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Agricultural economist Wandile Sihlobo highlights the potential for significant mutual benefits through collaboration between South Africa and Australia’s agricultural sectors, despite their competitive overlap in seasonal production and export markets. During his visit to Australia, engaging with stakeholders in meat, livestock, grains, academia, and horticulture, Sihlobo noted mutual respect for each country’s contributions to global food, fibre, and beverage trade.Key areas for collaboration include: Trade: South Africa, a net wheat importer (1.8 million tonnes annually), could rely on Australia’s high-quality wheat, and Australia could tap into South Africa’s 1 million tonne rice import market, currently dominated by India and Thailand. 

 

Die Suid-Afrikaanse melkwaardeketting staar groter risiko's in die gesig as die rooivleiswaardeketting weens bek-en-klouseer, wat spesifieke oplossings vereis. Geïnspireer deur die rooivleisbedryf se suksesvolle samewerking met dieregesondheidsowerhede, het Melk SA 'n bek-en-klouseer-werkgroep gestig om nuwe oplossings vir die melkbedryf te ondersoek. Die werkgroep, bestaande uit nege lede waaronder veeartse, melkboere en konsultante, word gelei deur dr. Mark Chimes en sluit drie veeartse in wat deel is van minister John Steenhuisen se taakspan vir dieresiektes, aangekondig op 1 September 2025.

 

The South African Reserve Bank's (SARB) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meets next week for its penultimate 2025 session, announcing its decision on September 18 amid divided economist views on whether to hold or cut interest rates. Since starting the easing cycle in September 2024, the MPC has reduced the repo rate by 125 basis points to 7.00% (prime lending rate to 10.50%), with the only hold this year in March due to budget uncertainties and US policy risks under the Trump administration. Inflation has cooled below the 3% midpoint target, enabling cuts, but recent hikes in electricity, utilities, food, and beverages are pushing it upward toward 4.5% by 2026 before returning to 3% by 2027.

 

 

Francois Wilken, president van Vrystaat Landbou, het die landbousektor se 2,5% groei in die tweede kwartaal van 2025 (April–Junie) verwelkom, wat die sektor se gesondheid en kritieke belang vir Suid-Afrika onderstreep. Statistieke Suid-Afrika rapporteer ’n nasionale BBP-groei van 0,8% (teenoor 0,1% in Q1), met landbou wat drie agtereenvolgende kwartale positiewe groei toon, hoewel laer as Q1 se hersiene 18,6%. Wilken waarsku dat hierdie groei nie beteken boere is finansieel gemaklik nie; primêre produsente is onder druk weens ’n kosteknyptang, en ondersteuning is nodig vir hierdie beginpunt van die waardeketting. Hy beklemtoon die sikliese aard van landbou, waar af-siklusse groei kan demp.

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Francois Rossouw, the CEO of the Southern African Agri Initiative (Saai), said the 0.8% GDP growth recorded in the second quarter was encouraging, particularly because agriculture, forestry, and fishing registered a solid 2.5% increase  “This performance was driven mainly by stronger output in horticulture and animal products, which shows resilience in the sector despite broader pressures on investment and trade,” he said. READ MORE 
South Africa’s existing framework of a 3–6 percent band has long aimed to balance flexibility with discipline. In practice, the midpoint of 4.5 percent became an informal focal point and, over time, too many prices, from administered tariffs to wage norms, settled in the upper half of the band. READ MORE 
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The impending delegation to the US, led by Trade Minister Parks Tau and including officials from trade, industry, competition, and agriculture departments, underscores the urgency of resolving the 30% US import tariff on South African exports, which took effect in August 2025 after a prolonged delay at the US Trade Representative (USTR).This tariff, imposed by the Trump administration as part of a broader global trade reshuffle, stems from perceived imbalances in bilateral trade and has already disrupted supply chains, potentially costing tens of thousands of jobs in key sectors like citrus, automotive components, and metals.South Africa's 2024 exports to the US totaled $14.9 billion, making this a significant economic hit, especially as the country navigates domestic challenges like energy shortages and slow growth.Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen's confirmation of receiving a US counterproposal—after an initial South African framework was rejected and a more concessional version submitted—signals potential progress, with the cabinet reviewing it against national interests.The proposals, including importing 75–100 petajoules of US liquefied natural gas over 10 years ($12 billion value), easing access for US poultry ($91 million in trade) and blueberries, R3.3 billion investments by SA firms in US industries like mining, and exemptions for sectors such as shipbuilding, counter-seasonal agriculture, and small business exports under R1 million annually, reflect a pragmatic approach to reciprocity.These align with the US's demands to address its trade deficit while promoting investment and non-tariff barrier reductions, as outlined in South Africa's May 2025 framework deal.Critically, this negotiation comes at a pivotal moment: the tariffs undermine the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), set for review in September 2025, which has provided duty-free access for SA goods.The government's strategy of market diversification (e.g., new deals for stone fruit to China and grains to Japan) and support for affected businesses—via an Export Support Desk, Localisation Fund, and trade defense measures—is a necessary buffer but highlights the risks of over-reliance on the US market.While the US's unilateral move has been criticized as inscrutable given SA's mere 0.25% share of total US imports, it also presents an opportunity for SA to accelerate industrialization and value addition in minerals and agriculture, rather than extractive trade patterns.Success in these talks could mitigate job losses and stabilize exports, but failure risks escalating tensions, especially with the G20 agriculture ministers' meeting on September 16–17, 2025, where SA could leverage multilateral forums.Overall, this episode exposes the vulnerabilities of emerging economies in a protectionist global landscape, urging SA to prioritize resilient, diversified trade partnerships.
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In a bold move to elevate its coverage and introduce cutting-edge tech insights, two members of the Farming Portal and Agri News Net news team have arrived in Silicon Valley, USA, today. As the only independent, privately owned media outlet dedicated to farming and agriculture in South Africa, operating seven days a week, 365 days a year, the platforms are poised to bring fresh value to their loyal audiences.  Farming Portal and Agri News Net have long been go-to sources for impartial, accessible news on South African agriculture, from daily market indicators to in-depth commodity updates and global farming trends. With a commitment to making the sector understandable for everyone—from commercial farmers to emerging producers—this trip marks a strategic push to integrate technology into their reporting."We're here to explore how Silicon Valley's innovations in AI, precision agriculture, and data analytics can transform South African farming," said one team member, speaking from the heart of tech innovation. "Our readers deserve the latest on how these tools can address local challenges like drought resilience, supply chain efficiency, and sustainable practices."The visit comes amid exciting developments for the platforms. Upcoming content will feature exclusive interviews with tech leaders, insights into agritech startups tailored for African contexts, and analyses of how emerging technologies could boost South Africa's agricultural exports. "We've got a few things coming up that will really add value to our popular mediums," the team teased, hinting at potential partnerships and special reports on drone farming, blockchain for traceability, and climate-smart apps.

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Francois Rossouw, CEO of the agricultural organization Saai, emphasized the critical role of agriculture in sustaining local communities during a dairy cattle discussion at Nampo Cape. He noted that small towns rely on three pillars—a cooperative, a primary school, and a place of worship—and if one fails, farmers may relocate, threatening the town’s survival.

Die sesde Nampo-oesdag op Bredasdorp, wat Woensdagoggend begin het en tot Saterdag duur, lok duisende besoekers met meer as 500 uitstallers. Die tema, “Slim-tegnologie vir doeltreffende hulpbronbestuur,” beklemtoon presisielandbou, klimaatslim-tegnologie en digitale innovasie te midde van landbou-uitdagings.

South Africa’s G20 presidency, as part of the G20 Troika (Brazil, South Africa, United States), emphasizes continuity in advancing agricultural priorities: inclusive market participation, empowering women and youth, technology/innovation transfer, and climate resilience. These guide the Agriculture Working Group, Sherpa processes, science agenda, and food-security track.

ʼn Vennootskap tussen die Stad Kaapstad en The Litterboom Project het sedert Mei vanjaar meer as 23 ton vullis uit riviere en kanale verwyder. Met die metro se toelaag kon die projek agt nuwe vullisversperrings reg oor die metro oprig.

The Democratic Alliance (DA) will not allow a bill that strips law-abiding citizens of their firearms, especially in a context where violent crime is rampant and the police fail to protect South Africans. Ian Cameron, the DA’s police spokesperson, expressed deep concern that key industry voices are being excluded from discussions about potential amendments to the Firearms Control Act.

Adjunkpresident Paul Mashatile sê swart ekonomiese bemagtiging is nie rassisme nie, maar ‘n instrument om ongeregtighede uit die verlede reg te stel. Mashatile het in antwoord op vrae in die Nasionale Raad van Provinsies beklemtoon transformasie beteken om welvaart te deel en diegene wat voorheen benadeel is, te bemagtig.

A stronger South African Rand has led to a decline in local fertilizer prices. Week-on-week, ex-warehouse prices dropped: Urea by 2.7% (R8,714/t), MAP by 2.2% (R14,420/t), and KCl by 2.2% (R7,109/t). Per kilogram nutrient costs also fell: Nitrogen (N) by 2.7% (R18.94/kg), Phosphate (P) by 2.1% (R54.34/kg), and Potash (K) by 2.2% (R14.22/kg).
Presidents Trump, Putin, and Xi Jinping are driving a new global trade order marked by self-interest, transactional diplomacy, and protectionist policies, with Modi’s choices also shaping future trade dynamics. At the Swartland Show, a panel with Prof. Johan Fourie and JP Landman discussed South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU) navigating this shift.

Die Gemengde Finansiering-skema, wat regeringstoekennings met privaatsektor-finansiering kombineer, word bevorder as 'n middel om kapitaaltoegang vir opkomende en kleinboere in die Wes-Kaap uit te brei.

Ramaphosa firmly rejected U.S. tariffs, stating in Parliament on September 9, 2025, that “South Africa will not be bullied” and is intensifying efforts to secure a better trade deal with the U.S.

Data van die Nasionale Energiewysigings reguleerder van Suid-Afrika (NERSA) en terugvoer van alternatiewe-energie-installeerders dui daarop dat 2025 ’n rekord jaar kan wees vir die aanneming van private kragopwekking deur besighede.

South Africa’s trade with the U.S. was declining even before a 30% tariff on its exports took effect on August 7, 2025, following a 25% automotive tariff in April. According to Investec’s Annabel Bishop, vehicle exports to the U.S. dropped 82% in the first half of 2025, with total automotive exports falling 1.9% year-on-year globally in July.

Theo Vorster, ekonoom die belangrikheid van ’n langtermynsiening vir beleggingsukses benadruk. Hy het gewaarsku teen fokus op korttermynnuus en veranderlikes, en eerder ’n goed gestruktureerde portefeulje aanbeveel wat langtermynuitkomste kan hanteer.

Africa is on the move. Six of the world’s fastest growing economies are African.-The continent is urbanising rapidly, and governments are working to provide the infrastructure, skills and policy to drive growth and development.

Beeskarkaspryse het in die tweede kwartaal van 2025 begin herstel en sal volgens Absa se marktendensverslag nie gou tot 2024-vlakke daal nie. Die prysherstel word gedryf deur verbeterde huishoudelike inkomste, laer brandstofpryse, en ’n rentekoersdaling van 125 basispunte sedert mid-2024.

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Bloutong in Hongarye: Hongarye meld vir die eerste keer in 10 jaar ’n bloutong-uitbreking, ’n potensieel dodelike siekte vir herkouers, in 15 beeste uit ’n kudde van 303 in die suidweste. Die laaste uitbreking was in 2015.

Franse Wyndruifoes: Die Franse druifoes vir 2025 word op 37,4 miljoen hektoliter geskat, 3% hoër as 2024 maar 10% laer as die vyfjaargemiddeld. Warm, droë Augustus-weer benadeel wingerde in Charentes, Boergondië, Beaujolais en Languedoc-Roussillon, wat sapinhoud verminder en oesdatums vervroeg. ’n Verkleining van 20,000 ha wingerd in Bordeaux en elders, gesubsidieer om oorskotte teen te werk, dra by tot die laer oes, maar verhoog veldbrandrisiko’s. Beaujolais verwag sy kleinste oes sedert 2012; Loire verwag ’n groter oes.
Amazone-Beesnaspeuring: JBS, die wêreld se grootste vleismaatskappy, verskerp naspeuring van beeste in Brasilië se Para-staat om Amasone-ontbossing te bekamp. Hulle het 123,765 oorplaatjies aan boere gelewer, waarvan 65,902 op 89 plase gebruik word, met ’n teiken van 2 miljoen plaatjies saam met Nature Conservancy. Dit stel JBS se Maraba-aanleg in staat om nagespeurde beeste te verwerk, ’n potensiële keerpunt vir die bewaring van die reënwoud, waar beeste en sojabone groot ontbossingsdrywers is.
EU-Subsidiebedrog in Griekeland: Griekse premier Kyriakos Mitsotakis noem bedrog met EU-landbousubsidies ’n “chroniese probleem”. ’n EU-ondersoek skat €23 miljoen (R460 miljoen) is sedert 2016 verduister, veral op Kreta, deur valse eise oor grond en vee. Van 6,354 ondersoekte ontvangers het 1,036 onwettige betalings ontvang. Die regering poog om die geld te verhaal.
Chinese Varkvleistariewe: China beplan tydelike teenstortingstariewe op varkvleis-invoer uit die EU, wat die handel kan beïnvloed.

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