South Africa: High Costs and Cheap Imports Threaten Local Sugar Farmers

High fuel prices make fertiliser and diesel too expensive for thousands of small farmers in South Africa to grow crops. The South African sugar industry is losing money because… Read more »

South Africa: Diesel and Fertiliser Costs Squeeze South African Grain Farmers

Grain SA warns diesel prices could rise by more than R8 per litre in the next fuel price adjustment, hitting farmers, consumers and transport operators. Fertiliser makes up… Read more »

South Africa: Middle East Conflict Leaves South African Farmers Counting the Cost

The Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry says some Cape Town shipments to the Middle East are on hold indefinitely. Fruit body Hortgro says 675,000 cartons of stone fruit and… Read more »

South Africa: Fishers Tell Human Rights Body They Go Hungry Despite Living Next to the Sea

The Green Connection told the commission's food systems hearing that small-scale fishers face hunger, lost income and rising debt. Fishers from Port Nolloth, Doring Baai,… Read more »

South Africa: South Africans Send Feed Worth R1 Million to Fire-Hit Farms

Fires destroyed 15,000 hectares in KouKamma and Kouga. Farmers lost homes and grazing land. Cattle had no grass and starved. Read more »

South Africa: Farmers Warn Foot and Mouth Disease Is Out of Control

Foot and mouth disease has spread to seven provinces leaving farmers struggling with losses rising food prices and export bans. Farmers say government delays and vaccine… Read more »

South Africa: Limpopo Farmers Call for More Support From Joburg Market

Limpopo farmers told Joburg Market at the Agri 5 Expo they need more direct visits, clear updates and support in their own communities. Read more »

South Africa: Farmers 'Scared' as Foot and Mouth Disease Spreads Faster Than Vaccines

Foot and mouth disease outbreaks are spreading faster than vaccinations can keep up with farmers scared of losing everything. South Africa recorded 270 outbreaks across five… Read more »

South Africa: New Market Agent Opens Doors for Small Farmers

Neony Market Agents has joined Joburg Market to connect small-scale farmers with formal produce buyers and financial help. The agency signed a three-year mentorship deal with… Read more »

South Africa: U.S. Tariffs Pose Significant Threat to South African Agriculture

The recent imposition of 30 percent tariffs on South African products by the United States has raised concerns among farmers and analysts about the potential impact on the… Read more »