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Pixel-Powered Produce: Tru-Cape Gamifies the Orchard for a New Generation

Tru-Cape is giving fresh produce a high-tech overhaul as South Africa’s agricultural sector redefines how it connects with modern consumers. Long regarded as simple everyday items on supermarket shelves,...

Agriculture’s Future still belongs to Human Hands

Digital tools and AI are accelerating modern agriculture—but human judgment, distinct branding, and real...

Free online export course to help Western Cape agro-processing businesses access global markets

The Western Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT), in partnership with the...

A Sector at the Crossroads: What Tulbagh Means for South Africa’s Canning Industry

Premier Foods’ announcement that it has initiated a Section 189 consultation process to wind...

Tiger Brands Launches R200m Paarl Culinary Mega-Site

On 27 July 2026, food giant Tiger Brands officially launched its transformed Culinary mega-site...

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...

Justin Chadwick: Honouring a Citrus Giant as He Steps Down from CGA

As the Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa (CGA) gathered in Gqeberha for its 2025 Citrus Summit, one of the most emotional and defining...

Africa Agri Tech Conference 2025: Embracing Innovation for a Resilient Future

The Africa Agri Tech Conference, held at the CSIR Convention Centre in Pretoria from 18-20 March 2025, gathered industry experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to...

Agribusiness Confidence Grows as Weather, Exports, and Investment Improve

The Agbiz/IDC Agribusiness Confidence Index (ACI) increased 11 points from Q4 2024 to 70 in Q1 2025. This is the third consecutive improvement, placing...

Inspired Path Showcases Wesland Boerdery’s Sustainability Efforts

In the picturesque farming town of Porterville, a transformation is taking place—one that blends tradition with innovation. Inspired Path, a dynamic video production company...

South Africa Wine Raises Concern Over New Tax Hike on Industry

South Africa Wine has expressed deep disappointment following the government's latest budget announcement, describing the new excise tax increase as a damaging blow to...