with Shoprite bears fruit

29 Jun 2023

File photo: A street traders' fruit is displayed on a street in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, 21 May 2017. Reuters/Rogan Ward

AgricultureSA citrus growers say EU pest rules putting squeeze on exports

Nelson Banya 28 Jun 2023

Fresh produce conference to transform challenges into opportunities

AgricultureFresh produce conference to transform challenges into opportunities

27 Jun 2023

This figure shows which parts of the country were most affected by the 2015/16 El Nino event. Much of the central parts of the country, including the western maize production regions, experienced extreme drought conditions from October to December, while the north-eastern parts were less negatively affected
Photo credit: Johann Malherbe, ARC

ESG & SustainabilityEl Nino is coming, climate research experts warn

21 Jun 2023

Source:

Tourism & TravelBest Of Wine Tourism Awards 2024 now accepting submissions

21 Jun 2023

File photo: A vehicle carries untreated phosphate after being dropped off on a mountain at a phosphate mine at Boucraa factory of the National Moroccan phosphate company (OCP) situated in the southern provinces, 100km southwest of the town of Laayoune 18 February 2016. Reuters/Youssef Boudlal/File Photo

ESG & SustainabilityMorocco's OCP plans $7bn green ammonia plant to avert supply problems

20 Jun 2023

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

ESG & SustainabilityCommunity gardens bloom from vacant lots in Salt River

Matthew Hirsch 15 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

Source: Reuters.

FinanceSouth Africa dodges recession as economy grows 0.4% in Q1

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

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ESG & SustainabilityUnpacking additions to EPR Scheme; further proposed amendments

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

Slow Food Uganda nominated for annual Agriculture Awards 2023

AgricultureSlow Food Uganda nominated for annual Agriculture Awards 2023

22 May 2023

Didiza encouraged by agricultural sector's contribution to job creation

AgricultureDidiza encouraged by agricultural sector's contribution to job creation

18 May 2023

Kwanulu Young Farmer of the Year now open for entries

AgricultureKwanulu Young Farmer of the Year now open for entries

12 May 2023

Farmers in South Africa face power cuts and a weak rand - but a number of factors are working in their favour too

AgricultureFarmers in South Africa face power cuts and a weak rand - but a number of factors are working in their favour too

Wandile Sihlobo 9 May 2023

Reports highlight most promising green economy investment opportunities in South Africa

AgricultureReports highlight most promising green economy investment opportunities in South Africa

GreenCape 4 May 2023

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ESG & SustainabilityReport on national greenhouse gas published

28 Apr 2023

400 young farmers to gather at Food For Mzansi indaba

Marketing & Media400 young farmers to gather at Food For Mzansi indaba

YehBaby Marketing Creatives 24 Apr 2023

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Tourism & TravelWesgro locks down R4.1bn in new direct investments for Cape Town and Western Cape

21 Apr 2023

New veterinary rules could change animal healthcare in SA

AgricultureNew veterinary rules could change animal healthcare in SA

20 Apr 2023

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ESG & SustainabilityESG in agriculture - why it needs to work

Lerato Molefi & Dalit Anstey 3 Apr 2023

Hard times need effective solutions to ensure agricultural growth - Prof Bismark Tyobeka

AgricultureHard times need effective solutions to ensure agricultural growth - Prof Bismark Tyobeka

North-West University (NWU) 24 Mar 2023

Common measuring instruments needed to assess the success of land reform in SA

PropertyCommon measuring instruments needed to assess the success of land reform in SA

Peter Setou 23 Mar 2023