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Steenhuisen on the 49 refugees and life after AGOA

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen told the media at Nampo 2025 that he was focusing his attention on the farmers that stayed in South Africa, and not those that have decided...

‘Fresh produce markets must be preserved at all costs’

The importance of preserving and future-proofing South Africa’s fresh produce markets was emphasised at the World Union of Wholesale Markets conference, held in Johannesburg, Gauteng from 14 to 16 May...

Nampo 2025: Visitors more focussed on cost-efficient purchases compared to 2024, say exhibitors

After speaking to some exhibitors at Nampo, it would appear that farmers made fewer high-value purchases at the show this year, opting to buy more cost-effective items and machinery.

Global conference delegates experience vibrance of Joburg market

On the third day of the World Union of Wholesale Markets conference, held in Johannesburg, Gauteng, delegates were treated to a tour of the Joburg Fresh Produce Market. Nearly 100...

Getting to know the mounted officers at Nampo

Sergeant Mothasi Mgika and Constable Lerato Marai patrol the south gate entrance of Nampo Park on their horses Awakening and Bringani.

Nation in Conversation: Nampo sees lively debate on Expropriation Act

During a Nation in Conversation panel discussion, agricultural role players discussed the contentious Expropriation Act.

Africa needs to rethink its trade strategy, says trade specialists

The volatile geo-political environment has had dire consequences for world trade, with South Africa being at risk of losing essential market access.

Southern Africa to bear the brunt of climate change

Climate change is set to have a particularly adverse effect on agriculture in Southern Africa, delegates at the World Union of Wholesale Markets conference in Johannesburg, Gauteng, were told.

Deputy president Mashatile attends Nampo to meet with agri role players

Deputy President Paul Mashatile attend Nampo 2025 on the third day of the show in an official capacity.

John Deere OFM ‘Lekker soos ‘n Trekker’ winner announced

An instant lawn farmer from Bloemfontein, Richard Carey, is the proud winner of a new John Deere 5045D tractor in the John Deere OFM ‘Lekker soos ‘n Trekker’ competition.

‘South Africa can drive food security in the region’

South Africa was lauded for its “world-class farmers and agri-food system infrastructure” at the World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) Conference held in Johannesburg, Gauteng this week.

Nation in Conversation at Nampo: Preparing for the future of agriculture

In a Nation in Conversation panel discussion at Nampo 2025, panellists discussed the trends that will shape the agriculture sector in the future.
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