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Key Takeaways from MacDay KZN

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Macadamias South Africa (SAMAC) convened regional growers at the Premier Splendid Inn in Umhlanga for the KwaZulu-Natal leg of MacDay on the Road 2026. Designed to bridge macro-level international market dynamics with practical on-farm decisions, the event welcomed growers, agronomists, researchers, and Deputy Minister...

Private Sector Enlisted to Scale Up Local Foot and Mouth Disease Vaccine Production

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In a major breakthrough for South Africa’s agricultural sector,...

Stellenbosch University engineers develop new tech to help farmers track jackal behaviour

Farming
Stellenbosch University engineers have developed an automated, solar-powered biotelemetry...

Lamb Champs 2026: Die Grootste Wes-Kaapse Fees Ooit Wink op Erfenisdag!

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Met Erfenisdag op 24 September 2026 om die draai,...

A Century of Soil, Science, and Seasons: Langgewens Celebrates 100 Years

Farming
The Western Cape Department of Agriculture marked a major...

Agri-Tourism in Focus: Babylonstoren Unveils Water Buffalo Tour at Rietvlei

Deep in the heart of the Franschhoek Valley, Babylonstoren has expanded its agricultural tourism portfolio with a hands-on, multi-sensory Water Buffalo Tour at its Rietvlei property. Designed as an immersive journey for visitors...

Rooibos: How an Indigenous Crop Built a Global Agribusiness Heritage

As Heritage Month celebrates the traditions that unite South Africans, Laager Rooibos reflects on a homegrown icon that has become a fundamental part of the nation's identity and agricultural footprint. Grown nowhere else in...

The Agricultural and Ecological Imperative of the Darling Wildflower Show

The Darling Wildflower Show returns from 18 to 20 September 2026, marking an essential event for the agricultural and conservation sectors as the small town of Darling bursts into vibrant spring colour. Hosted...

Karoo-gasvryheid op sy beste by die 5de Saai Karoo Landboufees op Laingsburg

Die Saai Karoo Landboufees vind op 30 en 31 Oktober 2026 op die Laingsburg Sportgronde plaas en beloof om boere, gemeenskappe én die jeug byeen te bring vir twee dae van kennis, inspirasie...

Protecting What Matters: Land Tenure and Agricultural Financing

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During a panel discussion titled "Protecting What Matters," hosted by Food for Mzansi at NAMPO Cape 2026, key agricultural leaders gathered to address structural bottlenecks within South Africa's farming economy. Facilitated by Food for Mzansi co-founder Ivor Price, the panel featured Minister of Agriculture Willie Aucamp and Land Bank CEO Jabu Mphambo. A central focus was the critical connection between state land leasing, access to capital, and long-term farm viability. Minister Aucamp noted that relying on temporary lease agreements prevents farmers from building equity or securing commercial capital. "The moment that you have the title deed and that you go to a bank and you apply for finance, they do...

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