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Persistent rain a welcomed change after drought: Economist

The country has been experienced constant rainfall recently. This has seen some flood damage being reported in other areas. While rains can have both positive and negative impacts on agriculture, but heavy rains can damage crops and disrupt the agricultural supply chain, while on the other hand improved rainfall can benefit crops, livestock, and horticulture. To get a clearer picture of the impact of these recent rains, the Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa, Wandile Sihlobo

Published: 16 January 2025