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Thursday, October 1, 2026

South Africa and Namibia Prepare for Historic Lamb Champs Invitational

The Lamb Champs Invitational is officially set following the final regional qualifier on 24 September in Paarl, where Kyla Wasserman (1st place with a Dohne Merino) claimed top honours, securing her spot alongside the country's top livestock producers. On 31 October 2026, Pretoria’s Silverlakes Farm...

AgriSA and ISS Join Forces to Drive Evidence-Based Rural Safety

In a major move to address crime across South...

US Mission Targets Market Access and Tariff Relief for Western Cape Agri-Exporters

Following a high-level trade and diplomatic mission to the...

Key Takeaways from MacDay KZN

Macadamias South Africa (SAMAC) convened regional growers at the...

NAMPO Kaap 2026: Landbou-Innovasie en Leefstyl op Bredasdorp Park

NAMPO Kaap 2026 het vanaf 9 tot 12 September...

Woordfees 2026 highlights Stellenbosch viticulture and wine heritage

As Stellenbosch Wine Routes celebrates its 55th anniversary this year, the upcoming Woordfees (3–11 October) will put a spotlight on the region's rich viticultural heritage, farm stories, and key cultivars. Beyond its literary and...

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...

AFMA Forum Unites Regional Leaders to Tackle Feed Security and Innovation

The 12th Animal Feed Manufacturers Association (AFMA) Forum, hosted at Sun City from 8 to 10 September 2026, gathered over 900 registered delegates representing approximately 273 organisations across more than 30 countries. Surpassing the...

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...

SA Wheat at a Turning Point: Securing Local Production

SA wheat production stands at a critical crossroads, and what happens on the farm today directly impacts food security for almost every household in South Africa. Wheat-based foods are consumed across the vast majority of homes, with bread serving as the primary staple and a fundamental component of the daily food basket. Wheat is therefore not merely an agricultural commodity; it forms part of the country's essential basic food infrastructure. Despite this vital role, local production is shrinking rapidly. The total area planted to wheat has fallen to levels not seen in nearly a century, while overall harvest projections continue to drop. Because South Africa already relies heavily on imports...