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South Africa -Weeklikse Landbou Nuusoorsig - Weekly Agriculture News Summary 13th May 2026
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Weaner calf prices have remained surprisingly stable despite pressure on feedlot profitability from lower slaughter prices. In the sheep market, slaughter lamb prices surged sharply last week after heavy rain restricted supply and reduced marketing.Weaner calves traded sideways at an average of R43.06/kg, supported by empty feedlots and strong demand.
Graan SA waarsku dat Suid-Afrikaanse graanprodusente onder toenemende finansiële druk verkeer weens onbillike wêreldhandelstoestande en wisselvallige markte.
Global airfreight volumes dropped 7% week-on-week in week 18 (27 April to 3 May) after the Mother’s Day flower peak and Labor Day holidays reduced activity in several countries. Despite softer demand and increased bellyhold capacity, prices continued rising
South Africa is entering a challenging economic period as multiple pressures converge: crude oil prices above $100 per barrel due to ongoing Middle East conflict, rising fuel costs, and expected inflationary effects that will become more visible in May and June. This supply-side inflation, combined with a weaker rand, is likely to push up food, transport, and living costs.
Government believes biofuels can play a significantly bigger role in supporting rural jobs, agro-processing, and agricultural industrialisation as South Africa seeks to strengthen demand in key farming sectors.
Agriculture forms one of the most strategic foundations of the global commodity economy. It plays a vital role in food security, rural development, industrial value chains, and overall market stability.Behind every agricultural product lies a complex value chain that begins with inputs such as seeds, fertilizers, crop protection products, and machinery.
The wildlife ranching sector has strongly criticised the government’s newly promulgated Article 10 regulations for voluntary foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccinations, saying they largely ignore the unique risks faced by the industry, particularly buffalo farmers.
The South African grocery war is heating up as soaring food prices put heavy pressure on households. In just five years, the average family food basket has jumped from around R4,051 in 2021 to R5,452 in 2026 — a 35% increase. This cost-of-living crisis is forcing shoppers to hunt aggressively for value and change their buying habits.
US Gulf granular urea prices have surged more than 80%, breaking through the $700 per tonne mark.The sharp rise follows disruptions in the Middle East, a major global fertilizer production hub. Geopolitical tensions have obstructed shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, and key urea production facilities have suspended exports.
Fieldwork in the summer grain and oilseed regions is gaining momentum in areas where the crop has dried down sufficiently.Some fields were planted late and are not yet ready for harvest, while others that received recent heavy rains still need to dry out.
South Africa is urgently seeking industries that can create jobs at scale. While attention often centres on mining, manufacturing, energy, and technology, tourism has quietly become one of the country’s strongest economic drivers.
The Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) crisis in South Africa highlights a deeper systemic problem: the tension between centralised bureaucratic control and the need for fast, practical action on the ground. The central message is that those closest to the problem — farmers — usually see the danger first and are best positioned to respond quickly.
Die Wes-Kaapse premier, Alan Winde, sê die volle omvang van verlede week se verwoestende storms word nog bepaal en die koste sal waarskynlik miljarde Suid-Afrikaanse rand beloop.
NAMPO Harvest Day 2026 achieved strong success with record participation despite tough conditions facing South African agriculture. The event hosted a record 910 exhibitors and attracted a record single-day attendance of 24,579 visitors on Wednesday, contributing to a total of 81,822 attendees for the week.
Since 2020, South Africa has experienced frequent and severe flooding across both summer and winter rainfall regions. The 2025–2026 season saw particularly heavy rainfall and widespread flood damage, starting in Limpopo in November 2025 and intensifying through December and January.
As of 18 May 2026, soybean prices came under some pressure. The spot price dropped 0.84% to R6 940 per ton, while the March 2027 futures price stood at R7 185 per ton.Sunflower prices were slightly softer, with the spot price at R8 770 per ton (down 0.23%) and the March 2027 futures at R9 030 per ton.
South Africa’s blueberry industry produces an average of 25,000 to 26,000 tons annually but faces intense global competition from Peru, which produces around 400,000 tons per year.
Severe flooding and strong winds between 11 and 13 May 2026 have caused widespread devastation across the Western Cape, with wind gusts reaching 100–120 km/h and rainfall of 230–300 mm (and higher in some areas) recorded in key production regions. This latest extreme weather event follows several serious flooding incidents in recent years, raising concerns that such volatile conditions are becoming the new norm
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As of Wednesday, 20 May 2026 Here’s a curated snapshot of the dominant global trends right now:
- Fertilizer Prices Surge Sharply as Iran Conflict Disrupts Strait of Hormuz Supply Routes
- FAO Food Price Index Hits Highest Level in Over Three Years Driven by Vegetable Oil Spike
- Global Urea and DAP Prices Jump 6-15% in Early May Amid Supply Fears
- World Bank Fertilizer Price Index Climbs 14% Month-on-Month in April
- AI Adoption Reaches 60% on Large-Scale Farms Worldwide
- Extreme Heat Events Threaten Crop Yields Across Multiple Continents
- Brazil on Track for Record Grain Harvest Despite Rising Input Costs
- Regenerative Agriculture Practices Expand Rapidly in Europe and North America
- Biological Crop Protection Products Go Mainstream in Major Markets
- Precision Agriculture Robotics Market Forecast to Grow 25% Annually
- Middle East Tensions Trigger Highest Fertilizer Volatility Since 2022
- Global Meat Prices Reach New Record Highs on Tight Supplies
- EU Accelerates Carbon Farming and Biodiversity Targets Under Green Deal
- Vertical Farming Investments Hit Record Levels in Asia and Middle East
- Blockchain Traceability Now Standard for Premium Food Exports
- Australia Lowers Wheat Export Forecast Due to Erratic Weather
- Gene-Edited Crops Gain Wider Regulatory Approval in Key Markets
- African Swine Fever Forces Major Biosecurity Upgrades Across Asia
- Farm Debt Levels Rise as High Input Costs Squeeze Producer Margins
- Drone and Satellite Technology Transform Smallholder Farming in Southeast Asia
- Carbon Credit Markets Offer New Revenue Streams for Regenerative Farmers
- Autonomous Tractors and Harvesters Enter Mainstream Commercial Use
- Lab-Grown Protein Companies Scale Commercial Production in Asia
- Extreme Weather Insurance Uptake Surges Among Vulnerable Producers
- China Commits to Large US Agricultural Purchases Under Trade Framework
- New Biofertilizers Reduce Synthetic Nitrogen Use in Field Trials
- Global Sugar Prices Drop as Brazil and India Ramp Up Output
- Advanced Irrigation Systems Cut Water Use by Up to 30% in Pilots
- Ukraine Grain Exports Stabilise Despite Ongoing Infrastructure Issues
- Private Equity Invests Billions in Agritech Focused on Autonomy
- FAO Warns of Rising Food Security Risks from Geopolitical Disruptions
- Digital Twins Technology Tested for Large-Scale Farm Management
- EU and UK Farmers Protest New Trade Deals Impacting Local Production
- Precision Fermentation Gains Ground as Alternative Protein Source
- Biodiversity Credit Schemes Launch in Australia and Latin America
- Rising Ocean Temperatures Disrupt Global Fisheries and Aquaculture
- Governments Introduce New Subsidies for Climate-Smart Technologies
- South American Logistics Bottlenecks Hit Global Soybean Supply Chains
- AI-Powered Advisory Platforms Help Farmers Cut Input Costs by 15-20%
- Canada Explores Expanded Northern Crop Production Due to Warming Climate
- Record NAMPO 2026 Attendance Highlights Innovation Amid Challenges
- Sustainable Packaging Demands Reshape Global Supply Chains
- El Niño Outlook Raises Concerns for 2026-27 Global Crop Production
- Biologicals Boom Continues as Farmers Seek Lower Input Solutions
- Global Dairy Prices Strengthen on Strong Demand and Limited Supply
- Soybean Acreage Shifts as Fertilizer Costs Make Corn Less Viable
- Farm-to-Farmer Conservation Grants Launched in Major Markets
- Invasive Species and Climate Stress Compound Biosecurity Challenges
- Agritech Innovation Accelerates as Industry Seeks Climate Resilience
- Geopolitical Risks and Climate Volatility Define Agriculture Outlook for Rest of 2026
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
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|
White maize |
R 3 350,00 |
per Ton |
2026-05-18 |
-1.47 % |
R 3 400,00 |
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|
Yellow maize |
R 3 456,00 |
per Ton |
2026-05-18 |
-0.40 % |
R 3 470,00 |
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|
Soybeans |
R 6 940,00 |
per Ton |
2026-05-18 |
-0.14 % |
R 6 950,00 |
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|
Sunflower seed |
R 8 770,00 |
per Ton |
2026-05-18 |
-0.33 % |
R 8 799,00 |
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|
Wheat |
R 5 850,00 |
per Ton |
2026-05-18 |
-1.08 % |
R 5 914,00 |
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|
Sorghum (IPP) |
R 4 406,00 |
per Ton |
2026-05-15 |
0.00 % |
R 4 406,00 |
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Groundnuts (IPP) |
R 24 135,00 |
per Ton |
2026-05-15 |
0.00 % |
R 24 135,00 |
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|
Cotton (IPP) |
R 11 640,00 |
per Ton |
2026-05-15 |
0.00 % |
R 11 640,00 |
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|
Soy Meal (US derived price) |
R 11 369,00 |
per Ton |
2026-05-15 |
0.00 % |
R 11 369,00 |
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|
Chop |
R 1 950,00 |
per Ton |
2026-05-15 |
-13.33 % |
R 2 250,00 |
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|
Lusern (Grade 1) |
R 3 700,00 |
per Ton |
2026-05-15 |
0.00 % |
R 3 700,00 |
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
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Bananas |
R 8,60 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
0.94 % |
R 8,52 |
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Apples |
R 9,05 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
4.38 % |
R 8,67 |
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Oranges |
R 4,89 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-8.60 % |
R 5,35 |
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Avocados |
R 15,86 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
14.27 % |
R 13,88 |
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Grapes |
R 33,13 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
4.81 % |
R 31,61 |
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Mangos |
R 16,31 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-2.39 % |
R 16,71 |
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Pears |
R 9,23 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
3.48 % |
R 8,92 |
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Pineapples |
R 11,83 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-6.48 % |
R 12,65 |
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Peaches |
R 20,13 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-10.93 % |
R 22,60 |
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Lemons |
R 5,20 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-12.16 % |
R 5,92 |
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Nectarines |
R 28,00 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
0.00 % |
R 28,00 |
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Naartjies (Mandarins) |
R 6,99 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-6.92 % |
R 7,51 |
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Blueberries |
R 159,74 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-7.80 % |
R 173,25 |
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Grapefruits |
R 6,16 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-5.08 % |
R 6,49 |
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
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Potatoes |
R 48,77 |
per 10Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-12.80 % |
R 55,93 |
||||
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Tomatoes |
R 17,64 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
10.80 % |
R 15,92 |
||||
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Carrots |
R 9,92 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-5.34 % |
R 10,48 |
||||
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Onions |
R 98,72 |
per 10Kg |
2026-05-15 |
4.87 % |
R 94,14 |
||||
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Cabbage |
R 3,09 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-15.57 % |
R 3,66 |
||||
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Garlic |
R 44,21 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-2.32 % |
R 45,26 |
||||
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Spinach |
R 6,12 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
17.92 % |
R 5,19 |
||||
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Sweet Potatoes |
R 5,17 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-9.46 % |
R 5,71 |
||||
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Peppers |
R 16,18 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-18.28 % |
R 19,80 |
||||
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Chillies |
R 7,86 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-11.59 % |
R 8,89 |
||||
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Pumpkins |
R 2,54 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
0.40 % |
R 2,53 |
||||
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Mushrooms |
R 117,95 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
3.40 % |
R 114,07 |
||||
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Butternuts |
R 4,35 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-13.00 % |
R 5,00 |
||||
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Green beans |
R 22,44 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
17.18 % |
R 19,15 |
||||
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
||||
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Sheep A2/3 |
R 103,50 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
5.08 % |
R 98,50 |
||||
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Feeder Lamb (Dual Purpose) |
R 51,99 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
7.31 % |
R 48,45 |
||||
|
Sheep AB2/3 |
R 87,50 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
2.34 % |
R 85,50 |
||||
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Sheep B2/3 |
R 79,17 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
1.93 % |
R 77,67 |
||||
|
Sheep C2/3 |
R 77,50 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
3.73 % |
R 74,71 |
||||
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Wool 20 micron - Non RWS |
R 253,00 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-1.17 % |
R 256,00 |
||||
|
Wool 20 micron - RWS |
R 273,00 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
0.74 % |
R 271,00 |
||||
|
Mohair - Ave Non RWS |
R 413,29 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
1.23 % |
R 408,26 |
||||
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
||||
|
Beef A2/3 |
R 62,00 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
1.42 % |
R 61,13 |
||||
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Weaners (200-250kg) |
R 41,90 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-2.69 % |
R 43,06 |
||||
|
Beef AB2/3 |
R 60,00 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
1.40 % |
R 59,17 |
||||
|
Beef B2/3 |
R 58,00 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
2.35 % |
R 56,67 |
||||
|
Beef C2/3 |
R 57,25 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
2.54 % |
R 55,83 |
||||
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
||||
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Kids (under 30kg) |
R 55,70 |
per kg |
2026-05-15 |
-9.40 % |
R 61,48 |
||||
|
Medium (30-40kg) |
R 54,80 |
per kg |
2026-05-15 |
-8.13 % |
R 59,65 |
||||
|
Large (above 40kg) |
R 29,61 |
per kg |
2026-05-15 |
7.32 % |
R 27,59 |
||||
|
Ewes (Goats) |
R 43,66 |
per kg |
2026-05-15 |
-21.63 % |
R 55,71 |
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
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Poultry Frozen |
R 35,08 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-0.88 % |
R 35,39 |
||||
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Poultry fresh |
R 43,07 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-0.53 % |
R 43,30 |
||||
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Poultry IQF |
R 37,42 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
0.00 % |
R 37,42 |
||||
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
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Pork Porkers |
R 37,60 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-2.62 % |
R 38,61 |
||||
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Pork Baconers |
R 37,18 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
-2.44 % |
R 38,11 |
||||
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Pork Sausage |
R 29,78 |
per Kg |
2026-05-15 |
1.05 % |
R 29,47 |
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