Discussion | After Uptick in Q1, Sentiment Dips in Q2

Discussion | After uptick in Q1, sentiment dips in Q2

After a notable uptick in the first quarter of 2025, the Agbiz-IDC Agribusiness Confidence index dropped in the second quarter.

Agribusiness confidence slips amid trade and disease worries

Despite strong summer production conditions, agribusiness confidence dipped in Q2 2025. Agbiz points to geopolitical risks and local disease outbreaks as key concerns. Agribusiness confidence slips amid trade and disease worries appeared first on Food For Mzansi

What is the future of agriculture in South Africa?

Agriculture is one of the most vital sectors in the South African economy, both in terms of meeting the needs of a highly food-insecure nation and as a major contributor to the economy. Close to 20% of the South African population is food insecure. Yet, the country grows more than enough food, and…

South African agribusiness optimism remains despite confidence index dip

Despite the slight decline, the current level of the ACI implies that South African agribusinesses remain optimistic about business conditions in the country

South African citrus market faces uncertainty

Approximately 5% of South African citrus exports are exported to the United States, valued at approximately $97.9 million in MY 2023-24.  The post Agronometrics in Charts: South African citrus market faces uncertainty over tariffs and AGOA renewal appeared first on FreshFruitPortal.com. Keep reading