South African citrus en route to Philippines after 12 years of negotiations
A delegation from the Citrus Growers’ Association of South Africa (CGA) visited the Port of Durban this week to send…
Department, emerging farmers talk water challenges
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has met with young people and emerging farmers to discuss various issues affecting…
New targets to protect biodiversity must include farmers and agriculture
The UN Convention on Biological Diversity is a treaty that aims to develop national strategies for the conservation and sustainable use of…
Report reveals soil pollution as one of the world’s major challenges for ecosystem restoration
According to a joint report released by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) and the United…
Rooibos Industry Pledges Continued Commitment to Sustainability Ahead of World Environment Day (5 June)
While the Rooibos industry has always had environmental preservation at heart, an increased global demand for the tea has compelled…
Agriculture remains a star performer in the economy, but still needs govt support
Agriculture’s contribution to gross domestic product (GDP) and employment is often underrated in South Africa, which particularly came to the…
Global food prices rise at a rapid pace in May
The FAO Food Price Index averaged 127.1 points in May, 4.8% higher than in April and 39.7% higher than in May 2020.…
Expropriation Bill aims to bring SA in line with global land ownership policies
For decades, progress towards the integration of world economies and the establishment of a global economic market has been a…
South African pome fruit sector set for record exports in 2021
South Africa’s apple and pear production is set for a record export crop this season. Apple exports are expected to…
