Rising atmospheric CO2 may benefit maize crops: first experiment in African conditions
Global maize production is worth billions of dollars annually and is key to global food security because it’s a staple food for billions of…
The future of food security: Challenges that farmers are facing
According to the regional food security body, the IPC, 11.8 million South Africans faced crisis levels of food insecurity last…
What it will take for Africa’s agrifood systems to thrive
The year 2021 was one of critical conversations about global agrifood systems – the processes and methods through which farming…
Western Cape commemorates World Food Day
Tomorrow, 16 October 2021, the Western Cape will join the rest of the world in commemorating World Food Day. In…
SA needs a solution-driven approach to ensure access to safe and healthy food
Food insecurity has long been an issue in South Africa. According to the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), between September…
We throw away a third of the food we grow – here’s what to do about waste
The Covid pandemic has shown the fragility of our global food supply chains, with many supermarkets and restaurants in almost…
Violence and looting threatens SA’s food security
The Consumer Goods Council of South Africa has echoed President Cyril Ramaphosa’s warning that the ongoing destruction of property and…
Farmers must support, protect each other
Farmers must be ready and extra vigilant in the midst of the extensive looting in KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng and elsewhere in…
Impact of Current Unrest in South Africa on the Crop Protection Industry
CropLife South Africa is extremely concerned about the ongoing lawlessness in the country, especially in KwaZulu-Natal. In particular, the impact…
‘Serious threat to food security’: Agri SA calls for Ramaphosa to declare state of emergency
Agri SA has called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to declare a national state of emergency to bring an end to…
