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The Growing Power of Biological Inputs in SA

As South African farmers increasingly turn to regenerative practices to restore soil health and improve input efficiency, natural biological solutions are moving from alternative remedies to mainstream farm management tools. Among these, EM1 (Effective Microorganisms) and EM1 Animal Probiotic are gaining ground across multiple agricultural...

Upcoming Agricultural Events & Festivals: August – November 2026

The second half of 2026 brings an action-packed agricultural...

Free online export course to help Western Cape agro-processing businesses access global markets

The Western Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism...

A Sector at the Crossroads: What Tulbagh Means for South Africa’s Canning Industry

Premier Foods’ announcement that it has initiated a Section...

Moorreesburg Maak Reg Vir Swartlandskou in September

Moorreesburg maak gereed om van Woensdag 2 tot Saterdag...

Shifts in South Africa’s Agricultural Machinery Market

South Africa’s agricultural sector is undergoing a clear shift in its capital spending, transitioning from an optimistic start to a disciplined mid-year slowdown. According to Agbiz Chief Economist Wandile Sihlobo, monthly data from...

Tiger Brands Launches R200m Paarl Culinary Mega-Site

On 27 July 2026, food giant Tiger Brands officially launched its transformed Culinary mega-site in Paarl, delivering a major boost to the Western Cape’s agricultural value chain. The R200 million-plus expansion integrates primary...

Overberg Agri Joins Wacker Neuson Network to Elevate Western Cape Agricultural Support

Farmers and agricultural contractors across the Western Cape can look forward to expanded access to compact machinery and enhanced local support following the announcement that Overberg Agri has officially joined the Wacker Neuson...

South African Apples Take Centre Stage in China with Landmark Billboard Campaign

Demand for South African apples is reaching new heights in China, where standing out in the world's largest apple-producing country requires far more than supplying quality fruit—it requires earning consumers’ trust. That trust...

NAMPO Cape 2026 Unleashes Practical Innovation

The countdown is on! As farmers across the country navigate shifting climate patterns, soaring input costs, and evolving market demands, NAMPO Cape 2026 is stepping up to power the future of agriculture. Set to transform Bredasdorp Park from 9 to 12 September 2026, this premier trade show brings together producers, researchers, and agri-tech pioneers with a sharp, singular focus: practical innovation that boosts your bottom line. “NAMPO Cape creates that crucial meeting point between everyday farming challenges and cutting-edge ideas,” says Dr. Dirk Strydom, Managing Director of NAMPO (Pty) Ltd. “Whether it’s high-tech water management or a clever solution welded together in a farm workshop, innovation only matters when it...