South African farmers will start planting summer crops in October, and the outlook is encouraging

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Next month, October, we will start our 2025-26 summer grains and oilseed production season in South Africa. The outlook for the season looks optimistic with prospects of rain, which will benefit not only crops but the overall agricultural sector.

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Richard Humphries and Sam Mkokeli produce this podcast.

16 Sep English South Africa Investing · Food

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