Following a high-level trade and diplomatic mission to the United States (USA), Premier Alan Winde has reaffirmed the Western Cape Government’s commitment to protecting the province's agri-exporters, placing agricultural trade preservation, market access, and AGOA advocacy at the center of critical engagements in Washington...
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...
The Western Cape Department of Agriculture marked a major historical milestone on 17 September 2026, celebrating the centenary of the Langgewens Research Farm. Gathered at the facility, researchers, producers, industry stakeholders, and government...
Mobi-kraal is a free, open-access toolkit launched by the Cape Leopard Trust (CLT) to give farmers an effective, non-lethal solution to protect small-stock flocks from nocturnal predators. In the agricultural sector, livestock losses...
South Africa’s premier white grape variety is under the spotlight once again as the 20th edition of the FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 competition officially announces its 20 finalists. Selected from 159...
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 at the Darling Sport Club, this iconic three-day festival stands as both a celebration of spring flora and a critical reminder of the delicate balance between commercial farming and biodiversity stewardship.
A Critically Endangered Agricultural Neighbor
The fertile Swartland region is renowned for its commercial production of wheat, canola, livestock, and wine grapes. However, these agricultural landscapes share immediate borders with Swartland Granite Renosterveld and ancient lowland fynbos—ecosystems considered among the most threatened habitats on Earth.
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