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How Raw Agronomic Data Becomes Actionable Farm Management

Data-driven decision-making lies at the heart of modern agriculture, yet the sheer volume of weather readings, soil metrics, and localized trial information available today does not guarantee better farming outcomes. Access to information alone does not automatically translate into higher yields, improved resource efficiency,...

Woordfees 2026 highlights Stellenbosch viticulture and wine heritage

As Stellenbosch Wine Routes celebrates its 55th anniversary this...

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...

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...

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

NAMPO Kaap 2026 het vanaf 9 tot 12 September 2026 op Bredasdorp Park plaasgevind en ondanks wisselvallige weer gedurende die laaste twee skoudae, het 37 294 besoekers vanjaar na dié landbou-ekspo gestroom. Buiten...

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

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...

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 the world, Rooibos has evolved from a wild shrub in the Cederberg mountains into one of South Africa's most recognizable agricultural exports, with brands like Laager Rooibos established as household names that bring communities together. "As South Africans, we often celebrate our heritage through food and music, and Rooibos is especially deserving of such recognition," says Candice Sessions, Marketing Manager for Laager Rooibos. "It is uniquely South African, deeply rooted in our landscape and culture, and has...