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How Cape Town port's inefficiencies are costing the agriculture industry

29 Oct 2024

Food inflation steady at 40.1% in September, but monthly pressures persist

Food inflation steady at 40.1% in September, but monthly pressures persist

By Paul Makube 29 Oct 2024

The expo returns in September. Source: Supplied.

Exhibitions & Events

Organic & Natural Products Expo to return in September

30 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

Nigeria is Africa's leading rice producer, but still needs more - reusing wastewater for irrigation would boost farming

Sustainable Farming

Nigeria is Africa's leading rice producer, but still needs more - reusing wastewater for irrigation would boost farming

Christopher Oluwakunmi Akinbile 22 Jun 2023

Eskom, the Netherlands to collaborate on Grootvlei Power Station transition

Sustainability

Eskom, the Netherlands to collaborate on Grootvlei Power Station transition

21 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

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

Agribusiness confidence remains subdued in Q2

Agribusiness

Agribusiness confidence remains subdued in Q2

Wandile Sihlobo 20 Jun 2023

Changing weather patterns set to exacerbate challenges faced by SA's farmers

Agribusiness

Changing weather patterns set to exacerbate challenges faced by SA's farmers

19 Jun 2023

Johann Kotzé appointed new CEO of Agri SA

Agribusiness

Johann Kotzé appointed new CEO of Agri SA

15 Jun 2023

Africa needs grain imports, key states say ahead of Putin talks

Agribusiness

Africa needs grain imports, key states say ahead of Putin talks

Carien du Plessis, Chris Mfula and Elias Biryabarema 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

Research & Development

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

13 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

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

Eni bets on agribusiness in Africa to expand biofuel production

Energy

Eni bets on agribusiness in Africa to expand biofuel production

Francesca Landini 1 Jun 2023

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Agribusiness

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

Paul Makube 26 May 2023

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FMCG

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

24 May 2023

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

Agribusiness

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

23 May 2023

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Land & Property Law

Special Tribunal declares land reform lease agreement unlawful

17 May 2023

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

Agribusiness

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

Nyasha Chingono 15 May 2023

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

Research

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

Marc Wegerif 12 May 2023

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

Land Policy, Reform & Restitution

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

11 May 2023

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Agro-processing

SA's top butcheries honoured at 18th annual Cleaver Awards

11 May 2023

Abalobi's new online store broadens access to ethically-sourced seafood

E-commerce

Abalobi's new online store broadens access to ethically-sourced seafood

10 May 2023

Reports highlight most promising green economy investment opportunities in South Africa

Agriculture

Reports highlight most promising green economy investment opportunities in South Africa

GreenCape 4 May 2023

How collaboration can drive land reform success in the next decade

Land Policy, Reform & Restitution

How collaboration can drive land reform success in the next decade

26 Apr 2023

Brazil bird flu outbreak could place SA poultry under severe pressure

Food Security

Brazil bird flu outbreak could place SA poultry under severe pressure

Fred Hume 25 Apr 2023

Why traceability is key to a sustainable future in South African agriculture

Agribusiness

Why traceability is key to a sustainable future in South African agriculture

Justin Platt 24 Apr 2023

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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

Nigeria is Africa's leading rice producer, but still needs more - reusing wastewater for irrigation would boost farming

AgricultureNigeria is Africa's leading rice producer, but still needs more - reusing wastewater for irrigation would boost farming

Christopher Oluwakunmi Akinbile 22 Jun 2023

Eskom, the Netherlands to collaborate on Grootvlei Power Station transition

Energy & MiningEskom, the Netherlands to collaborate on Grootvlei Power Station transition

21 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

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

Agribusiness confidence remains subdued in Q2

AgricultureAgribusiness confidence remains subdued in Q2

Wandile Sihlobo 20 Jun 2023

Changing weather patterns set to exacerbate challenges faced by SA's farmers

AgricultureChanging weather patterns set to exacerbate challenges faced by SA's farmers

19 Jun 2023

Johann Kotzé appointed new CEO of Agri SA

AgricultureJohann Kotzé appointed new CEO of Agri SA

15 Jun 2023

Africa needs grain imports, key states say ahead of Putin talks

AgricultureAfrica needs grain imports, key states say ahead of Putin talks

Carien du Plessis, Chris Mfula and Elias Biryabarema 15 Jun 2023

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

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

14 Jun 2023

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

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

13 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

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

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

Paul Makube 6 Jun 2023

Eni bets on agribusiness in Africa to expand biofuel production

Energy & MiningEni bets on agribusiness in Africa to expand biofuel production

Francesca Landini 1 Jun 2023

Source: Barescar90 via

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

Paul Makube 26 May 2023

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

24 May 2023

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

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

23 May 2023

Image source: Alexas Fotos from

LegalSpecial Tribunal declares land reform lease agreement unlawful

17 May 2023

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

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

Nyasha Chingono 15 May 2023

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

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

Marc Wegerif 12 May 2023

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

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

11 May 2023

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AgricultureSA's top butcheries honoured at 18th annual Cleaver Awards

11 May 2023

Abalobi's new online store broadens access to ethically-sourced seafood

RetailAbalobi's new online store broadens access to ethically-sourced seafood

10 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

How collaboration can drive land reform success in the next decade

PropertyHow collaboration can drive land reform success in the next decade

26 Apr 2023

Brazil bird flu outbreak could place SA poultry under severe pressure

AgricultureBrazil bird flu outbreak could place SA poultry under severe pressure

Fred Hume 25 Apr 2023

Why traceability is key to a sustainable future in South African agriculture

AgricultureWhy traceability is key to a sustainable future in South African agriculture

Justin Platt 24 Apr 2023

Maximising land use for food and green energy could better support industry, society

Energy & MiningMaximising land use for food and green energy could better support industry, society

Karen King 20 Apr 2023

A faster acceleration in food price inflation to another record high in March

AgricultureA faster acceleration in food price inflation to another record high in March

Paul Makube 20 Apr 2023

Transforming African agriculture: Investing in solutions to maximise farm-level productivity

AgricultureTransforming African agriculture: Investing in solutions to maximise farm-level productivity

19 Apr 2023

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LegalIncreasing quota for frozen chicken imports as SA prices rise

Virusha Subban 17 Apr 2023

What does it take for agri sector transformation to be successful?

AgricultureWhat does it take for agri sector transformation to be successful?

Cobus de Bruyn 13 Apr 2023

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AgricultureHere's how the insurance industry safeguards South Africa's food supply

Daniel Stevens 11 Apr 2023

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ESG & SustainabilityESG in agriculture - why it needs to work

Lerato Molefi & Dalit Anstey 3 Apr 2023

Price hikes on basic food items 'unjustified' - Competition Commission

RetailPrice hikes on basic food items 'unjustified' - Competition Commission

29 Mar 2023

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ESG & Sustainability3 steps to meeting your waste management targets

28 Mar 2023

Diesel rebate policy 'too selective', ignores broader food industry value chain - Fasa

RetailDiesel rebate policy 'too selective', ignores broader food industry value chain - Fasa

28 Mar 2023

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LegalEstina dairy farm tax fraud trial underway

28 Mar 2023