Jaco Van Der Merwe
Jaco van der Merwe is an experienced agricultural journalist with over X years of reporting on South African and African farming sectors. He specialises in [crop/livestock/markets/policy/etc.], bringing in-depth analysis and sector insight to Farmers Weekly readers.
Jaco’s reporting focuses on:
Agricultural markets and pricing trends
Farm economics and production systems
Policy and regulatory developments
Innovation and technology in agriculture
He is committed to delivering accurate, independent journalism that supports farmers, agribusiness professionals and rural communities.
Professional Background & Expertise
Before joining Farmers Weekly, Jaco:
Worked as [role] for [publication/organisation]
Covered [specific beats/areas of expertise]
Studied [Degree – e.g., BA Journalism / Agricultural Science / etc.]
He regularly attends agricultural conferences, interacts with industry leaders, and provides reliable reporting on issues affecting the farming sector.
Editorial Standards
As a journalist for Farmers Weekly, Jaco adheres to our Editorial Policy, ensuring all reporting is:
Independent and fact-checked
Balanced and fair
Credible and transparent
Renault Duster enters new era without diesel engines
The big news around the all-new Renault Duster’s local introduction was the discontinuation of the venerable diesel engines. The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe looks at how the crossover is gearing up for life after diesel.
One of a kind: the Ford Transit Custom Sport
It’s hard to believe there was once a gap in the van segment between plush people movers and cargo carriers, yet the Ford Transit Custom Sport has plugged that gap, writes The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe.
The Toyota Corolla Cross raises the bar
The Corolla Cross is the best-selling SUV in South Africa, but it faces growing competition from the influx of SUVs from China. To make sure it stays ahead of the pack, Toyota has introduced a range of updates to the facelifted model, writes Jaco van der Merwe.
