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Tractor sales increased for the second consecutive month, up 21% year-on-year in February 2025 (File photo)
AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT SALES

Dip in tractor sales reflects past challenges, but SA’s agricultural outlook remains optimistic

Tractor sales dropped 24% in November 2024, reflecting financial pressures and past drought impacts, but analysts remain optimistic about the 2024-25 farming season

  • Wandile Sihlobo
3 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