Fruit
Fruit farming in Africa is a thriving industry that supports food security, economic growth, and export markets. The continent produces a wide variety of fruits, including citrus, mangoes, bananas, avocados, berries, and apples, with different regions specializing in specific crops based on climate conditions
Citrus growers sound alarm over US tariff on exports
This week, South African growers will begin packing the first citrus fruit destined for the US market. And, from Wednesday,...
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New avocado cultivar shows strong potential
A new avocado cultivar will offer farmers a longer harvest period, along with the potential to stabilise their income and...
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Chinese consumers eager for South African avos
With its unique combination of shorter transport times, high quality, and a strategic export window, South Africa holds a promising...
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Limpopo government working to resuscitate the failed Zebediela Citrus Estate
Efforts are under way to resuscitate Zebediela Citrus Estate in Limpopo, which was declared bankrupt seven months ago.
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New record for SA agricultural exports
In 2024, despite poor grain and oilseed harvests, South Africa’s agricultural exports set a new record of $13.7 billion (about R253 billion).
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Managing avos and nuts in waterlogged orchards
By Jasper Raats After the generous rainfall over the past week across Limpopo and Mpumalanga’s Lowveld and parts of KwaZulu-Natal,...
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Seed inoculation very profitable
Inoculation, the process of applying beneficial bacteria to seeds before planting, can improve crop yields and save costs on fertiliser.
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Matsamo, a CPA looking beyond agriculture
The Matsamo Community Property owns various farms covering just over 14 000 hectares within the Nkomazi Local Municipality in Mpumalanga...
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Botswana lifts ban on imports of grains from SA
Botswana lifted its short-term ban on the import of certain South African grains and grasses on Friday, 24 January. The...
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Commission: Consumers paying too high prices for fruit and veg
The Competition Commission has found that supermarkets place excessively high profit margins on specific fruits and vegetables.
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