Tag: South Africa
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Syngenta showcases the food value chain at NAMPO
South Africa and Africa’s future depends on food security and safety, and what better way to bring the message home than by showcasing the outcome of farm-to-plate food production at the country’s biggest agriculture show. This was the thinking behind the Syngenta Boerekos Plaaskombuis at NAMPO 2024. Christian Giesel, Head of Marketing for Syngenta South ... -
Smul food range launched in SA
from MTHULISI SIBANDA in Cape Town/Cape Town Bureau/JOHANNESBURG, (CAJ News) – SOUTH Africa’s In2food Group has made another leap forward with the launch of the smul range. Utilising whole grains, seeds and nuts while avoiding refined sugars as far as possible, the range is hailed as delicious, nutritious, convenient and suited for any moment in a person’s day. ... -
Husqvarna Mudrun 2024: Beast Makes a Splash for a Cause
Mud, sweat, and cheers filled the air at the 4×4 Club Donnybrook in Zimbabwe on the 6th of April as the Husqvarna Mudrun 2024 unfolded, in support of KidzCan Zimbabwe’s fight against childhood cancer. Among the participants, getting his hands dirty in his home country, was Tendai ‘Beast’ Mtawarira, rugby icon and Husqvarna ambassador. Always ... -
Developing the agro-processing sector could significantly boost South Africa’s economya
John Hudson | Head of Agriculture | Nedbank Commercial Banking/Image:File Photo Primary agriculture contributes around 2,5% to South Africa’s gross domestic product , which is a relatively small proportion considering that agricultural land represents almost 80% of the country’s total land area. However, the sector’s overall contribution, including the value chain, is substantially higher, contributing ... -
Deep-rooted partner to South Africa’s agricultural industry, SKF, showcases its robust product solutions at Nampo 2024
The agricultural industry is pivotal to combatting food shortages and hunger around the world. Farmers are subsequently under increasing pressure to increase yields year on year while ensuring business profitability by keeping input and operational costs to a minimum. Exponential rises in costs, especially where diesel prices are concerned, present tremendous challenges, driving farmers to ... -
American deal provides lifeline for South African food company
A promotional picture for a selection of Fynbos Fine Foods products./Image Fynbos Foods Facebook In 2010, in the aftermath of the global economic crisis of 2007-09, South African food company Fynbos Fine Foods found itself grappling with declining demand. The crisis severely impacted consumer spending on discretionary items, and the company’s range of gourmet hot ... -
Excitement mounts for first-ever Cape Town-hosted Organic and Natural Products expo
Cape Town will celebrate a first for the province with the hosting of the Organic and Natural Products expo just a week away. From 26 to 28 April, the Cape Town International Convention Centre will play host to more than 100 exhibitors showcasing innovations. From new products to activations, demonstrations and trials, the expo takes ... -
South Africa witnessed 7.6% decrease in vegetable export earnings in 2023
South Africa, a key African exporter of vegetables including potatoes, tomatoes, onions, and carrots, witnessed a 7.6% decrease in vegetable export earnings in 2023, totaling $190 million, down from $206 million in 2022. This marks the lowest level in at least seven years, with a $17.2 million decrease from the previous five-year average of $207 ... -
One machine to produce various burger types with diverse fiber orientations
Revo FiberFlex creates the perfect ‘burger bite’ Tasting a burger should evoke a feeling of delight about the flavor, succulence and texture of the bite. When shaping such a perfect burger, the orientation of meat fibers is an unexpectedly crucial factor. This seemingly subtle detail significantly impacts the overall ‘burger bite’. Getting a grip on ... -
South Africa and Nigeria Good Markets for U.S. Wheat
U.S. Wheat Associates Vice President of Communications, Steve Mercer says they are currently working to promote us wheat to South Africa and Nigeria. “Russia and Ukraine are selling their wheat at below production costs. I’ve suspected this and we’ve suspected that for a long time, but men of course they are trying to fund the ...
South African Farmers Cull 10 Million Chicks, Due to Power Cuts
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