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Why the biggest risk to agriculture lies beneath our feet
South Africa’s agricultural sector is confronting a strategic challenge that extends far beyond farming. As climate risks intensify and production costs rise, the economics of traditional agriculture are becoming increasingly difficult to sustain.
The country’s most valuable productive asset, its soil, has lost between 9.3% and 14.9% of its organic carbon in the top 0- 30 centimetres, a decline that exceeds the global average of 3.6%. For agribusiness owners, that translates into higher operating costs, greater climate risk and growing pressure to rethink long-term investment decisions.
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Nedbank urges medium-sized businesses to accelerate sustainability efforts
South African businesses are no strangers to disruption. Although the electricity supply has stabilised, deeper structural challenges are emerging.
How South Africa’s farmers can grow profitability through sustainability
South Africa’s agricultural sector continues to outperform expectations.
Why businesses must future-proof against climate change
The price tag and impact of failure to respond to climate change should push businesses to mobilise resources to implement both adaptive and mitigative initiatives.
From survival to leadership: SA manufacturing’s reinvention imperative
South Africa’s manufacturing sector faces an uncertain future, with international trade regulations adding pressure for businesses to align with global environmental standards or face exclusion.
WATCH | How businesses can prepare for SA’s looming 17% water deficit
South Africa faces a projected 17% water deficit within five years, prompting businesses across sectors to rethink their water strategies.
Water risk a reality for SA businesses
South African businesses face immediate water risks, with global data showing 20% of companies report supply chain water threats.
Nedbank Commercial Banking enables our partners with the products and services they need to sustain their businesses in ways that are commercially sound, yet sustainable and supportive of the economy and the people who rely on it for their livelihoods.
