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US Tariffs Move to 12.5%: What the Final Section 301 Ruling Means for SA Agriculture

The word from Washington is now official: effective midnight on 24 July 2026, the long-anticipated shift in American trade policy came into force. The United States has formally implemented...

How Regenerative Tourism is Unlocking New Value for Bergrivier Agriculture

As regenerative tourism emerges as a powerful driver of sustainable development, the Western Cape’s...

From Policy to Practice: The Meeting That Unlocked FMD Vaccine Access

The long-standing struggle over Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) control in South Africa reached a major...

Grain SA Slams JSE Decision on Soybean Price Model

Grain SA has expressed deep disappointment and strong disagreement following the Johannesburg Stock Exchange’s...

Ceres Fruit Growers Upgrades Strengthen South Africa’s Export Future

South Africa's apple and pear industry continues to invest in modern infrastructure to remain...

Fairview Shows How Agritourism Can Strengthen Modern Farming

As South African agriculture faces rising input costs, climate uncertainty, and changing consumer expectations, agritourism is increasingly being explored as a way for farms...

The Digital Frontier: Matlhane Maphoto’s National Agri-Tech Blueprint

In the heart of Ga-Maphoto, a rural village nestled in the Limpopo province, 22-year-old Matlhane Thabiso Maphoto is proving that the future of South...

Early Table Grape Season Tests Export Logistics

South Africa’s 2025/26 table grape season has entered a decisive early phase, with production volumes building steadily while export logistics continue to lag behind...

Waging War on FMD: Steenhuisen Unveils ‘Zero Tolerance’ Roadmap for 2026

As of late December 2025, South Africa’s livestock sector stands at a historic crossroads. After a year of devastating spread that saw Foot-and-Mouth Disease...

High Price of Celebration: Why This Year’s Christmas Lunch is Costing a Fortune

Whether it’s a formal roast in the oven, a traditional "Seven Colours" feast, or a relaxed family gathering, South Africans sit down for Christmas...

The Harvest of Hospitality Wellness and Agri-Tourism at Brahman Hills

South Africa, renowned globally for its natural beauty and diverse agricultural output, is currently experiencing a boom in Experiential Tourism—a trend blending agriculture, hospitality,...

Cut Costs, Cover More, Spray Smarter with VICAR Radial Turbine Sprayers

Over the past three seasons, Ikapa Trading in Grabouw—co-owned by Neels Thiart and supported by seasoned industry expert Mike Heath—has successfully conducted more than...

Grain SA: Year-Long Tariff Delay Sparks ‘Growing Doubts’ on SA Wheat Commitment

South Africa’s wheat industry is spiralling into a deepening crisis, but the real threat, according to Grain SA, is not just the price of...

Farmers Are More Optimistic: Confidence in Agriculture Jumps High

The mood in South African agriculture brightened in the final quarter of 2025, with the Agbiz/IDC Agribusiness Confidence Index (ACI) making a firm rebound....

Unlocking Water’s Hidden Potential for Healthier Crops and Livestock

A quiet revolution in South African agriculture is reshaping how farmers think about water. Dr. Chabad de la Fontaine, a naturopathic doctor and quantum...