South Africa is strengthening its agricultural export capacity with the awarding of two major port concessions at the Maydon Wharf Precinct in the Port of Durban. The move is aimed at improving logistics efficiency and supporting the country’s growing fresh produce and bulk agricultural exports. The initiative, led by the Transnet National Ports Authority, is ...

South Africa’s citrus industry is facing growing uncertainty as farmers warn that fuel supply risks could disrupt the upcoming export season. Reports of isolated diesel shortages, combined with expected fuel price increases, are raising concerns about the stability of agricultural logistics at a critical time for exports. According to the Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern ...

Africa’s poultry industry is rapidly emerging as a cornerstone of the continent’s food security and economic development agenda. Governments across the region are shifting away from heavy reliance on imports and instead prioritising domestic poultry production, supported by policy reforms, investment, and regional collaboration. This transition reflects a broader recognition that poultry offers one of ...

Confidence in South Africa’s agricultural sector has taken a notable dip in early 2026, reflecting convergence of domestic disruptions and global market pressures. According to the latest Agbiz/IDC Agribusiness Confidence Index, sentiment has fallen below the neutral 50-point mark—signalling growing pessimism among farmers and agribusinesses. This shift marks a sharp contrast from the optimism seen ...

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has welcomed the successful arrival of the first official shipment of South African table grapes to the Philippines, marking a significant milestone following the granting of market access in 2025. The inaugural shipment represents the culmination of several years of sustained technical engagement between the South African and Philippine governments, underpinned ...

South Africa’s agricultural sector is entering a period of heightened uncertainty, as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East begin to ripple through global input markets, raising concerns about food price stability in 2026. According to Wandile Sihlobo, chief economist at the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa, the sector had initially started the year on ...

South Africa is currently facing one of its most serious foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) crises in years – one that has already locked South African farmers out of some markets. Daneel Rossouw, Head of Sales for Nedbank Agriculture, argues that stronger biosecurity measures are essential for South Africa’s livestock sector to maximise its role in global ...

South Africa’s agricultural export sector, a critical pillar of the country’s economy, faces growing uncertainty as escalating tensions in the Middle East threaten to disrupt global trade routes and market access. According to agricultural economist Wandile Sihlobo, the region plays a strategic role in South Africa’s export landscape, serving as both a major destination for ...

BMG has strengthened its industrial drive solutions offering with the introduction of locally assembled and stocked Nord MAXXDRIVE XC industrial gear units – a development designed to improve availability, reduce lead times and support high-torque applications in Africa. The MAXXDRIVE XC series forms part of BMG’s large industrial gear unit range, engineered by NORD DRIVESYSTEMS ...

This year’s expo is a vibrant showcase of the best the industry has to offer. While the event features an extensive three-day programme of insights, the heart of the experience lies on the expo floor, where the future of natural living comes to life. Event Details 📅: Friday, 17 April  – Sunday, 19 April 2026 📍: Cape ...