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August 22, 2018
wheat tariffs south africa

Delays in South Africa’s wheat tariff publication not helpful

The delays in the publication of adjustments to the South African wheat import tariff are once again causing an interesting pattern. Remember on 10 July 2018, the wheat import tariff triggered to R640.54 per tonne due […]
August 19, 2018
south africa should explore north african and middle eastern markets

North Africa and Middle East markets must be explored

South Africa has to explore North African and Middle Eastern markets, which will grow exponentially in the next decade. Those countries do not have the capacity to grow their own food, according to Dr Holger Matthey, […]
August 15, 2018
Conserving water on farms in South Africa

Farmers Advised to Conserve Water

DURBAN – Farmers have been advised to conserve water with above average temperatures are expected, particularly over the northern parts of South Africa. The advice by the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) comes after […]
August 15, 2018
wheat production in south africa

#AgriMarkets: Africa accounts for only 4% of global wheat production

The International Grains Council (IGC) forecasts Africa’s 2018/2019 wheat production at 27,4 million tons, up by 3% from the previous season due to expectations of a fairly good harvest in South Africa. While this is a […]