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1.1KMarket SynopsisAnnual fruit, vegetables inflation accelerated faster in May 2024
Headline inflation for May 2024 came in steady at 5.2% year-over-year (y/y) and was in line with market expectations. Monthly, headline decelerated...
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748Market SynopsisNo respite for coffee lovers as higher global prices stoke local inflation
South Africa’s consumer continued to breathe a sigh of relief as headline inflation steadied to 5.2% Year over Year (y/y) in May...
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1.2KPoliciesReport: Insights into Market Features that Impede Competition in SA’s R53 billion Fresh Produce Industry
Although the size of the market is relatively big, the share of black -owned farms or market agents, or even small-scale farmers...
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1.9KOpinion PieceThe Rise of Electric Tractors: What Farmers Need to Know
The first gasoline powered tractor was created in 1892, by John Froelich. Henry Ford followed with mass produced and lightweight tractor to...
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1.4KOpinion PieceBridging access to information gap between young entrepreneurs and economic development agencies
Access to information is undoubtedly the cornerstone of any developing economy. Inevitably, the Competition Commission has placed high on its advocacy agenda,...
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1.1KMarket Synopsis
Weaner calf prices weaken on subdued seasonal demand
Winter is here and cold seasonal conditions have started to curtail demand and prices in the livestock market. The live market has...
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1.7KBreaking NewsMinister Thoko Didiza leaves agriculture
Minister Thoko Didiza’s tenure as the minister of the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) has effectively come to...
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1.1KAfrica TalkBlack Soldier Fly: Solution to organic waste challenge, fertilizer & animal feed
In early 2023, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire’s bustling metropolis, found itself at a critical juncture. The city, home to six million souls and...
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1.4KAgricultureJoy as women in agriculture win awards
There was jubilation at the Women Entrepreneur Awards (WEA) hosted to recognise efforts made by women in the agriculture sector in the...
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900AgricultureMinister urges citizens to minimise marine pollution
Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment Minister, Barbara Creecy has urged citizens to play their part in minimising marine pollution by adopting sustainable...