Vegetables
Stay updated on African vegetable farming. Learn about sustainable techniques and market trends. Vegetable farming in Africa plays a crucial role in food security, nutrition, and economic development. It involves growing a variety of crops. The industry is driven by both domestic demand and export opportunities, with South Africa exporting vegetables to regions like Europe, the UK, and the Middle East.
WATCH | Farmer’s diary: What cucumber farmer Kobela Mokgohloa is doing at the moment
As the seasons change, cucumber farmer Kobela Mokgohloa of Korema Farms in Gauteng takes us behind the scenes on the...
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International Day of Potato: Innovation secures the future of potato farming in South Africa
On the United Nations International Day of Potato, South Africa's potato sector has much to celebrate — and much to...
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Johannesburg protests could hit fresh produce | AMT Fresh Produce Outlook
This week’s AMT Fresh Produce Market Report by Dr Johann van der Merwe, Director of AMT.
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Consumers under pressure… veg prices drop | AMT Fresh Produce Outlook
This week’s AMT Fresh Produce Market Report by Dr Johann van der Merwe, Director of AMT.
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Rain shakes veg prices… will they drop this week? | AMT Fresh Produce Outlook
This week’s AMT Fresh Produce Market Report by Dr Johann van der Merwe, Director of AMT.
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Vegetables up due to rain, but fruit prices down | Fresh Produce Market Report
This week’s AMT Fresh Produce Market Report by Dr Johann van der Merwe, Director of AMT.
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Massive pumpkin crowned winner – and provided food for the needy
Wykus Lamprecht with his hefty 653kg pumpkin. Photo: SuppliedWykus Lamprecht of Meyerton dominated South Africa's 22nd annual Goliat van Gat...
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Lessons from last year’s cabbage price crash that affected small-scale farmers
Last year, the government had a good idea to help farmers with inputs. They wanted to assist small-scale farmers by...
Read moreDetailsAMT Fresh Produce Outlook | Markets took a knock – but is a bounce-back coming?
This week’s AMT Fresh Produce Market Report by Dr Johann van der Merwe, Director of AMT.
Read moreDetailsAMT Fresh Produce Outlook | Prices dropping fast?
This week’s AMT Fresh Produce Market Report by Dr Johann van der Merwe, Director of AMT.
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Established in 2020, African Farming aims to support black commercial farming in South Africa by providing informative and inspiring content and creating communication and education channels to help farmers develop and grow. Its initiatives include African Farming information days and workshops, which empower farmers – whether new or experienced – to build profitable and sustainable farming enterprises.