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The ban comes on the back of improved domestic production in Zimbabwe. Photo: File
AGRICULTURAL FORECAST

Reasons for optimism about farm harvest prospects In South Africa

Estimates for maize and oilseeds are up, boosting predictions of a recovery year in agriculture

  • Wandile Sihlobo
4 min read
When viewed annually, the white maize harvest is down 26%, with yellow maize down 10% from the 2022-23 season. File photo
2023 24 SUMMER GRAINS

Agricultural outlook: What to expect for South Africa’s maize and oilseed market

White maize prices are likely to be 30% higher, with yellow maize up by 20%

  • Wandile Sihlobo
4 min read