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A New Dawn for South African Agriculture: Minister Steenhuisen Charts a Bold Path Forward

The 2025/26 Budget Vote Speech delivered by Minister of Agriculture, Honourable John Steenhuisen, was more than just a financial report—it was a bold vision for transforming South African agriculture. Presented in Parliament on 8 July 2025, the Minister’s address laid out a clear roadmap...

Wine Industry Confronts Harsh Tariff Blow from United States

The South African wine industry is grappling with a...

Atlantic Fertilisers: A Decade of Growth and Community Engagement

In 2015, the Herholdt family of Philadelphia and the...

Groblershoop se Neutfees plant hoop vir blink toekoms

Op 21 Junie 2025 het , ’n landbougemeenskap langs...

Durbanville Set to Reveal Landmark Pinotage at Sold-Out Taste of Terroir Red Wine Showcase

The countdown to Durbanville Wine Valley’s much-anticipated Taste of...

Breaking New Ground: South African agriculture’s Post-Tariff Landscape

South African agriculture faces a defining moment. As the US 30% tariff on South African goods looms, effective August 1st, leading industry bodies – Agri SA, Agbiz, and the Citrus Growers’ Association of...

New Dawn for South African Poultry: Vaccination Takes Flight Against Bird Flu

South Africa's poultry sector, a cornerstone of our nation's food security, is embarking on a historic journey. After years of grappling with devastating avian influenza (AI) outbreaks, leading to mass culling and crippling...

Farewell to a Wine Pioneer: Dawid Saayman’s Legacy Rooted Deep in South African Soil

It is with sadness that the South African wine industry mourns the passing of Dawid Saayman, a true legend whose pioneering work in soil science and viticulture profoundly shaped the country's winemaking landscape. His contributions over a distinguished 50-year career have left an indelible mark, earning him widespread respect and recognition. A Pioneer in Terroir Dawid Saayman was renowned as a soil scientist specialising in viti-viniculture. His most influential contribution was arguably his instrumental role in defining and understanding the concept of terroir in South Africa. He dedicated his career to identifying and interpreting the intricate interplay of geology, soil types, and climate within the South African 'Wine of Origin' scheme....