Will the fuel price increase affect groundnut production in South Africa?
The tremendous increase in the fuel price in South Africa could af-fect the producers¡¯ profit if the seeds are to be sold in remote areas. The average annual gross value of groundnuts for the past five years up to 2005/06 is approximately R332 million.
How are groundnuts transported in South Africa?
The most frequent mode of transport for groundnuts is by road trucks or railway wagons and ships, and in very rare instances air cargo can be used. The tremendous increase in the fuel price in South Africa could af-fect the producers¡¯ profit if the seeds are to be sold in remote areas.
How to irrigate groundnuts in South Africa?
Most of the cultivated groundnuts in South Africa are under dry land. Irrigation can be done in areas with limited soil moisture/low rainfall areas so that production and quality can be maximised. The irrigation method will depend on the available water resources and the available irrigation equip-ment.