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What Zimbabwe’s maize import ban means for SA farmers and exporters
But the country may not keep the ban for long, because a shortfall of about 700,000 is expected later in the season
Why is SA importing yellow maize at a time of abundant domestic harvest?
It is probably opportunistic trade for livestock feed
US protectionist turn: Why Trump’s trade policies will backfire
American consumers and workers will feel the pain induced by the tariffs imposed on countries around the world
Trump’s tariffs fuel economic pain for US consumers, businesses and farmers
For an agricultural sector that depends on international markets, short-term protectionist measures offer little benefit and erode long-term competitiveness
China presents enormous opportunity for South Africa’s agriculture sector
China accounts for 11% of all global agricultural imports but South Africa made up only 0.4% of Chinese imports in 2023
South Africa’s balancing act: Diplomacy and strategy
South Africa is presented with opportunities and problems created by the Musk-Trump regime
All you need to know about Sars’ increase on customs duties for online clothing orders
The adjustments will affect consumers and the South African fashion industry
International conditions are driving up local olive oil prices
South Africa imports more than 60% of its olive oil supplies from Europe where climate conditions are worsening
Citrus clash: South Africa takes on the EU’s tough new export rules
The European Union has set out new regulations for citrus exports that will hurt South African citrus growers
South Africa’s trade balance is thinning and in need of urgent resolve
The country must explore various possibilities in order to remain a net exporter
Egg and poultry meat supply is steadily increasing after bird flu outbreak, says agriculture department
South Africa has been importing eggs and poultry meat to ease shortages
Is South Africa’s agricultural trade surplus beginning to flower?
The widening trade surplus is mainly a result of a notable decline in import value, not necessarily a growth in exports
South Africa needs to free up flow of imports and exports to improve trade activity
The country must focus on increasing the use of existing production capacity and subsidising new and emerging industries
Zimbabwe on the verge of famine and malnutrition occurs throughout the country
Zimbabwe, once regarded as the breadbasket of Southern Africa exporting agricultural produce to the region and beyond, is on the verge of famine and chronic malnutrition is…
Zimbabwe on the verge of famine and malnutrition occurs throughout the country
Sixty percent of of Zimbabweans face acute food insecurity — about 5.5 million in rural areas and 2.2 million in urban areas