The final session of Nation in Conversation 2026 at NAMPO Harvest Day turned the spotlight onto one of the biggest realities shaping modern agriculture: global trade.
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- 15 May 2026
- Nasie in Gesprek
- 43
Day three of Nation in Conversation 2026 at NAMPO Harvest Day shifted the focus from production challenges and policy discussions to one of the agricultural sector’s most powerful tools: its narrative.
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Day two of Nation in Conversation 2026 at NAMPO Harvest Day placed some of South Africa’s most pressing agricultural challenges under the spotlight, with focused discussions on foot-and-mouth disease, water security, and the future potential of biofuels in the local agricultural economy.
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The opening session of Nation in Conversation 2026 at NAMPO Harvest Day delivered a strong message to producers facing mounting economic pressure: farming remains one of the most important and resilient industries in the world, but success will depend on smarter thinking, diversification and disciplined decision-making.
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- 22 July 2025
- Tobias Doyer
- 5357
I was very encouraged by an apparent change in approach towards regulations by government when Minister John Steenhuisen MP revoked the designation of Leaf Services.
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Nation in Conversation, Session Six – Nampo 2025
In this highly anticipated discussion marked by tension and a need for clarity, panel members unpacked South Africa’s recently enacted Expropriation Act and its implications for agriculture, land ownership, and property rights. While there was broad agreement that the outdated 1975 legislation needed replacing, views diverged sharply over whether the new Act offers a clear path forward or deepens uncertainty, especially for farmers and agricultural investors.
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Nation in Conversation, Session Five – Nampo 2025
As water and other resources become increasingly scarce, particularly on dryland farms, emerging technologies such as precision farming and artificial intelligence are transforming commercial agriculture. In this session, facilitator Anlie Hattingh led a practical discussion on how these tools can help farmers boost productivity, use resources more efficiently, and lessen their environmental footprint while remaining financially viable.
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Nation in Conversation, Session Four – Nampo 2025
The fourth session of Nation in Conversation at Nampo 2025 brought together experts from academia, industry, and producer organisations to tackle a vital question: what lies ahead for commercial agriculture, and how can the sector prepare to thrive in a rapidly changing world?
From climate change and digital transformation to shifting global markets and generational transitions on farms, the challenges are real, but so are the opportunities. The panel discussion centred on how South African farmers and stakeholders can adapt, innovate, and implement strategies to ensure a prosperous future for this vital industry.
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Nation in Conversation, Session Three – Nampo 2025
With rising environmental pressures and a growing need for long-term resilience, the third session of Nation in Conversation at Nampo 2025 critically examined how South African agriculture can adapt to meet Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals with our available resources. Moderated by Anlie Hattingh, this discussion brought together a dynamic panel including Dr Danie Jordaan (University of Pretoria), Herman de Kock (Nedbank), Jolanda Andrag (AgriSA), and producer Cobus van Coller. Their insights revealed the urgency and opportunity embedded in sustainable agriculture, particularly within global uncertainty and domestic economic strain.
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Nation in Conversation Session One – Nampo 2025
Agriculture is one of the pillars of South Africa’s economy, a sector that feeds the nation, drives exports, and anchors thousands of rural communities. Yet, without functioning rural infrastructure, agriculture cannot thrive. Failing roads, collapsing rail, water insecurity, and unreliable electricity are not just inconveniences but barriers to productivity, investment and growth.
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