President must deploy the SANDF to secure major routes amidst truck attacks
Agri SA is deeply concerned about the violent criminal attacks on trucks in South Africa, particularly those in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga in recent days.
Os du Randt and Kubota – a powerful partnership!
If you are a true blooded South African, then we know you know who he is! If you are a loyal Springbok supporter, then you will argue that he is one of the finest loose head props the rugby world has ever seen.
SA can unleash agriculture’s growth potential says Agricultural Business Chamber’s Chief Economist
It’s been just over one year since South Africa launched its Agriculture and Agro-processing Master Plan (AAMP), touted as an inclusive growth strategy for the agricultural sector.
Growth in Global Demand for Pure Medical Cannabis Sees Lesotho-Based Cultivator and Manufacturer Expand Its Production
MG Health set to triple its production this year for growing international markets.
Farming in South Africa is being hobbled by power cuts and poor roads. Rural towns are being hit hardest
A very good summary of where SA agriculture is at and what current issues are.
Advanced food processing technologies could make the food industry more sustainable
Globally we lose or waste just over a third of the food we produce every year.
Final approval for merger between VKB and GWK
The merger between VKB and GWK received final approval by the relevant regulatory authorities, including competition authorities, after the final suspensive conditions required for the transaction were fulfilled. This means that these two agricultural groups will operate as a new, combined group starting on 31 May 2023. A joint notice and outline of the finalisation […]
The Agriculture and Agro-processing Master Plan needs a clear implementation plan
This month marks a year since South Africa’s Agriculture and Agro-processing Masterplan was completed and launched.
Palmer amaranth and resistance: an evil duo that can be beaten
An American variant of the well-known pigweed can severely impact local food production. However, Ingrid Boshoff, technical lead: herbicides at Syngenta South Africa, explains how this weed can be successfully controlled and eradicated when early, quick and effective action is taken.
Peroxsil – helping to secure markets and crop and livestock health
A number of essentials create the environment in which agriculture can prosper …