Rhino horn trafficker receives 18-year prison sentence for money laundering
High-ranking rhino horn trafficker, Francis Kipampa of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, recently received an 18-year prison sentence for money laundering offences related to rhino poaching.
Extreme weather and conflict dominate Global Risks Report
The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report shows that respondents are concerned about extreme weather and conflict in the present, short and long terms.
Expropriation Bill sparks concerns on land reform, food security
The Expropriation Bill has reignited discussions on land reform and its potential impacts on food security, property rights, and agricultural productivity. This follows its signing into law by President Cyril...
Botswana suspends imports of certain SA commodities
Due to outbreaks of Goss’s bacterial wilt (Clovibacter michiganensis subsp. Nebraskensis) and bud rot of palms (Phytophthora palmivora) in South Africa, Botswana’s Ministry of Lands and Agriculture (MLA) recently suspended...
Agritourism on the rise as consumers remain under pressure
South Africa’s agritourism sector saw rising interest from the youth, city dwellers and families over the past festive season, according to Jacqui Taylor, CEO and founder of Agritourism Africa.
Lack of financing hampers regenerative agriculture
Financing for and investment in regenerative agriculture in South Africa are currently lagging behind what is happening in the rest of the world.
SA’s first white maize shipment since 2017 arrives at Port of Durban
The African Baza, a bulk carrier sailing under the Bahamas flag, last week offloaded 23 700t of white maize produced in the US at the Port of Durban.
Ramokgopa launches tree-planting drive at Gauteng schools
Gauteng MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Vuyiswa Ramokgopa, accompanied by the Consul-General of the People’s Republic of China in Johannesburg, Pan Qingjiang launched a tree-planting initiative on Wednesday.
African countries adopt a strategy to unlock agricultural potential
Government and private sector will have to work together to get real results from the recently signed the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Strategy and Action Plan.
Market inquiry: retailers (mostly) cleared
The Competition Commission released its final report on the Fresh Produce Market Inquiry (FPMI). Retailers have, for the most part, been cleared of any wrongdoing regarding price gouging or keeping...
Raisin production forecast looking positive
Despite some temperature variability during spring 2024, conditions have stabilised, resulting in a positive outlook for raisin production.
Farmers urged to plan carefully for the next ostrich season
Ostrich production is expected to increase by roughly 7% from 140 000 birds slaughtered in the 2023/24 season to 150 000 in the 2024/25 season.
Red meat industry report offers key insights on global, domestic trends
The Red Meat Industry Services (RMIS) has released its first-ever Red Meat Industry Report, providing a detailed analysis of the trends shaping supply, demand, and prices.
Heavy rainfall in Gauteng and KZN raise flood warnings
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a warning for heavy rainfall across Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal, with the potential for severe flooding, property damage, and disruption of essential services....
Food scarcity takes its toll on hungry Zimbabweans
At the beginning of January 2025, Zimbabweans faced worsening food shortages due to delayed rains and the ongoing effects of drought.
Sugar industry has high hopes for 2025
The South African sugar industry is bracing for a transformative year in 2025 as stakeholders advance into the next phase of the Sugar Value Chain Master Plan to 2030.
No need to panic over supply – Potatoes SA CEO
Potatoes SA has warned against panic over potato supply amid a year of adverse weather. In 2024, potatoes reached record-high prices as black frost in Limpopo and drought in the...
Key trends shaping SA’s agriculture sector
Various trends will reshape the global agribusiness environment over the next 10 years. These trends include agriculture in controlled environments, such as tunnels and greenhouses, which could counter seasonal production...
Acceptance of genetically engineered crops widens
The past year saw an increase in the number of countries allowing for the cultivation and import of crops that have been genetically engineered (GE).
Agri machinery sales set to remain flat in 2025
South African tractor sales increased by 17% to 9 181 units in 2022, making it the highest annual sales figure in the past 40 years, said Wandile Sihlobo, chief economist...
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