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Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Sauvignon Blanc Takes Center Stage at Woordfees

One cultivar. Eleven producers. A hundred stories—and plenty to taste. South Africa’s Sauvignon Blanc sector will highlight its viticultural diversity and regional character at Die Storie van Sauvignon Blanc, a dedicated industry presentation and guided tasting at the 2026 Toyota Stellenbosch Woordfees on Thursday, 8...

How Raw Agronomic Data Becomes Actionable Farm Management

Data-driven decision-making lies at the heart of modern agriculture,...

South Africa and Namibia Prepare for Historic Lamb Champs Invitational

The Lamb Champs Invitational is officially set following the...

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...

South Africa Seeks Middle East Market Access to Support Foot-and-Mouth Affected Livestock Sector

The South African Department of Agriculture has completed a high-level working visit across Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) aimed at expanding agricultural trade and opening critical market access for...

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

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,...

Stellenbosch University engineers develop new tech to help farmers track jackal behaviour

Stellenbosch University engineers have developed an automated, solar-powered biotelemetry system to track black-backed jackals, opening the door to smarter, non-lethal predator management for livestock farmers. Black-backed jackals remain one of the most severe threats...

Lamb Champs 2026: Die Grootste Wes-Kaapse Fees Ooit Wink op Erfenisdag!

Met Erfenisdag op 24 September 2026 om die draai, maak die Hoër Landbouskool Boland in die Paarl gereed om die finale streeksfees van vanjaar se gewilde Lamb Champs-kompetisie aan te bied. Geleë in die...

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 officials reflected on 100 years of scientific leadership, agricultural innovation, and farmer support across South Africa's dryland grain production regions. Purchased by the department in 1926 as a hub for scientific experimentation, Langgewens has grown into one of the country's premier dryland agricultural research centers, driving key advances in grain yield, conservation agriculture, and soil health. Honoring a Century of Agricultural Excellence Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Dr Ivan Meyer, joined Dr Mogale Sebopetsa, Head...