Global Food Security Index from EIU and DuPont
 Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) unveiled on Tuesday the Global Food Security Index, a dynamic scoring tool that measures the various drivers of food security in 105 nations and assesses vulnerabilities country by country. DuPont is the exclusive sponsor.
This powerful tool is designed to be used by everyone who is concerned about food security - policymakers, business and industry, NGOs and community leaders and academics and students. |
BUSA also lowers its growth forecast for 2012
 Commenting on the latest World Bank forecast for economic growth in South Africa in 2012, BUSA has also recently revised its outlook for growth to about 2.5% compared with 2.7% a few months ago. This weaker growth performance has been the outcome of both deteriorating global economic conditions as well as domestic constraints on growth. Growth in SA has lost momentum. Download media release»
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BUSA Annual Report 2012
Busa's latest annual review which was disseminated at the 8th AGM yesterday. Download review» |
New BUSA leaders introduced
Busa has elected its new BUSA office bearers for the next period of two years. Downoad media release» |
Powering Agriculture: An Energy Grand Challenge for Development
 USAID has partnered with the Government of Sweden, Duke Energy, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), and the African Development Bank (AfDB) to create Powering Agriculture: An Energy Grand Challenge for Development.
This Grand Challenge seeks to transform agricultural productivity and incomes by increasing access to clean energy solutions at all points from farm to market. The focus is on innovative clean energy technologies and innovative business models that can be scaled. While all kinds of organisations are eligible to apply, there is a focus on harnessing the private sector.The official request for proposals has not yet been issued, but it is a good idea to keep your eye on this. Anyone can join the online community of innovators and submit comments and ideas on the Powering Ag website.
Find further information on the Grand Challenge on the Powering Ag website.
Click here to access the pre-solicitation notice»
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FEWS NET Southern Africa, July 2012
 The Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET) monitors trends in staple food prices in countries vulnerable to food insecurity. For each FEWS NET country and region, the Price Bulletin provides a set of charts showing monthly prices in the current marketing year in selected urban centers and allowing users to compare current trends with both five-year average prices, indicative of seasonal trends, and prices in the previous year.
Download the Price Bulletin analysing June 2012 price trends of major cereal commodities. |
Export of Citrus Fruit to China and Korea
Protocol on Sanitary and Phytosanitary measures Requirements
 South African, Chinese and Korean governments have recently reached an agreement on the Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS) requirements protocol of South African export of Citrus fruit to China and Korea. The protocol pertains only to phytosanitary requirements. Other standards and requirements regarding food and feed safety quality also apply to South Africa, but are outside the scope of this protocol. Click the links for more information:
Protocol for export of fresh citrus fruit - Korea»
Protocol for export of fresh citrus fruit - China»
Please do not hesitate to contact Herbital Maluleke at e-mail Herbital@agbiz.co.za or tel: 012 807 6686 for clarity. |
Briefing session on trade and investment opportunities in Taiwan and Singapore
 BUSA and the South Africa Chamber of Commerce (SACCI) invite Agbiz members to a briefing session on trade and investment opportunities in Taiwan and Singapore. The briefing session will be held on Monday, 30th July 2012 from 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm at BUSA's Offices. Guest speakers will address the business environment in both countries as well as discuss two-way trade and investment opportunities between Taiwan, Singapore with South Africa.
This briefing session will serve as a preparatory meeting for companies and organizations interested in participating in the Taiwan - Singapore trade and investment mission scheduled for 26th - 30th August, 2012.
Please Mpumie Mabaso for more information at e-mail: Mpumelelo.mabaso@busa.org.za |
Tender opportunity for agribusinesses
Malawi
SECTOR: Irrigation
DEADLINE: 27 August 2012
POSTED: 11 July 2012
PROJECT: Agriculture Infrastructure Support Project (AISP)
TITLE: Construction of irrigation schemes in various districts
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Agri-Food Career & Bursary Fair
Sustainable Food for Life
22 - 23 August 2012 | University of Pretoria
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Zimele Developing Community Farmers Day
Focusing on upcoming planting season for potatoes, dry beans and maize
9 August 2012 | Swayimane | Wartburg
For more information contant Mr Hannes Mentz at 082 923 2627. |
Agri Mega Week 2012
One Agriculture - One Vision
13 - 15 September 2012 | Bredasdorp
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Trade and Investment Mission to Cameroon
22 September - 3 October 2012
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International PMA Fresh Summit 2012
26 - 28 October 2012 | Anaheim | California
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