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Future Agri Perspectives with its competitions sponsors are proud to announce the finalists in the 2026 Women’s Voice Competition that encourages conversation about agriculture on a broad platform.
After a rigorous selection process, five exceptional participants have been chosen from the entries received from across South Africa.
“We are thrilled to reveal the talented individuals who have made it to the final round of our competition! After an incredible display of insight and deliberation skills from all participants, the judges had the tough task of narrowing them down to five finalists. We also wish to thank all participants who entered and shared their stories with us. Your hard work and passion have not gone unnoticed ,” says Johann Pretorius, Director Future Agri Perspectives.
The finalists in the Women’s Voice Competition are:
- Petru Fourie
- Grietha van Rensburg
- Boniswa Huhle Dlamini
- Carla Myburgh
- Christel Basson
These finalists had the opportunity to share their views on any aspect impacting on their lives, careers in agriculture, the environment, or in their communities, and how they would bring about change.
The finalists were selected from all the entries received and will now all be invited to the prestige award event to be held at Hollard’s campus in Johannesburg on 30 July 2026 where an independent panel of judges will choose the winner and runners-up based on a final round of discussions.
South Africa’s poultry sector — the largest in the agricultural industry — faces several critical challenges that require immediate attention from new Agriculture Minister Willie Aucamp, according to FairPlay founder Francois Baird.
South Africa’s tourism recovery is underway, with 4.8 million visitors, but the numbers alone don’t tell the full story.About 80% of arrivals are from the SADC region and 20% from long-haul international markets — a split in line with global trends
Early citrus harvesting is underway in the Olifants River Valley of the Western Cape, about two to three weeks ahead of schedule this year. A warm autumn following major floods just over two months ago sped up growth across all cultivars and orchards.
As of 10/7, the Free State has confirmed 14 new clinically confirmed cases of Foot-and-Mouth Disease in the Boshof area, bringing the provincial total to 679 confirmed cases.So far 33 cases have been resolved, with quarantine lifted on those properties after all required disease control measures were completed.
Farmers in Piketberg, Moorreesburg and Caledon say good winter rain is urgently needed to prevent poor yields.In Piketberg, concerns are high with no rain on the horizon. Early planting this year means some wheat is already heading. Wheat that was at the three-leaf stage during May’s heavy rain recovered without much damage, just pausing growth until the water drained
The leadership of the Bank of Botswana, including Governor Lesego Moseki, is calling on the country to accelerate its efforts in food import substitution, among other consumer goods, according to an article in The Botswana Gazette this morning. This is an understandable call, and something that we embarked on in South Africa some years ago in soybeans and other products.
South Africa has asked the US not to impose a proposed additional 12.5% tariff on its exports, arguing that existing South African law already prohibits goods made with forced labour from entering the country.The request follows a US Trade Representative finding that South Africa has not imposed and effectively enforced a specific prohibition on imports produced with forced labour.
Die vredesproses tussen Amerika en Iran wat weer afgewikkel het, het ook hoop onder saaiboere laat kwyn net voor ’n nuwe plantseisoen, omdat produksiekoste weer kan styg.Ná ’n aanvanklike daling in kunsmis- en brandstofpryse weens positiewe onderhandelinge, het die Brent-olieprys op 9 Julie met sowat 5% tot bo $80 per vat gestyg en die rand verswak.
South Africa hit a record 385,000 tons of table grapes in 2025/26, up 1% from 381,000 tons in 2024/25. The Western Cape season started 10-14 days early due to warmer weather. Overall growing conditions were good, with higher-yielding cultivars and adequate irrigation boosting output, though late rainfall hit one region. Pest pressure stayed under control.
The US sugar market is struggling to stay balanced as traditional supply controls weaken. Rising imports, tariffs eroded by inflation, and gaps in policy have made it harder to manage supply.
Africa’s largest sugar producer is not African-owned. The company started in Durban in 1891 and now operates across six countries, producing 1.7 million tonnes a year valued at an estimated $13.1 billion. It is wholly owned by a UK-based group controlled by a single family through holding structures funded by historical overseas wealth.
Heavy flooding in the Western Cape during May has left fruit growers in the Ceres and Witzenberg regions facing extensive damage to orchards, vineyards, irrigation systems and infrastructure, with the full financial impact still unknown.
Die landbousektor se winsmarges was sedert 1991 gemiddeld 24,8%, volgens die jongste historiese statistieke. Verlede jaar was die marge 27%, teenoor 25,7% in 1991. Die syfer word bereken deur netto plaasinkomste te deel deur bruto plaasinkomste ná aftrekking van insetkoste, kapitaalbesteding en voorraadveranderings.
Theo de Jager, executive director of the Southern African Agri Initiative (Saai), a farmer, former president of the Southern African Confederation of Agricultural Unions, and current president of the World Farmers’ Organisation, has highlighted ongoing erosion of property rights in South Africa.
The big petrol and diesel price cuts expected for August have been scaled back because of renewed US-Iran tensions in the Middle East.According to Central Energy Fund data for the second week of July, petrol was previously heading for a R2.50 per litre decrease, but that’s now down to an over-recovery of R1.62 per litre.
El Niño is officially here as of July 2026. Scientists warn it could develop into a strong “Godzilla El Niño,” a powerful event that often brings drought to southern Africa.El Niño is a natural climate pattern that happens when the Pacific Ocean becomes warmer than usual.
Maersk is sending another container service back through the Suez Canal and Red Sea, just days after ending Cape of Good Hope diversions for its AE15 service.On July 9 the carrier announced that its Middle East-US East Coast MECL service will return to the trans-Suez route. The decision follows changes to AE15 and the successful Red Sea transit of the Majestic Maersk
’n Nuwe Artikel 9-skema is op 8 Julie 2026 in die Staatskoerant gepubliseer nadat dit kortliks onttrek is weens ’n publikasiefout. Die skema lê nou amptelike reëls vas vir bek-en-klouseer-beheer en kan net deur ’n wettige proses gewysig word.Belangrike bepalings sluit in wat met ingeënte diere gebeur en hoe beheerde slagting en kwarantyntydperke hanteer word.

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Top Headline News on Farmingportal & Agri News Net 15 July 2026
- Data Centers Threaten SA Farmland and Water Resources — Local farmers echo US concerns as tech infrastructure competes for prime agricultural land, electricity, and irrigation water.
- Load Shedding Relief Boosts Farmer Confidence — Improved power supply stability helps irrigation and processing sectors recover.
- Maize and Soy Prices Firm Amid Weather Concerns — Local grain markets react to uncertain rainfall patterns in the summer rainfall region.
- AgriTech Innovation Highlighted at Recent SA Events — New precision farming tools and AI applications showcased for small and commercial farmers.
- Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak Updates — Latest control measures and vaccination drives in affected provinces.
- Rising Input Costs Pressure Winter Crop Margins — Fertilizer and fuel prices remain a key concern for grain and vegetable producers.
- Export Demand Strong for Citrus and Table Grapes — Positive early-season feedback from European and Asian markets.
- Drought Relief Funds Disbursed in Northern Cape — Government support reaches struggling livestock farmers.
- Biosecurity Focus After Avian Flu Incidents — Poultry industry reinforces protocols to protect flocks.
- Regenerative Agriculture Gaining Momentum — More SA farmers adopt soil health practices with proven yield and cost benefits.
- Rand Strength Helps Importers but Hurts Exporters — Currency movements impact input costs and commodity earnings.
- New Funding for Agri Processing and Black Farmer Support Programs.
- Weather Outlook: Possible La Niña Influence on Coming Season.
- Success Stories: Young Farmers Thriving with Tech and Niche Markets.

South Africa Weather Forecast & Agricultural Outlook 15 July 2026
- Cold fronts expected mid-to-late this week, bringing widespread rain (10–40mm) and strong winds to the Cape Winelands, Overberg, and Garden Route.
- Colder temperatures with possible light frost in low-lying areas.
- Follow-up drier conditions early next week.
- Mostly dry and mild conditions dominate.
- Scattered thundershowers possible over eastern areas (KZN and Lowveld) this weekend.
- Night-time temperatures dropping, with frost warnings for eastern Highveld and parts of the Free State.
- Warm days, cool nights. Fire danger remains elevated in drier districts.
- Good progress in the Western Cape after recent moisture. Soil moisture levels are generally favourable, though some areas need more follow-up rain.
- Early signs point to average to above-average yields if late winter rains materialise.
- Soil moisture in eastern summer rainfall areas is variable. Farmers are watching for early El Niño signals that could bring drier spring/summer conditions.
- Zambia reports excellent wheat conditions under its current duty-free import window.
- Table Grapes: South Africa achieved a record 385,000 tons in the 2025/26 season (up 1% YoY). Warmer weather advanced the Western Cape season by 10–14 days.
- Pasture conditions are fair in many summer areas, but supplementary feeding continues in drier zones.
- Fruit Growers in Ceres/Witzenberg are still assessing flood damage from May, affecting orchards, vineyards, and irrigation infrastructure.
- El Niño Watch: Officially declared, with potential for a strong event later in 2026 — drought risk for southern Africa.
- Input Costs: Fertiliser and fuel prices under renewed pressure after US-Iran tensions pushed oil higher. Brent crude rose ~5% to above $80/barrel recently, weakening the rand.
- Positive Note: Load-shedding relief continues to support irrigation and cold-chain operations.
- Maize and soya prices firm due to weather uncertainty.
- Export sectors (citrus, table grapes) remain optimistic on early demand.

Here is the latest overview of major dam levels across South Africa as of mid-July 2026:National Summary
- Overall Average: Approximately 68–72% (slight improvement from early winter due to recent frontal systems in the Western Cape).
- Winter rains have helped the Western Cape, while the summer rainfall regions remain stable but below optimal in some areas.
Key Regions & Major Dams
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Region
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Average Level
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Key Dams & Status
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|---|---|---|
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Western Cape
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75–82%
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Good improvement. Theewaterskloof ~68% (up significantly), Clanwilliam ~85%, Voëlvlei ~70%. Winter fronts brought welcome relief.
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Gauteng & Vaal System
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68–74%
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Vaal Dam ~62%, Sterkfontein ~85%. System stable but still below long-term average.
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Free State
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65–70%
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Gariep Dam ~58%, Vanderkloof ~65%. Moderate levels heading into spring.
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Eastern Cape
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55–65%
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Kouga Dam ~48% (concern), Impofu ~60%. Some dams still low after previous dry years.
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KwaZulu-Natal
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70–78%
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Midmar ~75%, Pongolapoort ~72%. Relatively healthy.
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Limpopo & Mpumalanga
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68–75%
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Loskop ~70%, Flag Boshielo ~72%. Generally stable.
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Northern Cape
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50–60%
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Lower Orange River system under pressure.
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Agricultural & Water Outlook
- Western Cape fruit & wine regions — Improved dam levels provide better confidence for the coming season, though irrigation restrictions may still apply in some areas.
- Summer rainfall areas — Farmers are concerned about the developing El Niño, which could bring drier conditions later in 2026/27.
- Overall Risk — National water supply is currently adequate for winter, but spring/summer demand will test storage levels, especially if El Niño strengthens.

This is CRA MEDIA .
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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 |
2026-07-14 |
1.67 % |
R 3 295,00 |
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Yellow maize |
R 3 383,00 |
per Ton |
2026-07-14 |
1.96 % |
R 3 318,00 |
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Soybeans |
R 7 445,00 |
per Ton |
2026-07-14 |
1.99 % |
R 7 300,00 |
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Sunflower seed |
R 9 380,00 |
per Ton |
2026-07-14 |
-1.47 % |
R 9 520,00 |
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Wheat |
R 5 888,00 |
per Ton |
2026-07-14 |
1.69 % |
R 5 790,00 |
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Sorghum (IPP) |
R 4 080,00 |
per Ton |
2026-07-10 |
0.00 % |
R 4 080,00 |
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Groundnuts (IPP Randfontein)) |
R 19 885,00 |
per Ton |
2026-07-10 |
0.91 % |
R 19 706,00 |
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Cotton (IPP) |
R 10 470,00 |
per Ton |
2026-07-10 |
-3.68 % |
R 10 870,00 |
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Soy Meal (US derived price) |
R 11 245,00 |
per Ton |
2026-07-10 |
-0.30 % |
R 11 279,00 |
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Chop |
R 2 750,00 |
per Ton |
2026-07-10 |
-11.29 % |
R 3 100,00 |
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Lusern (Grade 1) |
R 4 150,00 |
per Ton |
2026-07-10 |
0.00 % |
R 4 150,00 |
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
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Bananas |
R 8,30 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
16.41 % |
R 7,13 |
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Apples |
R 8,61 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
-4.86 % |
R 9,05 |
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Oranges |
R 2,99 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
25.63 % |
R 2,38 |
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Avocados |
R 17,00 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
0.95 % |
R 16,84 |
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Grapes |
R 76,41 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
3.54 % |
R 73,80 |
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Mangos |
R 21,09 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
23.12 % |
R 17,13 |
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Pears |
R 9,42 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
6.92 % |
R 8,81 |
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Pineapples |
R 8,91 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
6.20 % |
R 8,39 |
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Peaches |
R 30,77 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
21.52 % |
R 25,32 |
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Lemons |
R 4,15 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
-3.26 % |
R 4,29 |
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Nectarines |
R 59,42 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
-35.31 % |
R 91,86 |
||
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Naartjies (Mandarins) |
R 6,59 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
11.69 % |
R 5,90 |
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Blueberries |
R 93,48 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
-16.33 % |
R 111,73 |
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Grapefruits |
R 4,02 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
12.29 % |
R 3,58 |
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
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Potatoes |
R 64,68 |
per 10Kg |
2026-07-10 |
32.76 % |
R 48,72 |
||||
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Tomatoes |
R 17,18 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
24.49 % |
R 13,80 |
||||
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Carrots |
R 6,77 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
4.80 % |
R 6,46 |
||||
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Onions |
R 82,74 |
per 10Kg |
2026-07-10 |
7.99 % |
R 76,62 |
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Cabbage |
R 3,51 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
10.73 % |
R 3,17 |
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Garlic |
R 52,78 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
-5.38 % |
R 55,78 |
||||
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Spinach |
R 3,49 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
2.95 % |
R 3,39 |
||||
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Sweet Potatoes |
R 4,45 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
24.30 % |
R 3,58 |
||||
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Peppers |
R 19,87 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
24.19 % |
R 16,00 |
||||
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Chillies |
R 8,63 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
6.81 % |
R 8,08 |
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Pumpkins |
R 2,56 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
-1.92 % |
R 2,61 |
||||
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Mushrooms |
R 94,26 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
16.34 % |
R 81,02 |
||||
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Butternuts |
R 4,98 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
9.69 % |
R 4,54 |
||||
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Green beans |
R 25,54 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
-5.37 % |
R 26,99 |
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
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Sheep A2/3 |
R 107,43 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
0.21 % |
R 107,20 |
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Feeder Lamb (Dual Purpose) |
R 56,52 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
-0.81 % |
R 56,98 |
||||
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Sheep AB2/3 |
R 93,00 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
4.49 % |
R 89,00 |
||||
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Sheep B2/3 |
R 81,20 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
3.11 % |
R 78,75 |
||||
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Sheep C2/3 |
R 77,60 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
1.44 % |
R 76,50 |
||||
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Wool 20 micron - Non RWS |
R 261,00 |
per Kg |
2026-06-12 |
0.00 % |
R 261,00 |
||||
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Wool 20 micron - RWS |
R 278,00 |
per Kg |
2026-06-12 |
0.00 % |
R 278,00 |
||||
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Mohair - Ave Non RWS |
R 419,00 |
per Kg |
2026-06-05 |
0.00 % |
R 419,00 |
||||
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
||||
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Beef A2/3 |
R 67,83 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
0.24 % |
R 67,67 |
||||
|
Weaners (200-250kg) |
R 47,40 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
4.87 % |
R 45,20 |
||||
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Beef AB2/3 |
R 65,00 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
-1.52 % |
R 66,00 |
||||
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Beef B2/3 |
R 60,25 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
1.26 % |
R 59,50 |
||||
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Beef C2/3 |
R 58,50 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
2.63 % |
R 57,00 |
||||
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
||||
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Kids (under 30kg) |
R 76,23 |
per kg |
2026-07-10 |
15.13 % |
R 66,21 |
||||
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Medium (30-40kg) |
R 62,22 |
per kg |
2026-07-10 |
0.94 % |
R 61,64 |
||||
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Large (above 40kg) |
R 54,67 |
per kg |
2026-07-10 |
25.59 % |
R 43,53 |
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Ewes (Goats) |
R 58,33 |
per kg |
2026-07-10 |
11.27 % |
R 52,42 |
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
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Poultry Frozen |
R 32,86 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
0.46 % |
R 32,71 |
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Poultry fresh |
R 38,88 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
0.65 % |
R 38,63 |
||||
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Poultry IQF |
R 35,57 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
0.71 % |
R 35,32 |
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Product Name |
Price |
Quantity Type |
Date |
Change |
Previous Price |
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Pork Porkers |
R 31,40 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
-2.39 % |
R 32,17 |
||||
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Pork Baconers |
R 30,21 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
-0.95 % |
R 30,50 |
||||
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Pork Sausage |
R 24,57 |
per Kg |
2026-07-10 |
-2.27 % |
R 25,14 |
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