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Wandile Sihlobo

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South Africa’s new agricultural leadership should focus on getting things done, not designing new policies

      By Wandile Sihlobo, Stellenbosch University   South Africa’s primary agriculture sector accounts for nearly 3% of GDP and about 8% when considering the value of agro-processing. But it can contribute even more to economic growth that delivers benefits fairly across society and creates jobs. This can’t happen, however, if new policies and plans keep getting introduced. Fortunately, the views of the new agricultural minister, John Steenhuisen, may […]

todayJuly 3, 2024 31

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Leading agricultural economist in South Africa has cautioned on South Africa’s summer harvest risks

Leading agricultural economist in South Africa Wandile Sihlobo has cautioned that South Africa’s summer harvest faces risks due to inadequate rain and the ongoing heatwaves. The planting period initially showed promise with consistent rainfall from October to January. Sihlobo says farmers now express concerns about crop quality for the upcoming harvest.  

todayFebruary 29, 2024 29

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