The Western Cape in South Africa has mapped out a plan to help farmers cope with expected climate change threats to agriculture. ShutterstockIn South Africa’s Western Cape, agriculture plays an important role in the economy, job creation and socioeconomic development. But the sector is particularly vulnerable to a changing climate. There have thus been calls for urgent action … [Read more...] about How one region is planning ahead to help farmers cope with climate change | The Conversation
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The drought is affecting farmers in the North West province
A www.MyZA.co.za North West South Africa selected video for you: The drought in the North West Province has forced authorities to implement water shortages. However, water restrictions in Mahikeng are causing huge disruptions. Among other units, farmers have also been hard hit with the recent water restrictions. South Africa is the continent's … [Read more...] about The drought is affecting farmers in the North West province
Western Cape govt approves drought support for designated emerging farmers – SA in the News
Western Cape govt approves drought support for designated emerging farmers Western Cape Minister of Economic Opportunities Alan Winde approved an emergency subsistence support package for designated emerging farmers whose livelihoods and businesses are at risk due to the drought in the West Coast and Central Karoo ... Read more on Times LIVE Western Cape gets … [Read more...] about Western Cape govt approves drought support for designated emerging farmers – SA in the News
New: South African Farmers See Pain as U.S. Trade Deal Unravels
South African Farmers See Pain as U.S. Trade Deal Unravels South African fruit, wine and nut farmers are bracing for hardship as the U.S. looks set to rescind their duty-free access to the world's largest market at a time when they're already facing the worst drought in more than two decades and rising input ... Read more on Bloomberg Lions are actually raised … [Read more...] about New: South African Farmers See Pain as U.S. Trade Deal Unravels
Expose tractor drivers who rip off emerging farmers – Mpumalanga MEC – Mpumalanga South Africa
Expose tractor drivers who rip off emerging farmers - Mpumalanga MEC Malalane - Emerging farmers have been urged to name and shame drivers who misuse tractors belonging to government's Masibuyele Emasimini programme for their own gain. Mpumalanga's Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs ... Read more on News24 List your event on … [Read more...] about Expose tractor drivers who rip off emerging farmers – Mpumalanga MEC – Mpumalanga South Africa
