What it will take for Africa’s agrifood systems to thrive
The year 2021 was one of critical conversations about global agrifood systems – the processes and methods through which farming produces food.
South African citrus growers export 161.6 million cartons of fruit despite tough 2021 season
Southern African citrus growers delivered 161.6 million cartons of local citrus across the world during 2021, an increase of 18.6 million cartons when compared to last year, despite an extremely difficult and complex season that put the entire industry under severe strain.
Water Stewardship Event Highlights the Journey to Economic Recovery and a Green Economy Post Covid
The South African water sector offers huge potential for enabling economic recovery, combined with a quick turnaround, to ensure a greener economy post COVID-19.
The agricultural sector in 2021, a positive outlook?
One of the few positives from the COVID-19 pandemic is that it created growing consumer demand for healthy foods, which has driven investment in a number of agri-business sectors, including fresh fruit and vegetables.
How can we get finance applications approved?
For a year and many months after launching our website, “Finance for new farmers and SMMEs” was the most visited page and it still ranks in the top 10 along with “Careers and employment in agriculture”, “Beef cattle” and “Vegetables”.
National Agro-meteorological Committee (NAC) Advisory: Strategies for Farmers for the Spring and Early Summer
Above normal temperatures are expected, and above normal rainfall is anticipated for north-eastern half of the country during spring and early summer. With the above forecast in mind, the following strategies are recommended:
Emseni Farming stands out from the rest
Emseni Farming provides jobs for the community and is now known as one of the biggest greenhouse bell pepper producers in South Africa.
South African kiwi industry gets organised ahead of growth
The South African Kiwi Growers’ Association says this is an exciting new crop with the ability to produce good returns, and about which much is being learnt.
African farmers and agribusinesses need fair access to markets in face of climate change
Southern and Eastern Africa face the twin challenges of growing agricultural production to meet food demand while adapting to extreme weather.
How the South African government can boost its credibility in the agricultural sector
Governments can build credibility over time through consistent commitment to implementing policies efficiently and effectively. South Africa hasn’t done well on this score. As a result of the poor record of policy implementation, investors and the general public have become sceptical of government policy pronouncements.