Agricultural Market Information

Sub-division: Market information
Agricultural Market Information Reports
This sub-division collects data, analyses and distributes information on quantities as well as prices of selected agricultural produce.
The role of agricultural market information
- Enable farmers to negotiate with traders from a position of greater strength
- Information on price trends can provide valueable information for decision making
- Send clear price signals from urban consumers to rural producers regarding quantities and varieties required
- Enable farmers to make planting decisions in line with urban consumer demand, including those related to new crops
Services offered by this sub-division include:
- Monthly reports: compile monthly reports on quantities and prices of selected agricultural produce and distribute them to clients
- Extension and advisory services: provide market information advisory services to clients
- Compilation of databeses: compile and update databases on quatities and prices of selected agricultural products
- Production record keeping: provide production record keeping services, mentoring and support
If you need any advice or assistance please contact the following individuals:
Ms. Sindisiwe Dhlamini
Office no: 021 808 5211
Cell no: 079 178 6416
Ms. Tshifhiwa Labase
Office no: 021 808 7753
Cedll no: 073 368 2068