While many South Africans look forward to snowfall each winter, every South African Weather Service (SAWS) warning tells a very different story for farmers. Why snow and cold weather threaten livestockIt’s not just the snow that poses a danger. For this reason, SAWS routinely urges farmers to take precautions whenever severe winter weather is forecast. More than just a weather forecastFor most South Africans, a snow forecast may simply mean colder temperatures and picturesque landscapes. Every severe winter weather warning carries consequences far beyond the forecast itself, serving as a reminder that while snow may be beautiful, it can also pose a significant threat to South Africa’s agricultural sector.