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Various regions of SA have started receiving their 2025/2026 summer rains. The rains will ensure excellent production conditions and that the agricultural season begins on time. Farmers are relatively optimistic and intend to plant 4.5-million hectares of summer grains and oilseeds, a 1% increase from the 2024/25 season. Importantly, the favourable rains also help improve the grazing veld for livestock and are beneficial to the horticulture industry.
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