The implementation of the cassava value chain project is undertaking a data collection phase, this is according to Dr Moses Lubinga, Cassava Project Manager.
“We have started with KwaZulu-Natal Province in partnership with the uMhlathuze local municipality and the KZN Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD).
As you are aware, KZN rural farmers have been planting cassava for many years” he said.

Since the launch of the Agriculture and Agro-processing Master Plan (AAMP) in May of 2022, considerable groundwork has been covered. Industries have similarly done preparations to begin the process of implementing the models proposed in the AAMP.

CGA CEO Justin Chadwick, kicks off our September newsletter with a review of the citrus season so far and the perfect storm of challenges currently faced by our industry. With industry experts forecasting that less than 20% of the industry is likely to end above break-even returns at the end of 2022, it is clear […]