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1.8KMarket SynopsisGlobal meat inflation surged to a 25-month high of 7.5% y/y in October 2024
South Africa’s inflation has remained downbeat so far in 2024 Average livestock prices continue to trend sideways as seasonal demand conditions remain...
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1.3KFeaturedFirst cohort of young farmers graduate from NARYSEC program
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) and the National Department of Agriculture, Land Reform, and Rural Development (DALRRD)...
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963CareersSaai and Landworks launch 100 new job opportunities in Ireland for SA agricultural students
In a groundbreaking collaboration, the Southern African Agri Initiative (Saai) has partnered with Landworks, a dedicated recruitment platform for the agricultural sector,...
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1.9KFeaturedMEC extends support to farmer who lost 53 cattle due to lightning
On Sunday, North West farmer Christopher Maema reported that he suffered an estimated loss of over R1 million after 53 of his Bonsmara cattle were...
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1.2KAgricultureNorth West Department of Agriculture Unveils Women-Led Structure
North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has taken a significant step towards empowering women in agriculture with the launch of...
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1.5KAgricultureKZN MEC calls for youth participation in Agriculture
Ensuing from the Provincial Planting Season led by KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli launched in uMsinga last month, KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Agriculture and...
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1.6KMarket Synopsis
A wobbly start to 2024/25 rainfall season, but outlook is still positive
Our focus currently is on developments on the weather front as grain and oilseed farmers look forward to a promising season following...
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1.2KAgricultureWeed control essential for optimal maize yields: Here’s some tips for managing weeds in maize farms
Weed management in maize farms is important for maximizing crop yield and quality. The first crucial period for weed control is from...
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661ScienceUP researcher advances fruit fly management through innovative study
According to Citrus Growers Association, some South African fruit industries spend more than R300 million a year to combat fruit flies. The...
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1.6KAfrica TalkUNICA: A heat, drought tolerant potato that can be grown on lowlands and highlands
There are various types of potatoes grown all over the world. Amongst them, is a particular reddish variety called UNICA, growing in...