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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...

Stellenbosch University Ag-Tech Spinouts Drive Smart Farming

At the 2026 CEO Awards, Stellenbosch University celebrated a spinout portfolio generating over R630...

AGOA Extended to 2028: Vital Relief with a Deadline

Following the initial U.S. Senate vote in early August, the United States Congress has...

Farm-to-Urban Retail: How Babylonstoren Uses Agritourism Pop-Ups to Extend Its

As the lines between agriculture, tourism, and direct-to-consumer retail continue to blur, Cape Winelands...

System Migration Triggers Major Backlog at Durban Gateway Terminal

At the Durban Gateway Terminal (DGT)—formerly Durban Container Terminal Pier 2—a critical software transition...

Our Next Harvest Isn’t Just Crops — It’s Cultivating People

This is more than a season of good rain or export success. It’s a moment of cultural shift. South African agriculture is putting talent,...

The Heart of the Klein Karoo: When Tariffs Threaten Livelihoods

In the sun-drenched Klein Karoo, a region synonymous with the majestic ostrich, a quiet anxiety is simmering. It’s not the familiar concern of drought...

Breaking New Ground: South African agriculture’s Post-Tariff Landscape

South African agriculture faces a defining moment. As the US 30% tariff on South African goods looms, effective August 1st, leading industry bodies –...

Calling All Agri-Processing Businesses in Food, Beverages and Hospitality!

The Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA) is calling on agri-processing businesses operating in the food, beverage, and hospitality sectors to apply for the...

Agbiz/IDC Agribusiness Confidence Index Declines Mildly in Q2 2025

After a strong start to 2025, South Africa’s agribusiness sector experienced a slight dip in confidence in the second quarter. According to Wandile Sihlobo,...

From Multinational to Local Hands: Can Ashton’s Fruit Industry Thrive After Tiger?

After years of uncertainty and drawn-out negotiations, the sale of Langeberg and Ashton Foods by Tiger Brands marks a dramatic shift in the future...

From Farm to the World: Gauteng Powers Afrex’s Floral Export Boom

As Gauteng continues to position itself as South Africa’s logistics and export nerve centre, Afrex South Africa has made a bold investment in the...

Homegrown Flash Gala Apple Hits Major Milestone

Just six years after its debut on the international stage, South Africa’s homegrown apple brand, Flash Gala, has reached a remarkable milestone. For the...

Nedbank and PrysWys Transform Agri-Finance in SA

A new era of agri-finance and trading has arrived, and Nedbank Agribusiness is proud to announce a game-changing collaboration with PrysWys, South Africa’s leading...

South Africa’s Agricultural Sector Adapts as U.S. Tariffs Challenge Exports and Jobs

South Africa’s agricultural community is grappling with new trade hurdles after the United States imposed tariffs following President Donald Trump’s "Liberation Day" announcement on...