Why the dairy sector is cheesed off
Faced with cheap, often subsidised, imports, many local dairy farmers have quit production in recent years. Those who remain have realised that the only way to survive is to increase the scale of operations — an outcome that is often used, incorrectly, as evidence of increased concentration in the sector.
Experience the Wonder of the Rooibos Harvest Season
January marks the start of the Rooibos harvest season in Clanwilliam – a quaint town tucked away at the foot of the majestic Cederberg mountains and the only place in the world where Rooibos grows.
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.
A GAP Year in Agriculture?
With the partnership between Peritum Agri Institute and Reitz Landbou Akademie this has become a reality.
Five reasons South Africa isn’t ready for health claims on food labels
Why ultra-processed foods, such as soft drinks, potato chips, chocolate and sweetened breakfast cereals are under scrutiny.
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: