WATCH: Irrigation farmers warn of devastation as blackouts intensify
Grain SA wants Eskom to reduce load-shedding in irrigated areas until the end of February when the growing season ends, while AgriSA is meeting the Department of Agriculture to discuss the matter
11 January 2023 - 19:56
UPDATED 12 January 2023 - 13:20
Irrigation farmers are warning of crop failure and higher food prices as intensifying power cuts leave them unable to properly water summer crops.
Grain SA wants Eskom to consider reducing load-shedding in irrigated farming areas until the end of February and introduce steeper cuts in the winter months when less water is needed. ..
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