One of the biggest problems is water. Droughts, floods, and pollution in major river systems have made it harder for farmers to keep crops alive and animals healthy. Without clean, steady water, farming becomes almost impossible.
Electricity and infrastructure are also daily struggles. Load-shedding disrupts irrigation systems, cold storage, and production. Roads and railways are often in poor condition, making it difficult to move food from the farm to the market.
Farmers are also squeezed by rising input costs—seeds, fertilizer, animal feed, and fuel are all more expensive. Yet, the prices they get for their products often don’t match these higher costs.
On top of this, crime and land issues create fear and uncertainty. Many farmers live under constant pressure, worried about safety for themselves, their workers, and their families.
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