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South Africa's horticultural exports, particularly fruits and nuts, have driven agricultural growth for 15 years, with a 13.3% increase in export value to US$2.7 billion in the first half of 2025 from US$2.3 billion in 2024. The EU, including the UK, is the largest market (38%, US$1.03 billion), followed by Asia (26%, US$714 million), the UK (14%, US$376 million), the Americas (9%, US$235 million), and Africa (6%, US$169 million). The Netherlands dominates EU imports (75%), while the UAE (28%) and China (13%) lead in Asia. The USA (52%) and Canada (47%) are key in the Americas, and Nigeria (17%) tops African markets. Key exports include apples (US$371 million), lemons (US$278 million), and mandarins (US$229 million).
‘n Nuwe verslag van die Mededingingskommissie toon dat water- en elektrisiteitstariewe sedert 2020 meer as dubbeld so vinnig as inflasie gestyg het. Die eerste Lewenskosteverslag – saamgestel met behulp van Statistiek Suid-Afrika se verbruikersprysindeksdata – toon dat elektrisiteitstariewe met 68% gestyg het.Die prys van water het sedert 2020 met 50% gestyg, terwyl hooflyninflasie in dié tydperk met 28% gestyg het.Die verslag het bevind dat prysverhogings – wat deur die elektrisiteitsreguleerder, NERSA, goedgekeur is – veral die laer-inkomstegroep op hul knieë dwing.
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s praise for Zimbabwe’s land reform during a speech at the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show on August 29, 2025, has sparked backlash from South African agricultural leaders. Ramaphosa highlighted Zimbabwe’s efforts to address colonial-era land ownership and promote black farmers through irrigation, mechanization, and support, framing it as vital for historical redress and food security. However, critics argue Zimbabwe’s land reform led to economic collapse and food insecurity, making it an unsuitable model for South Africa.
Bennie van Zyl, hoofbestuurder van TLU SA, prys Suid-Afrikaanse boere se veerkragtigheid ondanks 'n vyandige beleidsomgewing wat landbou bedreig. Uitdagings sluit in kruipende onteiening, swak eiendomsreg, en omgewingsfaktore soos watermismanagement, besoedeling, en infrastruktuurverval. Die ANC se ideologiese aanslag, soos onteiening sonder vergoeding en lof vir Zimbabwe se mislukte landhervorming, ondermyn beleggersvertroue en ekonomiese sekerheid. Produksiefaktore—grond, arbeid, kapitaal, meganisasie, en entrepreneurskap—is onder druk: onseker eiendomsreg beperk grondbeleggings, swak onderwys lewer ongeskoolde arbeid, hoë insetkoste en rentekoerse knel kapitaal, en burokratie strem innovasie. Infrastruktuur se agteruitgang verhoog vervoerkoste, terwyl boere geen subsidies ontvang nie, wat mededinging benadeel. TLU SA ondersoek koöperatiewe modelle om insetkoste en marktoegang te verbeter, maar beklemtoon dat 'n ideologiese beleidsomgewing verander moet word om eiendomsreg te beskerm en groei te bevorder. Van Zyl roep burgers op om druk uit te oefen vir 'n beleidsverandering om voedselsekerheid en volhoubare landbou te verseker.
Much of the vast space of the U.S. is occupied by farmland, which produces many of the most demanded commodities. But which states have the most of their area used by farms? The map uses the latest data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to show the share of each state’s land area used for farming. READ MORE
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Die burgerregtegroep AfriForum vra ‘n nasionale ondersoek na die polisie se betrokkenheid by veediefstal. Dit volg ná die inhegtenisneming van Konstabel Siyabonga Cindi van die veediefstaleenheid op Standerton, wat beskuldig word van die diefstal van beeste ter waarde van 450 000 Suid-Afrikaanse rand.
Lizel Pretorius, CEO of Macadamias South Africa (Samac), discussed the upcoming annual Macadamia Day, focusing on market access, plant protection, and product development challenges and opportunities.
Die minister, John Steenhuisen, het kritieke ingrypings en maatreëls wat ingestel gaan word in ’n mediaverklaring aangekondig. Dit is daarop gemik om die aanhoudende uitbreking van bek-en-klouseer hok te slaan, veral in provinsies wat voorheen as vry van die siekte beskou is
South Africa's horticultural exports, particularly fruits and nuts, have driven agricultural growth for 15 years, with a 13.3% increase in export value to US$2.7 billion in the first half of 2025 from US$2.3 billion in 2024.
‘n Studie gelei deur die Walter Sisulu Universiteit het ontdek dat die byvoeging van groen Rooibos-ekstrak by kurperkos verbeter die groei van visgetalle en voedingdoeltreffendheid aansienlik. Die proefneming het kommersiële viskos vergelyk met voeding wat met gegiste Rooibos van die bekende rooi of ongegiste groen Rooibos-ekstrak aangevul is
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s praise for Zimbabwe’s land reform during a speech at the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show on August 29, 2025, has sparked backlash from South African agricultural leaders.
The recent data for August also paints a mixed picture. For example, the tractor sales are up 22% y/y, with 700 units sold. Meanwhile, the combine harvester sales were flat, with five units sold. The soft sales in combine harvester sales are not a significant concern given the higher volume of sales in the past few months.
Suid-Afrikaanse boere het hierdie winter 841 685 hektaar gewasse geplant, 3% meer as verlede seisoen, volgens die Oesskattingskomitee. Dit sluit koring, gars, canola, hawer en soetlupiene in.
Nkosinathi Msweli’s sugar cane farm in KwaDukuza, a poor rural area on South Africa’s eastern coast, has supported eight full-time and 30 seasonal workers for 30 years. However, cheap sugar imports from countries like Eswatini, India, and Brazil, combined with a new 30% U.S. tariff on South African imports, are threatening his livelihood.
Die Nasionale Raad van Dierebeskermingsverenigings sê hy het ‘n gedetailleerde voorlegging ingedien teen die voorgestelde regulasies vir die uitvoer van lewende diere per see. Die departement van landbou het die regulasies in Julie vir openbare kommentaar gepubliseer.
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) led a group of South African companies on an Outward Selling Mission to Nigeria and Ghana from 25–30 August 2025 to boost trade and investment in Africa.
Die Rooivleisprodusente-organisasie (RPO) in die Vrystaat steun die Minister van Landbou, John Steenhuisen, se maatreëls om bek-en-klouseer te bekamp, soos plaaslike entstofproduksie, sterker biosekerheid en ’n nasionale naspeurbaarheidstelsel om rooivleisuitvoer te bevorder. Hulle waardeer ook die samewerking tussen boere en veeartse en die progressiewe beheerplan.
South Africa is focusing on making its agricultural sector stronger and more resilient while expanding its trade markets. Deputy Minister Narend Singh, speaking at Vietnam’s 80th Independence Day celebration in Pretoria on September 2, 2025, said the country has opened new markets and secured trade agreements for products like citrus.
Die minister van Landbou, John Steenhuisen, sê die regering se pogings om bek-en-klouseer te bekamp, word belemmer deur mense wat beeste vervoer terwyl dit tydens 'n uitbreking nie toelaatbaar is nie.
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Brazil – Soy Moratorium Reinstated
A court in Brazil has reinstated the moratorium on soybean cultivation in the Amazon after the competition regulator had lifted it. The court ruled that the decision was premature and did not take environmental issues into account. The moratorium, supported by 30 major exporters and EU pressure, prevents soybeans from being planted in deforested areas.
Turkey – Climate Hits Citrus Farmers
Turkish farmers are suffering heavily from extreme weather (frost, heatwaves, hail, and tornadoes). Up to 40% of the lemon crop has been lost, while apricot and hazelnut producers have also suffered major damage. Losses are estimated at more than $561 million.
Greece – EU Subsidy Fraud
More than $26 million of EU agricultural subsidies in Greece have been stolen through fraudulent claims. Opekepe, the agency handling the payments, is under investigation and its offices have been closed. Hundreds of farmers received funds illegally.
Norway – Salmon Exports Decline
Following a 15% Trump tariff on Norwegian products, salmon exports to the U.S. have fallen by 15%. Chile, which pays lower tariffs, is benefitting in the meantime.
France – Champagne Fraud
A French winemaker has been jailed after selling thousands of bottles of counterfeit champagne, made from Spanish wine that was carbonated. He and his wife have been fined, and their company penalized.
Austria – Hiker Killed in Cattle Attack
An 85-year-old man died after a herd of cattle charged at him and his wife in the Alps. Such incidents are becoming more frequent, and the government has already introduced behavioral guidelines for hikers.
Panama – Chiquita Returns
After a major strike, Chiquita Brands is resuming operations in Panama and rehiring up to 5,000 workers. Losses during the strike exceeded $75 million.
Australia – Young Vets Get Training Opportunity
Victoria has launched FarmVet Connect, a program where young veterinarians gain experience working with cattle and dairy farmers. The project is part of a A$15 million plan to strengthen biosecurity.
Switzerland – Starbucks Supplier Suffers
Trump’s 39% tariff on Swiss goods threatens coffee machine manufacturer Thermoplan, a key supplier to Starbucks. The company is already losing Sfr200,000 per week and is considering moving production to Germany.
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