Today, Agri SA hosted a press briefing on the severe drought experienced throughout South Africa.

South Africa’s trade policy is underpinned by an export-led growth strategy. This means that the country essentially looks to grow its economy by deepening and expanding its export markets.

South Africa’s agricultural sector is having a déjà vu moment when it comes to drought and foot-and-mouth disease.

The private sector and public entities  pledged new investments during the government's latest investment conference, which is aimed at bolstering the struggling economy.

For the first time in five months, global food prices have risen.

“The effects of climate change are unfolding before our eyes,” says Janse Rabie, Agri SA policy head for natural resources.