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Shell Donates R1 million towards drought relief
A donation of R1 million by Shell to Agri SA’s Drought Relief fund comes at a crucial time as livestock and grain farmers in drought-stricken areas struggle to keep animals alive and plan ahead for the season.
National Assembly passes motion to declare drought a national disaster
The drought that has been ravaging large parts of South Africa and which has placed many farmers at risk of financial distress, could soon be declared a national disaster, after the National Assembly agreed to adopt a motion posed by DA MP Annette Steyn.
Drought-related grazing shortages take toll on animals
Drought-related issues dominated this month’s Ruminant Veterinary Association of South Africa (RuVASA) disease report.
Engen donates R1 million to Drought Relief Fund
The manager of commercial fuels at Engen, Mike Stead, presented the Agri SA Drought Relief Fund with a cheque for R1 million at the recent 2016 Nampo Harvest Day, to assist farmers in areas that have been affected by the drought.
2017 could be a good year for maize, despite current drought
Through innovation, producers were better-able to survive the current drought than previous droughts. This was according to Wessel Lemmer, senior agricultural economist at Absa, who spoke to Farmer’s Weekly at the Nampo Harvest Day.
Drought-stricken agriculture sector needs more help!
While Grain SA economist, Wandile Sihlobo, understands that South Africa is experiencing severe financial constraints, he believes that the government needs to prioritise, and increase, funding to its drought-stricken agriculture sector. He writes here in his personal capacity.
Drought conditions affecting SA’s bee population
Fears have been expressed that the ongoing drought in parts of South Africa is set to hit the country’s honey bee populations, and that in turn will affect agricultural output.
Good turn-out expected at Nampo, despite drought
The on-going drought will not affect the amount of visitors or exhibitors to attend this year’s Nampo Harvest Day which will mark the 50th anniversary of this event.
Malawi declares state of emergency over drought
Malawi has declared a state of emergency because the country has a shortage of one million tons of maize.
Bringing your veld back to life after drought
Use your drought experience to evaluate your veld management and make necessary improvements to meet the next drought, says Roelof Bezuidenhout.
Drought and its effects on the agricultural industry
SA agriculture is currently facing the country’s worst drought since 1904. The entire economy, not just farmers, will feel the effects.
Fresh produce quality generally good despite drought
The Institute of Market Agents of South Africa (IMASA) has reported that it has not received complaints from market agents regarding poorer quality fresh produce resulting from the current drought.
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