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El Niño Returns: Why SA Agriculture Is Ready

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El Niño is back — but unlike previous drought cycles, South Africa enters the 2026/27 season with record soil moisture, dam levels at 95.5%, improved grain stocks and strong veld conditions. Absa AgriBusiness’ Loffie Brandt explains why the sector is better positioned, what risks remain, how rainfall timing and extreme heat will shape outcomes, and what producers should prioritise ahead of planting.
14 Sep 2PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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