Binnie succeeds Boëttger as Sappi CEO
Multinational pulp and paper company Sappi Limited has announced that its current chief financial officer, Steve Binnie, will replace Ralph Boëttger as company CEO as of 1 July.
Milk imports down amid weak rand
The weakened rand has resulted in an increase in the imported dairy price and consumers can subsequently expect to pay more for milk.
Southern and western Free State still in drought’s grip
While some farmers in the Free State have renewed hope for the season after the widespread rain at the beginning of February, those south and west of Bloemfontein are still...
Farmers expected to buy older-priced machinery as rand weakens
General rains have fallen in many of the summer cropping areas over the past two weeks, said the SA Agricultural Machinery Association (SAAMA) chairperson Callie Human, in a press release.
Protection of agricultural products
Members of the public have less than a month to submit comments to government regarding the protection of agricultural products with geographical indicators.
Early summer planting figures
According to the Crop Estimates Committee’s latest figures, an estimated 1 571 500ha white maize had been planted in the 2013/14 season compared to the 2012/13 season’s 1 617 200ha...
What Agri SA expects from government
Prior to the state of nation address due to take place on 13 February and with political parties gearing up for the general election, Agri SA has released a statement...
Heavy rains break North West drought
Heavy, widespread rains have been reported in the drought-stricken areas of the North West during the past week.
Shorter Land Claims window requested
The Greater Dobsonville Heritage Foundation, representing 2 500 land claimants, has requested that should land claims be opened as mooted by the government, the period for lodging claims should be...
New regulations for diesel rebates
From 1 April, SARS will only accept logbooks as valid evidence of diesel usage. Previously diesel rebates could be applied for by completing a VAT101D application form.
Clover announces massive jump in earnings
Clover has made a big adjustment in its reported earnings during the second half of last year.
Competition authorities approve AFGRI/AgriGroupe takeover
The Competition Commission has approved AgriGroupe’s wholesale takeover of AFGRI, recommending that the Competition Tribunal support the acquisition.
New wage for forestry workers
South Africa’s commercial forestry sector has been advised to implement its new minimum wages from 1 March instead of the government-stipulated 1 April date.
North West rain relief
Farmers in the drought-stricken areas of the North West have expressed their gratitude for the recent downpour of rain over the past few days, according to Agri North West president...
Absent agri skills hinder industry
If South Africa doesn't fix the education system soon, then we will not become the powerhouse of Africa we are hoping to become, according to Prof Johann Kirsten, head of...
Mining director convicted of environmental damage
Matome Maponya has become the first mine boss in South Africa to be found guilty of a mining-related environmental offence.
Agri trade balance under strain
South Africa is on the brink of becoming a net importer of food from Europe as growth in the positive trade balance slows down.
Price increases leave dairy producers wanting
Dairy farmers have been offered a measure of price relief, with Clover increasing its producer price of milk on 1 March and Parmalat offering an increase to producers in cheese...
Carcasses pile up at state vet
The Mpumalanga Veterinary Services (MVS) is crumbling under the pressure of reduced funding, with piled-up carcasses, stinking fridges, blown-out light fixtures and helpless staff the order of the day at...
Fuel prices could reach R16/l
A litre of petrol could cost motorists R16 if the rand continues to decline, reported the Automobile Association (AA).
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