Agriculture matters with Wandile Sihlobo

--:--
Rice ranks second in the four major agricultural products that South Africa imports annually and account for 7% of the US$6,9 billion spent on agricultural products imports in 2021. Other products are wheat, palm oil and poultry products. In volumes terms, South Africa imported about 1,1 million tonnes of rice, both for annual consumption and exports to the neighbouring countries. The latest data from the International Gra
19 Apr 2022 English South Africa Business · Arts

Other recent episodes

SA winter crops production conditions

We received comprehensive data this week about SA’s winter crop conditions, for the first time since the devastating floods in the Western Cape in September 2023. The province is a significant producer of winter crops, accounting for about two-thirds of SA’s total winter crop output. I was concerned that the…
7 Nov 2023 12 min

Russia/Ukraine grain export deal promises major benefits for poor countries. If

If Russia keeps to the deal it has signed with Ukraine allowing for the resumption of grain exports, much needed relief will be provided to importing countries, including many in Africa. The relief would be significant as Ukraine has roughly 22 million tonnes of grain (wheat, maize, sunflower seed and…
25 Jul 2022 8 min

South Africa’s consumer food price inflation accelerated in May

Agric Matters with Wandile Sihlobo Agbiz Chief Economist Wandile Sihlobo examines the latest trends in food prices. We are in a period of elevated prices, and food is at the core of these increases. For example, in May, South Africa’s consumer food price inflation accelerated to 7,8% y/y, from 6,3%…
28 Jun 2022 10 min