All posts tagged "South Africa"
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69Maize News in EnglishSouth African Maize Harvest Decline Raises Concerns
South Africa's maize harvest for the 2023/2024 season is projected to decline by 22.6%, with an estimated total yield of 12.72 million...
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58Maize News in EnglishSA to allow GM maize from the US as drought hits crop
South Africa will issue permits for genetically engineered US maize imports due to a 22% production drop caused by drought. The country...
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55Sugar News in EnglishSouth Africa Canegrowers welcomes call by DA to scrap the sugar tax
SA Canegrowers has welcomed the DA's call for the repeal of the sugar tax, introduced in 2018, which has negatively impacted the...
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61Maize News in EnglishGlobal competition and local challenges shake South African maize prices
South Africa's maize prices are under pressure due to production challenges, exchange rate fluctuations, and international competition. The summer drought has reduced...
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48Sugar News in EnglishSA’s sugarcane output drops by 10% amid drier conditions
South Africa's 2024 sugarcane harvest is projected to be 10% below average due to dry conditions in key regions, particularly in KwaZulu-Natal....
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79Sugar News in EnglishSouth African sugar industry receives crucial support from government
The South African sugar industry is set for transformation, as government officials commit to supporting its sustainability and diversification. Deputy Ministers Zuko...
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97Sugar News in EnglishSouth Africa Sugar Association appoints Sifiso Mhlaba as new CEO
Sifiso Mhlaba has been appointed as CEO of the South African Sugar Association (SASA), taking over from Trix Trikam, who retires after...
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63Sugar News in EnglishSouth Africa : Mid-term budget brings little comfort for sugar cane farmers
South Africa’s 2024 budget focuses on debt reduction, with debt expected to reach R6.05 trillion by 2025/26, costing 22 cents per revenue...
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77Sugar News in EnglishThe tax crippling a critical industry in South Africa – that some want even higher
South Africa's sugar industry is struggling due to a combination of declining production, rising electricity costs, and the Health Promotion Levy (HPL),...
