How Climate Change Affects Farming in South Africa
Farmers Magazine | 12.05.2026 16:56
Climate change is changing farming in South Africa in direct and measurable ways. Farmers now deal with higher temperatures, unstable rainfall, and more frequent extreme weather. These shifts affect what can be grown, when it can be planted, and how much can be harvested. Agriculture in South Africa depends on predictable seasons, so any disruption creates risk across the entire food system. The result is lower productivity in many regions and rising pressure on farmers to adapt quickly. This challenge affects both large commercial farms and small-scale producers.
