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Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen outlined a multi-faceted response to escalating rural crime in South Africa, particularly stock theft and farm attacks, following a parliamentary query by DA’s Willie Aucamp. While the South African Police Service (SAPS) holds primary responsibility, the Department of Agriculture supports crime prevention through: 1) Participation in the Inter-Ministerial Committee to implement the Rural Safety Strategy, focusing on hotspot identification and integrated safety plans; 2) Animal identification reforms, including Draft Regulations on Animal Identification (2025), decentralized systems, and biometric/DNA technologies to enhance traceability; 3) Farmer awareness campaigns with SAPS and municipalities to promote legal compliance and theft prevention; 4) Research into innovative identification methods like DNA testing; and 5) Legislative improvements to address issues like weak monitoring at auctions and porous borders, alongside better prosecution support.

Voorspellings vir die 2025-’26 somerreënseisoen in Suid-Afrika toon geen duidelikheid oor ’n La Niña-stelsel nie, met see-oppervlaktemperature waarskynlik neutraal of effens La Niña-neigend teen September. Volgens landbouweerkundige Johan van den Berg kan La Niña-neigings in September/Oktober vroeër reën bring, veral in die ooste, met swakker reën vroeg en natter weer later in die seisoen. Histories was mielie-opbrengste in sulke seisoene gemiddeld tot bogemiddeld, soos in 2024-’25, ondanks vroeë droogteskade in sommige gebiede. Goeie grondwatervlakke ná swaar reën in 2024-’25 ondersteun aanplantings, maar vroeë plant in November/Desember kan droogterisiko’s inhou, terwyl latere versuipskade ’n bedreiging is in gebiede met hoë grondwater. Van den Berg voorspel minstens gemiddelde opbrengste, moontlik beter, mits voorspellings akkuraat is en versuipskade beperk word.

Brazil, producing nearly 40% of global coffee, is a key exporter to the U.S., but new 50% U.S. tariffs effective August 1, 2025, will likely increase coffee prices for American consumers, exacerbating existing high prices due to unfavorable weather in Brazil and Vietnam (17% of global production). South Africa, a net coffee importer with an average of 23,921 tonnes annually over the past five years, sources 54% of its coffee from Brazil and Vietnam, with smaller shares from Uganda (8%), Tanzania (7%), Colombia (4%), Guatemala (4%), Ethiopia (3%), and Honduras (3%). The tariffs may create opportunities for Brazil to increase competitively priced, high-quality coffee exports to South Africa, potentially capturing market share from Vietnam and African suppliers, despite domestic tea and coffee producers’ concerns. South Africa’s demand for coffee, alongside other beverages like whisky (over $300 million in annual imports), supports potential for increased Brazilian imports as part of export diversification.

Die Suid-Afrikaanse veebedryf staar ’n krisis in die gesig weens ’n bek-en-klouseer (BEK)-uitbraak by Karan Beef, die land se grootste voerkraal, wat die bedryf se kwesbaarheid blootlê. Indien BEK nie dringend beheer word nie, kan groot voerkrale sluit en op invoere staatmaak, met verwoestende gevolge vir die rooivleisbedryf, insluitend ’n moontlike ineenstorting van speenkalfpryse en vleistekorte. Dewald Olivier van Rooivleisbedryfdienste (RMIS) beklemtoon dat besluite by ’n BEK-indaba op 21-22 Julie 2025 deurslaggewend sal wees, waar ’n BEK-bestuursplan voorgelê word. BEK-stamme (SAT1, SAT2, SAT3) is endemies in Suid-Afrika, veral in buffelgebiede soos die Krugerwildtuin, waar ’n “rooigebied” met streng beheermaatreëls bestaan. 

Outstanding articles of the week. Summary of some news Headlines in the Farming and Agriculture media.

Microplastics are found all over the planet, from oceans to air to soil. They accumulate in coral reefs as well as on land, harming the environment and the species of plants and animals that live there. This disrupts the balance of ecosystems. READ MORE 

South Africa’s hunting sector generates about R45-billion ($2.5-billion) for the economy annually, creating badly needed jobs while conserving habitat and wildlife, according to the findings of a new study published in the peer-reviewed journal Wildlife Research. READ MORE 

On trade, South Africa's efforts to renegotiate its trade relations with the U.S. have not yielded much success thus far. The expected 30% tariffs that South African products face in the U.S. will likely limit their competitiveness relative to other suppliers. In the case of agriculture, countries like Chile and Peru are likely to gain greater market share if they face lower tariffs than South African goods. READ MORE 

Cows and other ruminants account for just 4 percent of all greenhouse gases produced in the United States, he said, and beef cattle just 2 percent of direct emissions. READ MORE 

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Economist Bheki Mahlobo from Frans Cronje Private Clients argues that South Africa must reform its Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) scheme and secure property rights to reverse a decade of economic stagnation, with annual growth averaging just 0.8% compared to the 4.5% emerging market average.

Die Suid-Afrikaanse landbousektor staar uitdagings in die gesig, maar volhoubare groei bly ’n prioriteit, Sleutel areas sluit in:Siektebeheer: Vordering word gemaak met bek-en-klouseer-inentings, maar entstofvervaardiging moet uitgebrei word. Die herlewing van Onderstepoort Biologiese Produkte en samewerking met die private sektor is noodsaaklik om toekomstige uitbrake te voorkom.

Econometric models estimate that U.S. tariffs, including a 30% reciprocal tariff on non-exempted goods, 25% on automotive products, and 50% on steel, aluminium, and copper, could reduce South African exports to the U.S. by $1.4 billion to $2.3 billion annually.

Die landbou-organisasie TLU SA sê hy is bekommerd oor die invoer van enige hoenderprodukte uit Brasilië na Suid-Afrika. Dit volg nadat die regering die verbod op invoer van pluimveeprodukte uit Brasilië gedeeltelik opgehef het. Die Departement van Landbou laat nou invoere toe uit alle Brasiliaanse provinsies, behalwe Rio Grande do Sul, waar voëlgriep voorgekom het.

Exporters from the Nelson Mandela Bay metropole are bracing for a devastating economic blow following US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 30% tariff hike on South African exports that takes effect on August 1.

Die Internasionale Energie-agentskap se Julie-verslag dui daarop dat die wêreldwye groei in die olievraag met slegs 700 000 vate per dag in 2025 sal styg. Dit is die stadigste groei sedert 2009, teenoor die wêreldwye styging van 950 000 vate in Junie tot 105,6 miljoen vate per dag.

China Eliminates Tariffs on 98% of African Imports – A Turning Point for Trade -China has announced the elimination of import tariffs on 98% of products from 21 African countries. This is not merely a diplomatic gesture. It is a strategic move with far-reaching economic consequences for the continent and the world.

Johann Bornman, chairperson of Agri Development Solutions, released a report clarifying South Africa’s land reform progress, addressing widespread misinformation. Key findings include: Land reform statistics are often inaccurate due to flawed data collection, limited understanding of agriculture, or political manipulation.

TLU SA neem kennis van president Cyril Ramaphosa se aankondiging van ’n kommissie van ondersoek na grootskaalse korrupsie en politieke inmenging in die Suid-Afrikaanse regsdienste. Hierdie poging om die veiligheids- en vervolgingstrukture in al hul fasette te suiwer, is op papier ’n belangrike stap, maar die vraag is of dit nie dertig jaar te laat kom nie.

Janse Rabie of Agri SA highlighted that while South Africa’s dam levels are higher than last year, localized droughts in the Northern Cape and up to 40% water restrictions in parts of the Eastern Cape underscore the country’s fragile water security.

Die Internasionale Energie-agentskap se Julie-verslag dui daarop dat die wêreldwye groei in die olievraag met slegs 700 000 vate per dag in 2025 sal styg. Dit is die stadigste groei sedert 2009, teenoor die wêreldwye styging van 950 000 vate in Junie tot 105,6 miljoen vate per dag.

South Africa’s macadamia industry, the world’s largest, faces a potential R460 million annual loss due to a 30% U.S. tariff on imports, effective August 1, 2025, as announced by President Donald Trump. The tariff, part of his “Liberation Day” package, follows a temporary 10% tariff costing R120 million yearly.

Brittanje het hervormings aan sy Handelskema vir Ontwikkelende Lande aangekondig om Afrikalande se uitvoere te bevorder en ekonomiese bande te versterk. Die hersiene skema vereenvoudig die reëls van oorsprong en gee nul of verlaagde heffings vir duisende items

The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) Trade Conditions Survey for May and June 2025 reveals a deterioration in trade conditions after a brief improvement in March and April. Global trade uncertainty, particularly due to U.S. President Donald Trump’s announced 30% tariff on South African imports effective August 1, 2025, has dampened prospects.

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Product Name	Price	Quantity Type		Date	Change		Previous Price
White maize	R 4 973,00	per Ton		2025-07-14	-0.78 %		R 5 012,00
Yellow maize	R 4 218,00	per Ton		2025-07-14	0.43 %		R 4 200,00
Soybeans	R 7 165,00	per Ton		2025-07-14	0.04 %		R 7 162,00
Sunflower seed	R 9 540,00	per Ton		2025-07-14	0.05 %		R 9 535,00
Wheat	R 6 515,00	per Ton		2025-07-14	0.39 %		R 6 490,00
Sorghum (IPP)	R 4 369,00	per Ton		2025-07-11	0.34 %		R 4 354,00
Groundnuts (IPP)	R 23 365,00	per Ton		2025-07-11	-2.61 %		R 23 992,00
Cotton (IPP)	R 9 840,00	per Ton		2025-07-11	-0.71 %		R 9 910,00
Soy Meal (US derived price)	R 11 141,00	per Ton		2025-07-11	0.45 %		R 11 091,00
Lusern (Grade 1)	R 4 200,00	per Ton		2025-07-11	0.00 %		R 4 200,00
Chop	R 3 400,00	per Ton		2025-07-11	0.00 %		R 3 400,00
Product Name	Price	Quantity Type	Date			Change	Previous Price
Bananas	R 6,71	per Kg	2025-07-11			12.21 %	R 5,98
Apples	R 9,24	per Kg	2025-07-11			0.76 %	R 9,17
Oranges	R 4,68	per Kg	2025-07-11			5.64 %	R 4,43
Avocados	R 16,77	per Kg	2025-07-11			6.61 %	R 15,73
Grapes	R 39,83	per Kg	2025-07-11			-21.08 %	R 50,47
Mangos	R 31,97	per Kg	2025-07-11			-11.17 %	R 35,99
Pears	R 9,18	per Kg	2025-07-11			0.99 %	R 9,09
Pineapples	R 9,49	per Kg	2025-07-11			0.74 %	R 9,42
Peaches	R 23,24	per Kg	2025-07-11			-24.52 %	R 30,79
Lemons	R 5,16	per Kg	2025-07-11			2.99 %	R 5,01
Nectarines	R 69,57	per Kg	2025-07-11			-34.43 %	R 106,10
Naartjies (Mandarins)	R 7,55	per Kg	2025-07-11			7.40 %	R 7,03
Blueberries	R 102,60	per Kg	2025-07-11			13.92 %	R 90,06
Grapefruits	R 2,58	per Kg	2025-07-11			-48.71 %	R 5,03

 

Product Name	Price		Quantity Type		Date		Change		Previous Price
Potatoes	R 51,76		per 10Kg		2025-07-11		-1.62 %		R 52,61
Tomatoes	R 11,94		per Kg		2025-07-11		-9.27 %		R 13,16
Carrots	R 5,71		per Kg		2025-07-11		-1.89 %		R 5,82
Onions	R 67,27		per 10Kg		2025-07-11		-5.01 %		R 70,82
Cabbage	R 3,12		per Kg		2025-07-11		2.63 %		R 3,04
Garlic	R 80,09		per Kg		2025-07-11		17.81 %		R 67,98
Spinach	R 4,62		per Kg		2025-07-11		9.74 %		R 4,21
Sweet Potatoes	R 4,71		per Kg		2025-07-11		0.21 %		R 4,70
Peppers	R 22,28		per Kg		2025-07-11		2.72 %		R 21,69
Chillies	R 14,27		per Kg		2025-07-11		27.18 %		R 11,22
Pumpkins	R 3,59		per Kg		2025-07-11		4.66 %		R 3,43
Mushrooms	R 88,64		per Kg		2025-07-11		1.01 %		R 87,75
Butternuts	R 5,91		per Kg		2025-07-11		2.07 %		R 5,79
Green beans	R 19,16		per Kg		2025-07-11		11.98 %		R 17,11
Product Name		Price		Quantity Type		Date		Change	Previous Price
Sheep A2/3		R 95,00		per Kg		2025-07-11		-10.17 %	R 105,76
Feeder Lamb (Dual Purpose)		R 49,97		per Kg		2025-07-11		2.10 %	R 48,94
Sheep AB2/3		R 78,00		per Kg		2025-07-11		-3.66 %	R 80,96
Sheep B2/3		R 70,50		per Kg		2025-07-11		-0.83 %	R 71,09
Sheep C2/3		R 69,50		per Kg		2025-07-11		-3.15 %	R 71,76
Wool 20 micron - Non RWS		R 168,00		per Kg		2025-06-13		0.00 %	R 168,00
Wool 20 micron - RWS		R 180,00		per Kg		2025-06-13		0.00 %	R 180,00
Mohair		R 376,42		per Kg		2025-06-13		0.00 %	R 376,42

 

Product Name	Price		Quantity Type		Date		Change		Previous Price
Beef A2/3	R 66,67		per Kg		2025-07-11		-13.14 %		R 76,76
Weaners (200-250kg)	R 36,51		per Kg		2025-07-11		2.21 %		R 35,72
Beef AB2/3	R 62,00		per Kg		2025-07-11		-10.93 %		R 69,61
Beef B2/3	R 55,00		per Kg		2025-07-11		-4.31 %		R 57,48
Beef C2/3	R 54,00		per Kg		2025-07-11		-4.75 %		R 56,69
Product Name	Price	Quantity Type		Date		Change		Previous Price
Kids (under 30kg)	R 68,89	per kg		2025-07-11		9.91 %		R 62,68
Medium (30-40kg)	R 58,76	per kg		2025-07-11		-4.11 %		R 61,28
Large (above 40kg)	R 45,91	per kg		2025-07-11		-16.10 %		R 54,72
Ewes (Goats)	R 59,28	per kg		2025-07-11		5.48 %		R 56,20

 

Product Name	Price		Quantity Type		Date		Change		Previous Price
Poultry Frozen	R 34,86		per Kg		2025-07-11		0.52 %		R 34,68
Poultry fresh	R 39,23		per Kg		2025-07-11		0.56 %		R 39,01
Poultry IQF	R 35,05		per Kg		2025-07-11		0.00 %		R 35,05
Product Name		Price		Quantity Type		Date		Change	Previous Price
Pork Porkers		R 34,26		per Kg		2025-07-11		0.71 %	R 34,02
Pork Baconers		R 33,68		per Kg		2025-07-11		0.39 %	R 33,55
Pork Sausage		R 26,64		per Kg		2025-07-11		0.23 %	R 26,58

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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