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Navigating El Niño: Preparing for Agricultural Risk Without Planning for Disaster

South African farmers are no strangers to uncertainty. Weather volatility, input costs, commodity prices, market access, logistics, and interest rates constantly shape the performance of an agricultural business. The...

Bridging Tradition and Innovation: The Princess Royal’s Call to Action in Cape Town

The 31st Commonwealth Agriculture Conference, held from 2 to 5 November 2026 at the...

Zero Tariffs Boost Tru-Cape’s Apple Exports to China, while India Remains a Concern

The removal of Chinese import tariffs on South African fruit is already delivering strong...

Court Strikes Urgency: Grain SA Disputes Finding as Producers Remain Exposed

Following court proceedings on Friday, 6 November 2026, the Gauteng Division of the High...

Western Cape Agri Champion: Raymond Weels’ Inspiring Journey to Victor

In the heart of the Western Cape’s agricultural landscape, success is measured not only...

Fair Soybean Pricing Matters to Farmers, Consumers, and the Value Chain

As Grain SA and the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) head to court today, 6 November 2026, the South African agricultural sector stands at a...

Commonwealth Conference Puts Western Cape Agriculture on the World Stage

The Western Cape has officially welcomed agricultural leaders from across the globe as the 31st Conference of the Royal Agricultural Society of the Commonwealth...

Commonwealth Agriculture Conference: Conversations shaping Agriculture’s Future

Agricultural societies, business leaders and the next generation meet in Cape Town to examine resilience, leadership and opportunity in a changing world. The 31st Commonwealth...

Beyond AGOA: SA Agriculture Navigates a Shift in US Trade Dynamics

The United States government's announced intention to terminate South Africa’s eligibility under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has sent shockwaves through the...

AgriSA Calls for Fairer Agricultural Pricing and Greater Support for South African Farmers

AgriSA has expressed strong support for concerns raised by its affiliated member, Grain SA, regarding the determination of soybean location differentials. The organization emphasizes...

Upgraded Logistics Plan Unveiled for Cape Fruit Exports

The Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT) has unveiled a comprehensive operational readiness plan to support South Africa’s upcoming 2026/27 deciduous fruit export season. Scheduled...

Early Harvest, High Quality: Navigating Tru-Cape’s Unique Cherry Season

The 2026 cherry season is officially underway for Tru-Cape Fruit Marketing, marking its earliest start on record. The first fruit was harvested and packed...

Why Private Capital Is Moving Downstream from the Agribusiness Farm Gate

Primary producers seeking funding across the agribusiness sector often face a frustrating question: With Africa’s population set to account for one in every four...

Institutions Serve a Broader Purpose: Why the AHBSSA Intervention Matters

When the Minister of Agriculture, Willie Aucamp, announced the appointment of a formal Committee of Inquiry to investigate the affairs of the Arab Horse...

Agri X Fusion Red Meat Value Chain Collaboration Summit: Fixing South Africa’s Biosecurity

Biosecurity is no longer just an animal health issue—it is the ultimate system test for South Africa’s agricultural economy. At the Agri X Fusion...