VIEWPOINT- The Future of Macadamia Production in South Africa in Light of China’s Growing Output
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South Africa has solidified its position as the world’s leading producer of macadamia nuts, with production growing at an average annual rate of 9% since 2010, driven by expanded planting areas, maturing orchards, and favorable weather conditions.
The Future of Agrichemical Companies in South Africa Amid Growing Concerns Over Pesticide Side Effects
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South Africa, the largest user of pesticides in sub-Saharan Africa, stands at a crossroads as agrichemical companies face mounting scrutiny over the environmental, health, and economic impacts of their products.
WEEKEND VIEWPOINT -Concerns Over South African Farmers, Food Security, and Political Challenges
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South African farmers are critical to national food security, producing surplus food that supports both domestic needs and significant exports to less food-secure African countries.
VIEWPOINT- Finding Low-Methane Cattle in a World Blaming Livestock for Climate Change
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As global attention intensifies on greenhouse gas emissions, cattle have been increasingly singled out as a major contributor to climate change due to their methane production.
VIEWPOINT -Plant Protein “Meat” Approved — What It Means for Real Meat Farmers
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The South African Department of Agriculture has officially approved plant-based proteins marketed as meat alternatives.
WEEKEND- VIEWPOINT -South African Farmers Must Unite to Protect Their Industry and Food Security
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South African farmers, the backbone of the nation’s food security, face growing challenges that demand unity and proactive resistance against external interference in their industry.
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- Cherry markets across the Northern Hemisphere are experiencing varied conditions as harvests progress. Good growing conditions in many regions have led to larger crops and increased supply, putting downward pressure on prices in several European markets.
- In a significant policy shift aimed at protecting food security and farmers’ livelihoods, South Africa’s Department of Agriculture has officially revised its bird flu strategy to allow the use of vaccines.The decision follows a formal objection by the South African Poultry Association (SAPA) highlighting the lack of practical alternatives.
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