agricommodities
Tuesday April 3rd, 2018
One factor that we are watching closely over the long weekend is weather as it could still affect the soybean crop, both late-planted and on-time-planted areas. In the last week of March 2018, there were fears that the rainfall could cause crop damage, as a large part of the crop has already matured.
Wednesday April 4th, 2018
The South African wheat market had a good run at the start of this week and settled in positive territory. This was mainly underpinned by the weaker Rand against the US Dollar, as well as higher Chicago wheat prices.
Friday April 20th, 2018
The weather remains a key focus in the local agricultural market but could have a different impact on crops than the past couple of weeks.
Wednesday April 25th, 2018
Although canola and oats farmers have started planting in parts of the Western Cape province and wheat set to commence soon, the germination process could be slightly delayed. The near-term weather forecast point to a continuous dryness in the Western Cape province within the next two weeks.
Thursday April 26th, 2018
“Land Reform is a conversation all South Africans must have. CPIs, communities and investors must engage government and policymakers alike,” says Peter Setou of Vumelana Advisory Fund.
Monday May 7th, 2018
While the recent upward revision of South African grain and oilseed production estimates underscored the view that the country’s supplies […]