Agriculture Could Be South Africa’s Economic Lifeline — If Investment Confidence Returns
South Africa’s economic growth is stagnating, but agriculture could be the sector to pull it back from the brink — if the right investments and...
Category : Markets
Tru-Cape’s André Kritzinger Crowned Eastern Cape Young Farmer of the Year
André Kritzinger (28), owner and general manager of Tulpieskraal Boerdery in the Langkloof and one of Tru-Cape Fruit Marketing’s valued apple and pear suppliers, has...
Wine tourism: a golden opportunity for South African wine businesses
‘South Africa’s wine industry is in an outstanding position to reach new heights by making wine tourism its superstar attraction,’ argues Daneel Rossouw, Head of...
Prepare for Higher Fertiliser Prices This Summer: African Farmers Face Tougher Input Costs Amid Global Trade Shocks
Farmers across Africa should prepare for rising fertiliser costs ahead of the 2025/2026 summer planting season, as global supply chain pressures, export restrictions, and sanctions...
Diesel Refunds: Why South African Farmers Are Missing Out on Millions
What was once introduced as a financial lifeline for farmers has become a major headache—and in some cases, a costly trap. The diesel refund scheme,...
Why Onions Are a Smart Crop for Small-Scale Farmers
If you’re a small-scale farmer or aspiring market gardener wondering which vegetable to grow for reliable income, onions are hard to beat. They’re in constant...
NAMPO Cape 2025 Set to Deliver Bigger, Bolder Agricultural Showcase in Bredasdorp
From 10 to 13 September 2025, the rolling plains of Bredasdorp will once again come alive as NAMPO Cape returns to Bredasdorp Park, promising its...
Zimbabwe’s Poultry Revolution: How Hamara Farmer Is Turning Chickens Into a Pathway to Prosperity
In the bustling heart of Bulawayo, a quiet agricultural revolution is taking flight. At the center of it all is Hamara Farmer, a local business breathing new...
Afreximbank wins mandate as sole financial advisor for South Africa’s $1.7-billion Suiso Project As financial advisor, ACMA’s role will involve leveraging its network and expertise...
Regional Forum in Nairobi on Sustainable Livestock 10-12 June
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the African Union InterAfrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) invite journalists from across Africa...