Watch – Meat may get cheaper as El Niño looms

South Africa is heading into an El Niño drought season with a record maize harvest of 17.6 million tonnes, well above annual domestic needs of about 12 million. In a Daily Maverick Business Chat, economist Wandile Sihlobo discusses the outlook for farmers and consumers, including rising fertiliser and fuel costs and foot-and-mouth disease limiting beef exports. Meat and vegetables may remain affordable, while starch prices could rise slightly.