Lamb Prices Under Pressure While Pork Prices Rise – What Could Rainfall Mean for the Market? Lamb prices came under significant pressure this past week, while pork prices continued to rise against expectations. In this week’s market overview, we also discuss the potential impact of recent rainfall on meat and feed prices in the weeks ahead. This weekly update is …
Grain Markets Under Pressure Stronger Rand and Improved Crop Outlook Weigh on Prices Local grain markets started the week on a weaker footing. With the domestic crop outlook improving, markets are beginning to price in the possibility that South Africa may be forced to move significant volumes into deep-sea export channels. That reality is currently placing downward pressure on prices. …
Fruit Markets Under Heavy Pressure High Volumes Dominating the Market Fruit markets experienced a particularly difficult week, driven largely by weak demand and sharply higher volumes in several key categories. The dominant theme right now is clear: high seasonal supply is overwhelming demand, placing significant downward pressure on prices — especially in citrus, avocados and bananas. Here is a detailed …
Vegetable Markets Showing Signs of Stabilisation Demand Recovery vs Ongoing Supply Pressure Vegetable markets are starting to show early signs of improvement. While supply pressure remains evident — particularly after a very strong start to 2026 — demand is expected to recover toward the end of the month. This could create short-term support in selected markets over the coming week. …
Fruit Markets Under Pressure as Volumes Surge If you’re farming fruit right now, this is not the time to ignore the market. We’re entering a classic high-volume period, with apples, pears, citrus and avocados all ramping up. The challenge? Demand is simply not keeping pace with the growing supply. The key theme this week is clear: volumes are increasing faster …
Vegetable Markets Under Pressure: Demand Struggling to Keep Up If you’re farming fresh produce right now, this is not the week to ignore the markets. Potatoes are under pressure. Tomato prices have crashed by 40%. Volumes across several vegetable categories remain high — and in many cases, demand simply isn’t keeping up. The big question this week isn’t supply — …
Store Lamb Prices Recover, Slaughter Prices Remain Under Pressure, and Questions Around Namibian Sheep Imports Store lamb prices have shown a strong recovery, slaughter prices continue to decline, and new questions are emerging around sheep imports from Namibia. Meanwhile, wool prices remain firm. I also find myself wondering whether lower beef and mutton prices could start pulling pork and chicken …
Grain Markets on Edge: Rainfall Concerns and Global Optimism Stir Prices There is growing concern about uneven local rainfall causing patchy dry conditions across parts of the country. The big question is: is it enough to significantly move the markets? At the same time, positive news from China and the United States has lifted soybean prices internationally. We unpack all …
Fruit Markets Under Pressure as Volumes Surge Across the Board It was a challenging week for the fruit markets, with higher volumes placing pressure on most categories. As new-season supply builds momentum, prices are adjusting accordingly — and in many cases, sharply lower. Here is your latest fruit market overview. Bananas Under Heavy Pressure Banana prices declined by 14% to …
Vegetable Markets Under Pressure as Volumes Surge and Quality Declines This week, the vegetable market is facing a perfect storm. Potato prices are sliding sharply, volumes are surging across major markets, and heat damage is starting to impact quality. For traders and producers planning harvests, this is a critical period. This report is proudly sponsored by Storm Agri, manufacturers of …
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