https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/741.html South Africa news 15 Agribusiness news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/741.html en-us Sat, 16 May 2026 23:19:10 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/5-new-farming-risks-reshape-agricultural-insurance-845163a Modern agriculture has evolved far beyond the farm gate. Today’s agribusinesses operate across complex, technology-driven value chains, introducing new and often unexpected risks. The message is clear: insurance models must evolve to keep up. 1-268049 Wed, 13 May 2026 08:43:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Agribusiness South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/sa-tops-spain-in-2025-citrus-exports-170986a South Africa was the world’s largest citrus exporter by volume in 2025, exporting 2.9 million tonnes and narrowly exceeding Spain during the past season. 1-267958 Tue, 12 May 2026 08:29:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Agribusiness South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/land-bank-to-lead-finance-and-risk-discussions-at-nampo-2026-069875a Land Bank will take part in Nampp Harvest Day 2026, using the platform to contribute to discussions on agricultural resilience, innovation, sustainability and farmer support. 1-267957 Mon, 11 May 2026 09:35:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Agribusiness South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/sa-rooibos-exports-to-china-go-tariff-free-847073a The South African Rooibos Council (SARC) has welcomed China’s decision to introduce tariff-free access for Rooibos imports from African countries, describing it as a major opportunity to grow exports in the world’s largest tea-consuming market. 1-267879 Thu, 07 May 2026 08:35:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Agribusiness South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/what-does-chinas-surprise-tariff-move-mean-for-africas-trade-landscape-847043a China’s decision to scrap tariffs on imports from 53 African countries—excluding only Eswatini—marks one of its most significant trade-policy shifts in recent years, with wide-ranging implications for global commerce and Africa’s export economy. 1-267869 Wed, 06 May 2026 17:09:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Agribusiness South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/fuel-hike-adds-pressure-to-farm-margins-625881a A new diesel price increase effective 6 May 2026 is set to place additional strain on South Africa’s agricultural sector, where fuel remains a critical, non-discretionary input. 1-267831 Wed, 06 May 2026 09:23:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Agribusiness South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/winners-of-the-2026-sa-dairy-awards-392458a At the annual SA Dairy Awards, hosted at Nederburg in Paarl on 23 April 2026, the top honour of South African Dairy Product of the Year was awarded to Puglia Cheese's artisanal burrata, a fresh mozzarella-style cheese filled with cream and shredded curds (stracciatella). 1-267733 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:36:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Agribusiness South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/eastern-cape-r500k-investment-to-enhance-animal-healthcare-boost-employment-392478a In a bid to tackle unemployment and improve access to animal healthcare services in rural areas, the Eastern Cape government has invested R512,000 to support 13 animal health technicians (AHTs) in establishing their own primary animal healthcare facilities. 1-267703 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:32:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Agribusiness South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/fruit-importers-face-shrinking-margins-as-currency-swings-wipe-out-profits-392778a Currency volatility is increasingly eroding profitability for fruit importers, with fluctuations of as little as 3–5% capable of wiping out margins on individual shipments, according to new insights from cross-border payments platform Verto. 1-267603 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:50:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Agribusiness South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/supplier-excellence-celebrated-at-agrimark-supplier-of-the-year-awards-2025-625121a Agrimark, the agri-retail offering from JSE-listed KAL Group, has once again shone a spotlight on the strength and depth of its supplier partnerships at its recently held Supplier of the Year Awards 1-267561 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:46:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Agribusiness South Africa