South Africa Archives - Page 4 of 7

SA’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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Sugar News in English

South 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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Sugar News in English

South 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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Sugar News in English

South 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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Sugar News in English

The 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),...

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Maize News in English

South Africa : UP and CSIR pioneer maps for maize farmers to enable precision weeding

University of Pretoria researchers, in collaboration with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, have created precision agriculture maps for smallholder maize...

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Maize News in English

Maize imports stood at 5 700 tonnes in September

South Africa's maize production is projected to decline by 22% to 12.8 million metric tonnes due to mid-summer drought, yet the country...

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Rice News in English

India’s easing of rice exports welcomed in South Africa

South African importers have welcomed India's decision to ease restrictions on rice exports. The Indian government recently lifted the ban on non-basmati...