Farmer's Inside Track

In this episode of Farmers Inside Track, we explore the ins and outs of running a successful mixed farming enterprise. Drawing on years of experience, Loyiso Mbete offers practical strategies for bal…

South Africa’s 2025’s high-value export season entails fierce competition with countries facing lower tariffs such as Chile, Peru, Morocco and Kenya.

Discover which crops could benefit from shifting s…

Shifting trade patterns and China’s shifting demand are reshaping global grain flows, while locally maize and soybeans stay strong and wheat remains at the mercy of global prices.

Explore the why and …

US tariff measures are shaking up global agriculture, and South Africa is not immune. Despite worries over inflation and market stability, the world economy shows early resilience.

Find out what’s at …

As consumer pressures ease in 2025, South Africa’s vegetable prices stay up, shaped by climate, supply and seasonal cycles.

Tune in for vegetable market insights.

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Beef prices are rebounding, driven by stronger incomes, festive demand and tighter supply from foot-and-mouth outbreaks.

What’s next for livestock sector recovery? Find out now!

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As South Africa’s water landscape evolves, sustainable management and ESG insights are key to navigating risk, boosting resilience and creating long-term value.

Tune in for insights on sustainable wat…

In this episode, we meet DJ Meades (33) from Petrusburg, a farmer who believes that training his employees also makes him stronger. 

With 12 years of farming experience, he manages two enterprises, gr…

In this episode, we explore how Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are revolutionising farming across South Africa. Dr Tara Southey, post-doctoral researcher at Stellenbosch University and founder …

In this episode, we take you inside Molatek’s uncompromising world of quality assurance, where every bag, block, and bucket of feed carries the weight of responsibility to farmers and their animals.

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Discover why intra-Africa trade is extremely crucial for promoting economies, leveraging the continent's vast resources (population, arable land), and scaling up economic growth. We tackle the challe…

Before a single seed is planted, a silent but critical job is being done to ensure a bountiful harvest. In this episode, we're exploring the world of the seed analyst, the unsung hero of our food sup…

For farmer and community leader Tienie Prinsloo (36), agriculture is more than a livelihood. 

After 15 years of farming alongside his father, he has built a thriving operation that includes pecan orch…

Investigate the evolving landscape of fair trade in dynamic markets like Kenya and South Africa. While awareness and demand for fair trade products are growing due to international exposure, we exami…

Women have always been the backbone of agriculture, yet their contributions are too often invisible. In this episode, we spotlight SoilSistas - programme by Corteva Agriscience that is breaking syste…

Want to breed a better herd? In this episode, we're diving deep into the science of bull performance testing with expert Delight Kgari, an animal scientist specializing in genetics and breeding from …

Once the cornerstone of African diets, sorghum is making a powerful return to South Africa’s fields. With deep cultural roots, exceptional drought resilience, and impressive nutritional benefits, it’…

Unpack the crucial role of women across the value chain, who are driving change within African agriculture. We highlight Fairtrade’s comprehensive gender strategy, which includes standards for protec…

Feeding people while protecting the planet and agricultural workers is no easy task. In this episode, we chat with Mary Willemse, campaign manager at BASF about how they’re helping rural communities …

For too long, historical barriers have limited who gets to succeed in South Africa's wine industry, but now, the Wine and Agricultural Ethical Trade Association (WIETA) are working together to change…