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Chief economist at the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa.
Kenya faces a severe maize shortage due to drought, with a projected need to import around 2 million tonnes to meet its annual requirements. The country’s ban on genetically modified maize imports prevents it from accessing surplus white…
The recent news that SA’s citrus will now have even wider access to the Indian market is a welcome development.
SA’s agriculture is starting the second half of the year with profound uncertainty about the path ahead.
The season’s crop was planted in October 2025 and is currently being harvested.
The mood among South African farmers and agribusinesses remains downbeat, writes Wandile Sihlobo.
In an export-oriented sector, efficient logistics — ports, rails and roads — are everything.
The year is shaping up to be another period of mixed fortunes for South Africa’s agriculture, writes Wandile Sihlobo.
From an annual perspective, the FAO Food Price Index is 2% higher than a year ago, reflecting fears about the uncertain path ahead.
The SA Agricultural Machinery Association recently released its monthly agricultural machinery sales report for March 2026, writes Wandile Sihlobo.
