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  • VIEWPOINT- The Decline of South Africa’s Small Towns.

    South Africa’s countryside, once vibrant with bustling small towns, is in a state of alarming decay, largely attributed to mismanagement by incompetent African National Congress (ANC)-led municipal workers.

  • VIEWPOINT-Transforming South African Agriculture: A Practical Journey from Emerging to Commercial Farming

    South Africa’s agricultural sector stands at a critical juncture, where transformation is not just an aspirational concept but a tangible process requiring clear, actionable steps.
  • VIEWPOINT-AI in Precision Farming and Sustainable Agriculture Practices

    The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into precision farming is transforming agriculture, offering tools to enhance efficiency while aligning with sustainable agriculture practices.
  • VIEWPOINT- The immense challenges faced by farmers and their families and their HEALTH

    Theimmensechallengesfacedbyfarmersandtheirfamilies,particularlyinruralareas,andraisesimportantpointsabouttheirhealth,stress,andaccesstocare- 
  • VIEWPOINT- The South African government must carefully control the water out of the overflow dams.

    AsrecentheavyrainspushkeyreservoirsliketheVaalDamto105%capacityandtheBloemhofDamto99%,agriculturalstakeholdersareissuingastarkwarningtotheDepartmentofWaterandSanitation(DWS):controlledwaterreleasesfromoverflowingdamsmustprioritizeprecisionandfarmerinputtoavertthecatastrophiclossesinflictedonruralcommunitiesearlierthisyear.
  • VIEWPOINT-The Impact of Fuel Prices on Food Costs in South Africa

    In South Africa, economists have frequently pointed to fuel prices as a key driver of rising food costs, particularly during periods when fuel was significantly more expensive.
  • VIEWPOINT-South Africa shifts to new markets as U.S. tariffs hit

    South Africa’s farming sector is feeling the pinch after the U.S. introduced a 30% tariff on agricultural exports in August 2025.
  • VIEWPOINT- Your 9-to-5: AI, Robots, and the Future of Farming by 2035

    If you’re clocking a 9-to-5 job, it’s time to rethink your career trajectory.
  • VIEWPOINT-South Africa's Agricultural Trade Boom: Global Exports Surge Amid High Domestic Food Costs and Quality Concerns

    South Africa's agricultural sector is riding high on the global stage, with exports reaching a record US$13.7 billion in 2024—a 3% increase year-on-year—fueled by strong performances in citrus, grapes, maize, apples, pears, wine, nuts, fruit juices, sugar, berries, dates, pineapples, avocados, wool, apricots, peaches, cider, and beef.
  • VIEWPOINT- Claims of Land Taken at Zero Payment in South Africa

    The issue of land expropriation without compensation in South Africa has sparked heated debate, particularly with the 2019 seizure of a 34-hectare property, Portion 406 of Driefontein Farm in Ekurhuleni, valued by owners at R30 million (some estimates reach R64 million).
  • VIEWPOINT-THE NEXT GREAT EFFICIENCY: HUMAN POTENTIAL, AUGMENTED- AI

    For the past year the debate around artificial intelligence has been framed in terms of jobs lost and industries disrupted.

  • VIEWPOINT-South Africa’s Water Control Measures: A Threat to Food Security?

    South Africa, one of the world’s driest nations, faces a looming challenge as the government considers stricter water usage controls, which could jeopardize food security.
  • VIEWPOINT-Can South Africa’s Manufacturing Potential Thrive Under BEE Laws

    South Africa’s manufacturing sector holds immense potential, boasting world-class infrastructure, innovation, and a robust industrial base capable of producing a wide array of goods, from consumer products to advanced technologies.

  • VIEWPOINT- South Africa’s Big Climate Plan

    South Africa has just handed in its homework to the United Nations — and it’s aR3.7-trillion to-do list.
  • VIEWPOINT- The Future of Farming - Agri X South Africa

    The future of farming and wealth preservation in South Africa is under increasing pressure due to political uncertainty, tax burdens, and succession risks.

  • VIEWPOINT- South African Farmers: Pioneers of Global Excellence in Agriculture

    In the sun-baked fields of the Western Cape and the vast plains of the Free State, South Africa's farmers are quietly rewriting the story of modern agriculture—one harvest at a time.
  • VIEWPOINT- Expropriation Without Compensation – A Tipping Point for South Africa's Economy?

    The warnings from Remgro CEO Jannie Durand, Sakeliga's Piet le Roux, and economist Dawie Roodt aren't just alarmist rhetoric; they're a stark reminder of how fragile

  • VIEWPOINT- Digital Cattle Tagging: A Game-Changer

    The launch of theRed Meat Industry Services (RMIS) traceability platform’s second phase in Pretoria marks a leap forward for South Africa’s red meat sector.
  • VIEWPOINT- The Devastating Impact of the 2025 Potato Price Crash on South African Farmers

    South Africa's potato industry, a cornerstone of rural employment and food security (producing ~250 million 10kg bags annually from 52,000+ hectares), is reeling from a severe price slump in 2025.

  • VIEWPOINT-Are Cattle Really the Ozone Destroyers?

    In an era of finger-pointing at every industry for planetary woes, cattle farming has become public enemy number one—not just for climate change, but for supposedly shredding the ozone layer with every burp and belch.

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