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- Not cheaper, just different: what you should know about farming in Mozambique
Although Mozambique is often viewed as a cheaper, easier farming location than South Africa, cost comparisons tell a more complex story. But while cross-border production presents real challenges, it also offers opportunities for complementary trade, diversification and regional food security, particularly when it comes to subtropical crops such as bananas. Read more » - PIC seeks exit as Daybreak Foods struggles to recover from collapse
The Public Investment Corporation is moving to sell a majority stake in poultry producer Daybreak Foods, as the company continues to grapple with the fallout from financial, governance, and animal welfare crises in 2025. Read more » - Bloem Show 2026: a beach party experience like no other
The Bloem Show is proudly celebrating its 143rd anniversary this year, with a vibrant and refreshing theme: Beach Party in Bloem! Read more » - Tips for the long-term protection of agricultural machinery
Thorough cleaning, protective wax treatment, and proper winter storage can extend the service life of agricultural machinery, preserve resale value, and reduce the risk of breakdowns in the next season. Read more » - How 100 000 weather stations could change farming in Africa
African farmers could claim capital expenditure from international funding bodies as compensation for climate change, says Prof Guy Midgley, director of Stellenbosch University’s School for Climate Studies. Read more » - Precision and discipline drive success on Northern Cape raisin farm
Albertus van der Merwe, Raisins South Africa’s Most Improved Grower of the Year in 2025, balances multiple farming ventures while maintaining precision, performance, and a people-focused approach. Read more » - Wool market shows positive sentiment at latest sale
The wool market is showing encouraging signs of recovery, with demand beginning to outstrip supply, according to Leon du Plessis, auctioneer at BKB. Read more » - Twinning in Dorper sheep requires some modified management
Twinning in Dorper sheep can greatly boost productivity, but it requires precise nutrition, fertility management, and seasonal planning to safeguard ewe health and lamb survival. Read more » - Top-quality kid’s mohair fetches R1 110/kg
Strong demand for fine fibres continued at the fourth mohair sale of the season, with top-quality kid mohair fetching up to R1 110/kg. While the overall market remained largely unchanged, prices are still outperforming last year’s levels, supported by solid competition among buyers and a high clearance rate. Read more » - From chance to choice: a women’s rise to farming success
Many raisin producers assume that retiring without a son to take over the farm means the end of the family business. Alcois Blaauw, this year’s winner of the Raisins SA Female Producer Award, proves that assumption to be wrong. Glenneis Kriel reports. Read more »
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