Why agri tech is important in farming today
South Africa’s agriculture is currently faced with an array of challenges ranging from the high cost of production as inputs costs are high, lower output prices for many horticultural commodities,…
Diesel rebate policy ‘too selective’, ignores broader food industry value chain – Fasa
According to the Franchise Association of South Africa, the temporary extension of the diesel fuel levy refund to food manufacturers in a bid to limit the impact of the energy…
Price hikes on basic food items ‘unjustified’ – Competition Commission
The Competition Commission has accused food producers and retailers of subjecting South African consumers to unjustified food price increases over a two-year period. According to the Commission’s latest Essential Food Pricing…
ESG in agriculture – why it needs to work
Agribusinesses can maximise opportunities, including creating significant revenue generation to complement the sector’s existing sources of revenue, and promote resilience by adopting ESG strategies. While some businesses in the agricultural…