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Chinese Ambassador Wu Peng delighted over South Africa's avocado shipment to China
Ambassador Wu Peng celebrates the successful arrival of South African avocados in Shanghai, marking a significant milestone in bilateral trade and agricultural cooperation between South Africa and China.
Foot-and-mouth disease: South Africa’s agricultural response to ongoing outbreaks
The Department of Agriculture is seeking new methods to manage the ongoing foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks in South Africa, as traditional measures prove ineffective.
Implications of US 30% reciprocal tariffs on SA agriculture: what you need to know
The recent imposition of a 30% tariff by the US on South African agricultural exports could spell disaster for the industry, threatening years of economic cooperation and the livelihoods of thousands.
How AfCFTA can transform SA's agricultural exports and drive industrialisation - Sifiso Ntombela
Explore how South Africa's agricultural growth strategy, reliant on exports to Europe and America, can evolve through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to unlock new markets and drive industrialisation.
30% US tariff: The looming crisis for South Africa's agriculture and manufacturing sectors
US imposes 30% tariffs on South African exports, threatening to slash economic growth by up to 0. 2%. Economists warn the move is a calculated strategy to force American companies like Ford to abandon their SA operations and return home, putting thousands of jobs at risk across agriculture and manufacturing sectors.
Navigating US trade hostilities: a strategic deal for SA agriculture - Thulasizwe Mkhabela
Explore how South Africa can strategically navigate US trade hostilities by crafting a mutually beneficial agricultural deal that safeguards its interests and promotes growth
New Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak in KZN prompts urgent biosecurity call
Over 200 Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreaks across KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape have prompted urgent action from the Agriculture Ministry, with strict biosecurity measures now required to prevent further spread that threatens South Africa's red meat exports and farming communities.
Cannabis ban | Backlash from industry and activists who warn of job losses
The unexpected ban on cannabis and hemp-derived products by South Africa's health ministry has left the burgeoning cannabis sector in turmoil, raising concerns among businesses and activists about the potential economic fallout and job losses.
South African Peoples Tribunal to address agrochemical crisis and government accountability in court of public opinion
The South African People’s Tribunal on AgroToxins will hold the government accountable for failing to protect farm workers and their families from hazardous pesticides. Testimonies from affected individuals will reveal the dire consequences of regulatory failures and the urgent need for change.
Goss’s wilt and leaf blight – a new disease in South African maize production
Discover how Goss's wilt disease is affecting South African maize crops, its impact on international trade, and essential prevention strategies for farmers. Learn about symptoms, management techniques, and the latest developments in disease resistance.