As was expected, 2016 was an extremely challenging tumultuous year for the agribusiness environment and farmers alike. The prevailing drought of the previous years continued its devastation over much of the country, and a declining economy and resultant constrained...

Economic growth in South Africa was weak in 2016 with growth being dragged down by political uncertainty, weak global demand, contractions in exports and a lack of structural reforms. Falling investments and persistent drought also added to the numerous challenges...