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After allegedly failing to respond to a suspension letter, Dr. Jacob Modumo, acting head of Onderstepoort Biological Products (OBP), now faces an investigation into serious misconduct over the pricing of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccine.
'n Verslag deur AfriForum ná die ondersoek na 47 gewelddadige plaasaanvalle tussen 2019 en 2025, dui op 'n herhalende patroon van marteling. Daarvolgens is slagoffers gebrand, gesteek, verwurg en seksueel mishandel. Jacques Broodryk van AfriForum sê plaasaanvalle kom in al nege provinsies voor, en vra die regering om dit te erken as 'n misdaad wat dringende aandag en spesialis-reaksie vereis. Broodryk vra ook dat slagspreuke soos "Kill the Boer" veroordeel word.
Economist Dawie Roodt has described South Africa’s current Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) policy as a “white tax” and one of the biggest obstacles to economic growth.
Suid-Afrika se koringbedryf is by 'n kruispad, en wat op die plaas gebeur raak byna elke huishouding.Koringprodukte word deur sowat 96% van huishoudings gebruik en maak sowat 12% van die gemiddelde voedselmandjie uit.
Port operators and government officials from Angola, Kenya, Nigeria and Senegal are visiting the United States from 12 to 19 September under a programme organised by the US Trade and Development Agency.
South African agribusiness organisations have called on BRICS countries to lower agricultural import tariffs and tackle non-tariff barriers that limit trade between members.The call was made by the Agribusiness Working Group, made up of Agbiz and Agri SA, during the BRICS Business Council meeting ahead of the Leaders' Summit in New Delhi.
Diversifying beyond honey is helping South African beekeepers build more resilient businesses in the face of rising risks. Achmat Kazie, chairman of the Western Cape Bee Industry Association and owner of 35 hives, and Arné Stander, beekeeper at Babylonstoren, both illustrate how value can be created from every aspect of the hive.
'n Verslag deur AfriForum ná die ondersoek na 47 gewelddadige plaasaanvalle tussen 2019 en 2025, dui op 'n herhalende patroon van marteling. Daarvolgens is slagoffers gebrand, gesteek, verwurg en seksueel mishandel. Jacques Broodryk van AfriForum sê plaasaanvalle kom in al nege provinsies voor, en vra die regering om dit te erken as 'n misdaad wat dringende aandag en spesialis-reaksie vereis. Broodryk vra ook dat slagspreuke soos "Kill the Boer" veroordeel word.
Economist Dawie Roodt has described South Africa’s current Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) policy as a “white tax” and one of the biggest obstacles to economic growth.
Suid-Afrika se koringbedryf is by 'n kruispad, en wat op die plaas gebeur raak byna elke huishouding.Koringprodukte word deur sowat 96% van huishoudings gebruik en maak sowat 12% van die gemiddelde voedselmandjie uit.
Port operators and government officials from Angola, Kenya, Nigeria and Senegal are visiting the United States from 12 to 19 September under a programme organised by the US Trade and Development Agency.
South African agribusiness organisations have called on BRICS countries to lower agricultural import tariffs and tackle non-tariff barriers that limit trade between members.The call was made by the Agribusiness Working Group, made up of Agbiz and Agri SA, during the BRICS Business Council meeting ahead of the Leaders' Summit in New Delhi.
Diversifying beyond honey is helping South African beekeepers build more resilient businesses in the face of rising risks. Achmat Kazie, chairman of the Western Cape Bee Industry Association and owner of 35 hives, and Arné Stander, beekeeper at Babylonstoren, both illustrate how value can be created from every aspect of the hive.
Consumer inflation dropped from 5% to 4.3% in July 2026, mainly because food prices rose much more slowly. That is good news for the economy and for interest rates, but the cost is being carried by primary producers.Producer prices in agriculture were about 10.3% lower than a year ago.
Sommige kleinhandelaars sit Italiaanse kos in die kollig, maar Suid-Afrikaanse boere verdien dieselfde toewyding om hul storie te vertel, sê die RPO.Die vraag is hoeveel verantwoordelikheid kleinhandelaars het wanneer Suid-Afrikaners miljarde aan kos bestee, om te verseker die geld ondersteun ook plaaslike produsente, werk en landelike gemeenskappe.
There is great relief and gratitude in the Northern Cape after a powerful cut-off low brought welcome rain ahead of a predicted super El Niño.From early Monday morning farmers reported rainfall across a wide area - from the Roggeveld Karoo, through Boesmanland and Namaqualand to deep into the Kalahari.
China is not moving away from imported soybeans, it is managing the risk around them more strategically.Domestic production will remain small compared to overall needs, with 2026/27 imports still projected at around 108 million tonnes. Imports remain fundamental despite efforts to boost local output and improve feed efficiency.
Petrol prices in South Africa are heading toward a new record in October, with Central Energy Fund data in mid-September showing a large under-recovery.Petrol 95 shows an under-recovery of R2.29 per litre, which would push the price from R26.92 in September to R29.21 in October, close to the R30 mark, especially if the slate levy is increased.
Sommige kleinhandelaars sit Italiaanse kos in die kollig, maar Suid-Afrikaanse boere verdien dieselfde toewyding om hul storie te vertel, sê die RPO.Die vraag is hoeveel verantwoordelikheid kleinhandelaars het wanneer Suid-Afrikaners miljarde aan kos bestee, om te verseker die geld ondersteun ook plaaslike produsente, werk en landelike gemeenskappe.
There is great relief and gratitude in the Northern Cape after a powerful cut-off low brought welcome rain ahead of a predicted super El Niño.From early Monday morning farmers reported rainfall across a wide area - from the Roggeveld Karoo, through Boesmanland and Namaqualand to deep into the Kalahari.
China is not moving away from imported soybeans, it is managing the risk around them more strategically.Domestic production will remain small compared to overall needs, with 2026/27 imports still projected at around 108 million tonnes. Imports remain fundamental despite efforts to boost local output and improve feed efficiency.
Petrol prices in South Africa are heading toward a new record in October, with Central Energy Fund data in mid-September showing a large under-recovery.Petrol 95 shows an under-recovery of R2.29 per litre, which would push the price from R26.92 in September to R29.21 in October, close to the R30 mark, especially if the slate levy is increased.
Between Oct 2025 and early Sept 2026 South Africa imported about 1.8 million tonnes of wheat, with 23% from Poland, 15% from Russia and 14% from Lithuania.The country imports about half its annual wheat consumption, a trend that began in 2003-04 when imports exceeded 1 million tonnes.
South African farmers may get some relief from high fuel costs, inflation and interest rates if Middle East tensions ease, with oil potentially falling to $65-$70 per barrel once flows through the Strait of Hormuz normalize. Lower diesel prices would follow, and eventually fertilizer prices, though gas infrastructure damage will delay that.
South Africa may be on the edge of a technical recession after second quarter GDP shrank by 0.2%, but economists see it as an interruption rather than a freefall.The contraction was linked to an external shock from the US-Iran conflict that began in late February, which pushed fuel prices to record highs, lifted inflation above 4% from May, and led to an interest rate hike.
After two days at Nampo Cape 2026 it is clear that farming has become a data driven efficiency business and finance has to keep up. The focus is no longer just on inputs and outputs, but on how precisely they are measured.
Global table grape trade is hitting new records despite a shift in where grapes are coming from.Rabobank puts 2025/26 exports at 4.95 million tons, up 2% year-on-year, with imports also up 2% to 4.68 million tons. Demand remains solid, with US per capita availability around 9.4 pounds.The growth is no longer driven by traditional producers.
Bread is still a US household staple, but what people buy is changing fast.A new Grain Foods Foundation / Ipsos survey of 1,043 adults found 67% eat about the same amount of bread as last year, so growth is about stealing share, not volume.
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to respond to five demands from US President Donald Trump, communicated by US Ambassador to South Africa Leo Brent Bozell III.Spokesperson Vincent Magwenya confirmed to Daily Maverick that Ramaphosa will reply, without giving a timeline.
In 'n tussentydse aansoek het die hooggeregshof in Johannesburg beslis dat boere as onbetrokke derdes nie die geldigheid van 'n skuldoordrag tussen finansiers kan betwis nie.Regter L.R. Adams het op 28 Augustus 'n aansoek van die wildboerdery Game Breeding Africa en borge Daniel Pont en Johannes Pickard van die hand gewys.
South African farmers may get some relief from high fuel costs, inflation and interest rates if Middle East tensions ease, with oil potentially falling to $65-$70 per barrel once flows through the Strait of Hormuz normalize. Lower diesel prices would follow, and eventually fertilizer prices, though gas infrastructure damage will delay that.
South Africa may be on the edge of a technical recession after second quarter GDP shrank by 0.2%, but economists see it as an interruption rather than a freefall.The contraction was linked to an external shock from the US-Iran conflict that began in late February, which pushed fuel prices to record highs, lifted inflation above 4% from May, and led to an interest rate hike.
After two days at Nampo Cape 2026 it is clear that farming has become a data driven efficiency business and finance has to keep up. The focus is no longer just on inputs and outputs, but on how precisely they are measured.
Global table grape trade is hitting new records despite a shift in where grapes are coming from.Rabobank puts 2025/26 exports at 4.95 million tons, up 2% year-on-year, with imports also up 2% to 4.68 million tons. Demand remains solid, with US per capita availability around 9.4 pounds.The growth is no longer driven by traditional producers.
Bread is still a US household staple, but what people buy is changing fast.A new Grain Foods Foundation / Ipsos survey of 1,043 adults found 67% eat about the same amount of bread as last year, so growth is about stealing share, not volume.
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to respond to five demands from US President Donald Trump, communicated by US Ambassador to South Africa Leo Brent Bozell III.Spokesperson Vincent Magwenya confirmed to Daily Maverick that Ramaphosa will reply, without giving a timeline.
In 'n tussentydse aansoek het die hooggeregshof in Johannesburg beslis dat boere as onbetrokke derdes nie die geldigheid van 'n skuldoordrag tussen finansiers kan betwis nie.Regter L.R. Adams het op 28 Augustus 'n aansoek van die wildboerdery Game Breeding Africa en borge Daniel Pont en Johannes Pickard van die hand gewys.
Weaner calf prices, which have been under pressure especially since 2024, have staged a strong recovery of more than 30% between July 2025 and July 2026, according to Absa Agri's latest trends report.Weaner prices are the most striking recovery in the livestock sector. After hitting a low of R32.51/kg in 2024, they rose to R43.48/kg in the first seven months of 2026, a 32.2% increase this year. Reasons include strong demand for weaners and red meat, lower feed costs thanks to cheaper maize, improved margins, and herd rebuilding - producers are retaining breeding animals which reduces calves for sale and increases competition. Absa forecasts prices could reach around R45.22/kg in 2027.
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South Africa -Weeklikse Landbou Nuusoorsig - Weekly Agriculture News Summary 26 th August 2026
50 Key International Headline News Stories in Agriculture, Farming & Agritech (as of mid-September 2026)
- McKinsey Global Farmer Insights 2026: 17% of world’s farmers now use generative AI for farm tasks — fastest-growing agtech.
- Farmers adopting AI faster than any other technology amid high input costs and squeezed margins.
- USDA September WASDE: US corn production trimmed; global wheat ending stocks raised.
- China on track for strong 2026 grain harvest despite floods, typhoons and drought.
- El Niño strengthens; high risk of drought impacts on Southern Africa, India, Australia and Central America crops.
- CSIRO releases dual-purpose wheat variety bred to survive frost and heat shocks (Australia).
- Deep straw burial sharply cuts maize ear rot and toxin contamination (Chinese study).
- University of Nevada researcher wins federal grant to pair drones with ground robots for precision farming.
- Brazil expected to process record 62.5 million tonnes of soybeans in 2026, boosting soybean oil supply.
- Brazilian soybean oil continues gaining global market share on strong processing capacity and logistics.
- CHS invests $700 million to build major soy crush plant in Wisconsin (US).
- Argentina soybean area set to expand to 17 million hectares for 2026/27.
- Gene-edited soybeans thrive in UK field trial; Corteva eyes home-grown protein future.
- Syngenta and Amoéba seal commercial deal for novel amoeba-derived biofungicide for European cereals.
- Yara bets low-carbon fertiliser can command a premium.
- Nofence launches N3 cattle collar after Europe’s largest agtech funding round of 2025.
- John Deere invests $10 million in Reservoir as agtech incubator turns a profit.
- Tellia raises $5 million to make farm data capture as easy as a phone call.
- OpenAI Foundation invests $60 million to bring AI weather and crop-disease forecasts to 100 million farmers.
- Carbon Robotics launches Carbon Autonomy Ready Program; Great Plains Manufacturing joins as first member.
- Planet Labs records strong revenue growth and major agriculture contracts for satellite imagery and AI analytics.
- Crop monitoring technology projected for 11.5% CAGR as AI and remote sensing transform precision farming.
- FAO Global Conference on Smart Farming highlights Asia-Pacific innovations in nutrient management, sensors and precision systems.
- CGIAR, ICRISAT and ICAR train partners in Ethiopia on agroecology-based natural resources management.
- Advancing resilient agriculture discussions at UNCCD COP17 in Mongolia.
- Japan rice farm closures on track for fourth consecutive record year despite higher prices.
- Philippines seeks palm-oil funding boost to curb import dependence.
- USDA Undersecretary Luke Lindberg appointed to lead United Nations World Food Programme.
- Corn Refiners Association names new CEO.
- Senate Ag Committee resumes farm-bill work as US producers hold Capitol Hill fly-ins.
- World food prices hit highest level since late 2022 on weather and Black Sea risks (FAO).
- Global cereal production forecast to ease from 2025 records amid higher input costs and weather.
- Fertilizer prices rose ~35% in early 2026; markets remain unsettled.
- Strong El Niño probability (very strong peak possible Nov 2026–Jan 2027) raises food-security concerns.
- GEOGLAM and FAO map highest El Niño drought risks for Sahel, Southern Africa, South/Southeast Asia and Central America.
- Brazil widens approved uses for glyphosate and other established pesticides.
- EPA records show Bayer influenced dicamba drift restrictions ahead of 2026 US reapproval.
- UPL expands biological crop-protection lineup as complement to synthetic programmes.
- Bayer and Neste partner to scale winter canola as US biofuel feedstock.
- Scientists identify rice gene linking cold tolerance to nitrogen efficiency (China).
- CAZRI moth-bean varieties show climate resilience during El Niño dry spell (India).
- Microbes offer early window into soil-health gains from regenerative practices.
- Soil-health challenge shifts from measurement to turning data into action.
- Ag machinery innovation focuses on farmer control, not just AI.
- CNH teams with Bourgault to expand access to precision seeding technology.
- AGCO CEO discusses growth strategy and OEM rebound at Farm Progress Show.
- From Mongolia to Ethiopia: international efforts advance climate-resilient and agroecological farming.
- Global South agritech collaborations (China stations, BRICS discussions) boost yields and water savings.
- Open Cosmos raises €300 m to scale European satellite manufacturing and Earth-observation data for precision ag.
- Port operators from Angola, Kenya, Nigeria and Senegal visit US to explore automation, digitalisation and maritime security technologies.
El Niño Report – Current Status as of 16 September 2026Overall Status
El Niño conditions are firmly established and continuing to strengthen across the equatorial Pacific. NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center maintains an El Niño Advisory. The event is already in the very strong category and has a high probability of becoming one of the strongest on record.Key Ocean Indicators (latest available)
- Weekly Niño 3.4 sea-surface temperature (SST) anomaly: approximately +2.9 °C (week of 9 September 2026) — well into very-strong territory.
- Eastern Pacific (Niño 1+2 and Niño 3) anomalies remain exceptionally high (exceeding +3.0 °C to +3.5 °C in places).
- August 2026 NINO.3 anomaly reached a record +3.4 °C (highest August value since at least 1949).
- Subsurface ocean heat content remains elevated, supporting further intensification.
- Atmospheric response is consistent with a mature El Niño (enhanced convection over the central and eastern Pacific, suppressed rainfall over Indonesia, and negative Southern Oscillation Index values).
- Greater than 90 % chance of a very strong El Niño (peak of at least +2.0 °C) during Northern Hemisphere autumn and winter 2026–27.
- Approximately 75 % chance of a historic-strength event (exceeding previous peaks since 1950) during the October–December 2026 season.
- Virtually certain (near 100 %) that El Niño will persist through at least February 2027, with most models indicating continuation into early spring 2027.
- Peak intensity is expected around October–December 2026 / early 2027.
- Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA): El Niño virtually certain (100 %) to continue until boreal winter; peak may approach or match the record +3.6 °C of December 1997.
- World Meteorological Organization (WMO): Near-100 % likelihood that the event will persist through February 2027; describes it as set to become very strong with widespread climate impacts.
- Multiple independent models (GFDL SPEAR, ECMWF SEAS5, etc.) confirm high confidence in a historically strong event.
A very strong El Niño typically increases the risk of:
- Drought and reduced yields in Southern Africa, parts of Australia, India, Southeast Asia, and Central America’s Dry Corridor.
- Wetter conditions and possible flooding in parts of East Africa, southern South America, and the southern United States.
- Elevated global temperatures and heat stress in many regions.
NOAA CPC’s next full ENSO Diagnostics Discussion is scheduled for 8 October 2026.Sources: NOAA Climate Prediction Center (September 2026 ENSO Diagnostic Discussion), Japan Meteorological Agency, World Meteorological Organization, and supporting model ensembles (data current as of 15–16 September 2026).
World Wine News – September 2026
France faces one of its smallest harvests in decades
French wine production is projected at approximately 33.9–34 million hectolitres for 2026 — down 6% from 2025 and 17% below the five-year average. This would rank among the lowest outputs in the past 30 years (and potentially the weakest since 1957 in some estimates). Extreme summer heatwaves and drought caused widespread vine stress, premature ripening, and reduced yields. Champagne has been hit hardest, with output expected to fall nearly 50% year-on-year (around 47–49% below the five-year average). Burgundy-Beaujolais is down roughly one-third, while Languedoc-Roussillon shows a modest rebound and Bordeaux a partial recovery thanks to late-August rain. Harvests began unusually early across most regions.Champagne vintage quality high despite volume collapse
Although yields are sharply lower, many producers describe 2026 as a potential classic or “very great” vintage with excellent fruit concentration. Record heat pushed potential alcohol levels higher than usual, prompting a temporary rule change allowing up to 15% alcohol (including after enrichment) for the 2026 harvest. Some houses report intense, fruit-forward base wines. The shortage is creating opportunities for alternative sparkling wines, including South African Cap Classique.Italian exports continue to struggle
Italian wine exports fell 6.2% in value (to €3.6 billion) and about 4% in volume in the first half of 2026. Nine of the top ten markets declined, with notable drops in the United States, Germany and the UK; Russia was a rare bright spot. High inventory levels and ongoing consumption weakness remain challenges.Other regional notes
Global wine consumption remains under pressure from health trends, changing habits and economic factors. Producers face the dual challenge of climate-driven yield volatility and the need to adapt styles, alcohol levels and marketing. Early and high-quality harvests in some areas contrast with severe volume losses in classic European regions, setting up a complex supply picture for the coming seasons.Sources include official French Agriculture Ministry estimates, Comité Champagne statements, Italian Wine Union data, Wine-Searcher, Liv-ex and industry reports current as of mid-September 2026.
French wine production is projected at approximately 33.9–34 million hectolitres for 2026 — down 6% from 2025 and 17% below the five-year average. This would rank among the lowest outputs in the past 30 years (and potentially the weakest since 1957 in some estimates). Extreme summer heatwaves and drought caused widespread vine stress, premature ripening, and reduced yields. Champagne has been hit hardest, with output expected to fall nearly 50% year-on-year (around 47–49% below the five-year average). Burgundy-Beaujolais is down roughly one-third, while Languedoc-Roussillon shows a modest rebound and Bordeaux a partial recovery thanks to late-August rain. Harvests began unusually early across most regions.Champagne vintage quality high despite volume collapse
Although yields are sharply lower, many producers describe 2026 as a potential classic or “very great” vintage with excellent fruit concentration. Record heat pushed potential alcohol levels higher than usual, prompting a temporary rule change allowing up to 15% alcohol (including after enrichment) for the 2026 harvest. Some houses report intense, fruit-forward base wines. The shortage is creating opportunities for alternative sparkling wines, including South African Cap Classique.Italian exports continue to struggle
Italian wine exports fell 6.2% in value (to €3.6 billion) and about 4% in volume in the first half of 2026. Nine of the top ten markets declined, with notable drops in the United States, Germany and the UK; Russia was a rare bright spot. High inventory levels and ongoing consumption weakness remain challenges.Other regional notes
- Spain and broader European vineyards also reported heat-related stress and earlier harvests.
- Napa Valley and other California regions continue to focus on quality Cabernet and recovery efforts after previous fire damage.
- Chilean producers are pushing fine-wine ambitions, while Portuguese growers experiment with night harvesting to combat heat.
- Roussillon appellations in southern France are developing long-term plans to secure their future.
- European buyers have stepped up purchases of fine wine following reduced US demand linked to earlier tariff pressures.
Global wine consumption remains under pressure from health trends, changing habits and economic factors. Producers face the dual challenge of climate-driven yield volatility and the need to adapt styles, alcohol levels and marketing. Early and high-quality harvests in some areas contrast with severe volume losses in classic European regions, setting up a complex supply picture for the coming seasons.Sources include official French Agriculture Ministry estimates, Comité Champagne statements, Italian Wine Union data, Wine-Searcher, Liv-ex and industry reports current as of mid-September 2026.
South Africa Weather Forecast & Agricultural Outlook – around 16 September 2026
Current weather (mid-September 2026)
Around 15–16 September the country is experiencing typical early-spring conditions with regional variation. Gauteng and the Highveld are seeing mostly clear to partly cloudy skies, mild to warm daytime temperatures (highs generally in the low- to mid-20s °C, rising toward the upper 20s in places), and cool nights. A few scattered showers or thunderstorms are possible later in the week in parts of the interior and east. The Western Cape remains cooler, with morning fog or low cloud in places, moderate to fresh south-easterly winds along the coast, and generally dry conditions. Coastal KwaZulu-Natal and parts of the Eastern Cape have higher chances of rain or drizzle. Overall, fire danger remains elevated in drier western and central areas during windy periods.Seasonal climate context
The South African Weather Service continues to highlight a strengthening El Niño, with high confidence that it will become very strong and persist through the 2026/27 summer. The most likely outcome for October–December (and into early 2027) is below-normal rainfall and above-normal temperatures over most of the summer rainfall region, especially the central and north-eastern interior. Eastern coastal areas may still see more favourable early-summer rainfall, but the overall risk of drier, hotter conditions is elevated.Agricultural outlook
- Summer grains (maize, soybeans, sunflower): The 2025/26 season is closing with a near-record commercial maize crop (estimates around 17.3–17.4 million tonnes) and healthy carry-over stocks. Deliveries have been running late but quality is good. Planting for 2026/27 is expected to begin from mid-October in the eastern production areas. Favourable residual soil moisture from the previous long rainy season, plus high national dam levels (around 95% on average in August, with Free State and North West near or above 100%), provide a strong starting buffer. However, the developing El Niño raises the risk of yield reductions later in the season if dry spells and heat coincide with critical growth stages.
- Winter grains (wheat): The 2026 wheat crop in the Western Cape (especially the Swartland) has been severely affected by the dry June–August period. Significant yield losses have already been reported, and the national planted area is among the lowest in decades. Harvest is under way or imminent in many areas.
- Broader sector: High dam storage and improved soil-moisture reserves mean the industry is better positioned than during the 2015/16 drought. Input-cost pressures (fertiliser and fuel) remain elevated. Farmers are being advised to prioritise climate-smart practices, water conservation and careful monitoring of rainfall and soil moisture ahead of the main summer planting window.
Mid-September 2026 marks a transition period: the previous season’s strong summer-grain harvest is being finalised, winter wheat is under drought stress in the Cape, and the new summer season approaches with good early moisture but rising concern over a potentially severe El Niño-driven dry spell from late spring onward.
Fertiliser Prices in South Africa – around mid-September 2026
Exact weekly retail or farm-gate quotes for 16 September 2026 are not published in real time in open sources. The most recent detailed local averages come from Grain SA’s Input Monitoring Report (July 2026 data), with later movement influenced by international markets and the rand.Latest available local average prices (July 2026, R/tonne)
Local prices generally lag international movements by 4–6 weeks. In mid-2026, nitrogen products (urea and LAN) eased after earlier spikes linked to Middle East supply concerns, while phosphates remained elevated due to sulphur and ammonia costs plus Chinese export restrictions. Overall, fertiliser costs in 2026 have been significantly higher than the previous year (often 40–90%+ depending on the product).By early September, international urea and some other products showed further softening in some benchmarks, but South African import parity and local stock levels determine the final farm price. Geopolitical shipping and energy costs, the rand exchange rate, and pre-planting demand for the 2026/27 summer season continue to influence quotations.Recommendation
For the most accurate current prices, contact major suppliers (e.g. Omnia, Sasol, Foskor, or local cooperatives/Agrimark outlets) or refer to the latest Grain SA Chemical and Fertilizer Report (August 2026 edition was issued around 17 August). Prices can differ meaningfully by province and delivery terms.
- Urea (46%): approximately R17 500 (down ~6.5% month-on-month from June levels; still substantially higher year-on-year).
- LAN (28%): approximately R19 125 (stable month-on-month).
- MAP: approximately R22 740 (up sharply month-on-month as earlier international phosphate and sulphur costs filtered through).
- Potassium chloride / MOP (granular): approximately R10 800 (down ~17% month-on-month).
Local prices generally lag international movements by 4–6 weeks. In mid-2026, nitrogen products (urea and LAN) eased after earlier spikes linked to Middle East supply concerns, while phosphates remained elevated due to sulphur and ammonia costs plus Chinese export restrictions. Overall, fertiliser costs in 2026 have been significantly higher than the previous year (often 40–90%+ depending on the product).By early September, international urea and some other products showed further softening in some benchmarks, but South African import parity and local stock levels determine the final farm price. Geopolitical shipping and energy costs, the rand exchange rate, and pre-planting demand for the 2026/27 summer season continue to influence quotations.Recommendation
For the most accurate current prices, contact major suppliers (e.g. Omnia, Sasol, Foskor, or local cooperatives/Agrimark outlets) or refer to the latest Grain SA Chemical and Fertilizer Report (August 2026 edition was issued around 17 August). Prices can differ meaningfully by province and delivery terms.
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
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White maize |
R 4 000,00 |
per Ton |
2026-09-15 |
-0.62 % |
R 4 025,00 |
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Yellow maize |
R 3 990,00 |
per Ton |
2026-09-15 |
-0.60 % |
R 4 014,00 |
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Soybeans |
R 8 835,00 |
per Ton |
2026-09-15 |
1.49 % |
R 8 705,00 |
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Sunflower seed |
R 10 290,00 |
per Ton |
2026-09-15 |
1.62 % |
R 10 126,00 |
||
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Wheat |
R 6 110,00 |
per Ton |
2026-09-15 |
-0.49 % |
R 6 140,00 |
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Sorghum (IPP) |
R 5 684,00 |
per Ton |
2026-09-11 |
4.68 % |
R 5 430,00 |
||
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Groundnuts (IPP Randfontein)) |
R 21 861,00 |
per Ton |
2026-09-11 |
-0.70 % |
R 22 015,00 |
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Cotton (IPP) |
R 12 111,00 |
per Ton |
2026-09-11 |
0.00 % |
R 12 111,00 |
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Soy Meal (US derived price) |
R 11 371,00 |
per Ton |
2026-09-11 |
0.93 % |
R 11 266,00 |
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Chop |
R 3 350,00 |
per Ton |
2026-09-11 |
0.00 % |
R 3 350,00 |
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Lusern (Grade 1) |
R 3 900,00 |
per Ton |
2026-09-11 |
2.63 % |
R 3 800,00 |
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
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Bananas |
R 12,47 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
4.88 % |
R 11,89 |
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Apples |
R 9,93 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
1.12 % |
R 9,82 |
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|
Oranges |
R 2,43 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
2.10 % |
R 2,38 |
||
|
Avocados |
R 16,63 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
0.18 % |
R 16,60 |
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|
Grapes |
R 51,47 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-11.09 % |
R 57,89 |
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|
Mangos |
R 59,73 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
16.27 % |
R 51,37 |
||
|
Pears |
R 9,26 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
1.54 % |
R 9,12 |
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|
Pineapples |
R 8,47 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
0.47 % |
R 8,43 |
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|
Peaches |
R 53,86 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
69.21 % |
R 31,83 |
||
|
Lemons |
R 4,06 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
5.18 % |
R 3,86 |
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|
Nectarines |
R 32,65 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-23.12 % |
R 42,47 |
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|
Naartjies (Mandarins) |
R 6,11 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
4.44 % |
R 5,85 |
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|
Blueberries |
R 74,85 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
5.41 % |
R 71,01 |
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|
Grapefruits |
R 6,10 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
14.66 % |
R 5,32 |
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
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Potatoes |
R 65,93 |
per 10Kg |
2026-09-11 |
4.85 % |
R 62,88 |
||||
|
Tomatoes |
R 7,20 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
14.83 % |
R 6,27 |
||||
|
Carrots |
R 4,95 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
2.91 % |
R 4,81 |
||||
|
Onions |
R 154,70 |
per 10Kg |
2026-09-11 |
26.88 % |
R 121,93 |
||||
|
Cabbage |
R 2,64 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-11.71 % |
R 2,99 |
||||
|
Garlic |
R 90,98 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
1.13 % |
R 89,96 |
||||
|
Spinach |
R 3,19 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-3.33 % |
R 3,30 |
||||
|
Sweet Potatoes |
R 3,90 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-9.30 % |
R 4,30 |
||||
|
Peppers |
R 17,45 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-9.91 % |
R 19,37 |
||||
|
Chillies |
R 9,49 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
25.53 % |
R 7,56 |
||||
|
Pumpkins |
R 3,49 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-0.29 % |
R 3,50 |
||||
|
Mushrooms |
R 80,64 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-5.76 % |
R 85,57 |
||||
|
Butternuts |
R 6,38 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-6.45 % |
R 6,82 |
||||
|
Green beans |
R 20,89 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
17.43 % |
R 17,79 |
||||
|
Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
||||
|
Sheep A2/3 |
R 104,11 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-0.02 % |
R 104,13 |
||||
|
Feeder Lamb (Dual Purpose) |
R 56,99 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
4.03 % |
R 54,78 |
||||
|
Sheep AB2/3 |
R 90,43 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
1.23 % |
R 89,33 |
||||
|
Sheep B2/3 |
R 81,57 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
0.43 % |
R 81,22 |
||||
|
Sheep C2/3 |
R 79,29 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
0.88 % |
R 78,60 |
||||
|
Wool 20 micron - Non RWS |
R 243,00 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
0.83 % |
R 241,00 |
||||
|
Wool 20 micron - RWS |
R 262,00 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-0.76 % |
R 264,00 |
||||
|
Mohair - Ave Non RWS |
R 376,35 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-10.18 % |
R 419,00 |
||||
|
Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
||||
|
Beef A2/3 |
R 63,94 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-1.48 % |
R 64,90 |
||||
|
Weaners (200-250kg) |
R 46,92 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-1.20 % |
R 47,49 |
||||
|
Beef AB2/3 |
R 62,07 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-0.11 % |
R 62,14 |
||||
|
Beef B2/3 |
R 57,58 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-0.23 % |
R 57,71 |
||||
|
Beef C2/3 |
R 55,93 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
1.91 % |
R 54,88 |
||||
|
Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
||||
|
Kids (under 30kg) |
R 61,30 |
per kg |
2026-09-11 |
-9.92 % |
R 68,05 |
||||
|
Medium (30-40kg) |
R 51,06 |
per kg |
2026-09-11 |
-12.88 % |
R 58,61 |
||||
|
Large (above 40kg) |
R 27,02 |
per kg |
2026-09-11 |
-38.59 % |
R 44,00 |
||||
|
Ewes (Goats) |
R 48,66 |
per kg |
2026-09-11 |
-0.37 % |
R 48,84 |
||||
|
Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
||||
|
Poultry Frozen |
R 31,44 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-2.36 % |
R 32,20 |
||||
|
Poultry fresh |
R 34,43 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-1.35 % |
R 34,90 |
||||
|
Poultry IQF |
R 30,88 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
-1.50 % |
R 31,35 |
||||
|
Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
||||
|
Pork Porkers |
R 29,87 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
0.81 % |
R 29,63 |
||||
|
Pork Baconers |
R 29,20 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
1.11 % |
R 28,88 |
||||
|
Pork Sausage |
R 23,55 |
per Kg |
2026-09-11 |
2.08 % |
R 23,07 |
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