One week to go before Nampo 2017 starts
Grain SA (GSA) has pulled out all the stops to ensure that Nampo Harvest Day 2017 will add value to the SA agriculture industry.
Remote monitoring provides data on water quality
A satellite-based programme run by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is monitoring water productivity and identifying water productivity gaps, according to an FAO press release.
Kenya cashew nut exports decline after government ban
Kenya’s cashew nut exports decreased from 835t to 485t between 2013 and 2015.
SA Stud Book lauds 2017’s best breeders
SA Stud Book hosted its annual Elite Gala Awards dinner in Bloemfontein on Monday, May 1, during which it recognised South Africa’s top stud breeders.
Glyphosate non-carcinogenic, but unsafe
After evaluating scientific data, the European Chemical Agency (ECHA) has found that glyphosate is non-carcinogenic, but can cause eye damage and is toxic to aquatic life.
World Bank aids Ivory Coast cocoa industry
The World Bank is set to grant funds of between US$100 million and US$125 million (R1,3 billion and R1,7 billion) to Ivory Coast to mitigate the drop in cocoa prices. Cocoa is a key commodity in the west African country.
Be prepared for a “very difficult” winter fire season
Landowners in South Africa’s winter fire areas should be prepared for what is expected to be a difficult 2017 season.
Eastern Cape potato co-ops cash in on commodity boom
Potatoes are the fastest-moving commodity in the Easter Cape’s OR Tambo district, said Ikhona Mvaphantsi, Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) spokesperson.
DNA results confirm hunter’s remains in crocodile
DNA results have confirmed that the remains found in a crocodile in Zimbabwe were those of professional hunter, Scott van Zyl (44).
What to expect at the 36th World Nut & Dried Fruit Congress
Nearly 1 000 people from 60 different countries are expected to attend the nut and dried fruit industry’s major event of the year.
SA expected to regain net maize export status
It is expected that South Africa will regain its status as a net exporter of maize with the second biggest maize crop on record since 1980, forecast for this season.
SA leads fight against antimicrobial resistance
South Africa’s researchers are taking the World Veterinary Day theme, “Antimicrobial resistance – from awareness to action”, seriously.
Western Cape Young Farmer finalists announced
This year’s Agri Western Cape Santam Agriculture Young Farmer of the Year competition finalists have been announced and competition, it seems, is tough.
FAO hosts fall armyworm workshop in Kenya
The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation in Southern Africa (FAOSA) is hosting a two-day meeting in Nairobi, Kenya, to discuss the region’s response to fall armyworm (FAW). The meeting closes tomorrow, 26 April.
Zimbabwe plans to revive beef industry
Zimbabwe’s Cold Storage Company (CSC) is set to be capitalised.
2017 World South Devon Congress to be held in Port Elizabeth
The fact that the South Devon breed flourishes under the extensive South African conditions underscores its hardiness and adaptability.
Land Bank to invest R1 billion in emerging farmers
The Land Bank has announced plans to allocate about R3 billion to the agricultural sector during the 2017/2018 financial year.
EU denies dumping chicken in South Africa
In a recent press statement, the EU denied that it was dumping chicken onto the South African market and that its poultry exports to South Africa was negatively affecting the industry.
Deadline for comment on Land Holdings Bill extended
The Department of Rural Development and Land Reform has extended the deadline for public comment on the draft Regulation of Agricultural Land Holdings Bill 2017 and the Explanatory Memorandum.
Agri sector braces for possible fuel price hike
An expected fuel price hike will have a negative effect on the agri sector, as it will coincide with summer crop harvests, says Wandile Sihlobo, head of economic and agribusiness research at the Agricultural Business Chamber (AgBiz).
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