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As South African farmers prepare for the 2026/27 summer grain season, geopolitical tensions have once again emerged as a major source of uncertainty.

In this episode of AgriView, Wandile Sihlobo explains how renewed conflict in the Middle East could affect fertiliser and fuel prices, disrupt global supply chains, and place additional pressure on farm profitabili...


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What initially appeared to be an innocent attempt to sell oat seed to other farmers on social media turned out to be a major infringement of several intellectual property (IP) rights, according to the South African National Seed Organization (SANSOR) and KISCH IP.

In a joint news release issued on 28 July, SANSOR and KISCH IP said a bootlegging operation unlawfu...


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From the shebeens of Soweto to the fine dining establishments of Sandton, the wines of the Breede River Valley need no introduction. Whether it is the iconic and budget-friendly Four Cousins range or the premium offerings from Van Loveren, Springfield or Goedverwacht (to name the producers I managed to visit on a short one-day reconnaissance towards the end of June), the regi...


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Once again, truly inspiring entries from across the country were received, each reflecting a story of resilience, leadership, and innovation in the sector.

After a rigorous evaluation process, five finalists were invited to a prestigious gala event at Villa Arcadia on the Hollard campus in Parktown, Johannesburg.

During the event, the finalists had a final oppor...


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Coenie Scheepers, managing director of Ambrosia Citrus Estate and Majeje Blueberries, says the switch from 2,3ℓ/h drippers to 0,7ℓ/h drippers has been key to achieving efficient resource use and maintaining long-term profitability at Ambrosia.

“We now use low-flow drip irrigation in all our orchards, but it all started with the lemon development. It’s been a jou...


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