Shortage of seeds threatens small grain production in Zim
The unavailability of seeds is threatening to hamper plans by the Zimbabawean government to promote the production of small grains this farming season. 9 Oct 2008 06:15
Motlanthe: Scientists must find ways to ensure food security
[Bathandwa Mbola] President Kgalema Motlanthe has urged several African scientists to come up with new technological advances in their field to tackle high food prices. 9 Oct 2008 06:11
Crisis eases somewhat
[Shannon Sherry] Consumers can expect some relief from rocketing food prices in the year ahead as bumper harvests worldwide signal that the worst of the global crisis might be over. Increases will slow and prices are expected to consolidate at higher levels once the dust settles. 3 Oct 2008 11:00
European parcel volumes resilient against economic adversity
[Erik Van Baaren] Although the recent credit crunch and resulting economic uncertainty are affecting the growth potential of the European express industry, the main effects will be on the use of different modes of transport and profitability rather than on overall levels of parcel volumes. Indeed, supply chain rationalisation, internationalisation and business-to-consumer (B2C) e-commerce are continuing to drive industry growth. 3 Oct 2008 06:03
Mars' melamine test results in
In response to the melamine crisis currently affecting the dairy industry in China, which has seen Cadbury's recalling its sweets and has South African ports on high alert for contaminated products, Mars Foods has issued a statement disclosing the results of its own product testing. 30 Sep 2008 13:20
Seardel stock firmer after losses shock
[Mathabo le Roux] Clothing and textile manufacturer Seardel has finally clarified the extent of its expected losses for the year to June. 29 Sep 2008 10:41
Freys wins Famous Brands Supplier of the Year award
Freys Food Brands has scooped the title of Famous Brands Supplier of the Year 2008 both in the Perishables category and as the overall Supplier of the Year. In the process, the company was also awarded the title of Key Account Manager of the Year 2008. 25 Sep 2008 06:09
Investing in farmers crucial to battle high food prices
[Michael Appel] Investing in Africa's farmers will be instrumental in the global response to the rising price of food, believes United Nations (UN) Secretary General Ban Ki-moon. 23 Sep 2008 11:39
GM foods must be labelled
The Department of Trade and Industry finally handed down a ruling for mandatory labelling of genetically modified foods on Tuesday, 16 September. 19 Sep 2008 11:25
Joburg market expands northwards
With a growing market base and innovative changes being implemented, the Johannesburg Fresh Produce Market (JFPM) is fast transforming itself into a market leader, both locally and globally. 16 Sep 2008 13:36
Mpuma commercial forestry suffers R100m damage
[Sydney Masinga] The commercial forestry industry in Mpumalanga has recorded losses of R100 million following 15,000 hectares of plantations being destroyed on the recent wildfires. 11 Sep 2008 13:34
Embassies 'used for smuggling'
[Sibongakonke Shoba] Authorities are struggling to prevent counterfeit goods entering South Africa as criminals are using embassies to smuggle the products into the country. 11 Sep 2008 12:08
Farmers to receive aid after wildfire damage
[Siphiwe Nyathi] Farmers who suffered damage in the recent wildfires in the Waterberg district municipality in Limpopo will receive free fodder to help them get back on their feet. 9 Sep 2008 13:40
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