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Why India’s Changing Tariff Landscape is a Must-Watch for South African Fruit Growers

For decades, South African apple and pear producers have enjoyed a strong reputation in global markets, built on a foundation of exceptional quality, consistency, and value. Among these export...

NERSA-ondersoek bevestig kommer oor elektrisiteitstariewe

AgriSA verwelkom die amptelike publikasie van die Nasionale Energiereguleerder van Suid-Afrika (NERSA) se Konsep...

Western Cape Economy Outperforms National Growth

The Western Cape economy has once again demonstrated its remarkable resilience, outperforming national economic...

Regenerative Agriculture: ‘How Do We Grow More?’ to ‘How Do We Grow Better?’

Every day, South African farmers demonstrate remarkable resilience as they navigate a highly demanding...

Grain SA Sets Out Five Concerns Over Wheat Tariff Decision

Grain SA has released a new briefing note outlining what it believes are five...

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...

Saving South Africa’s Bees: Why Collaborative Action Is Urgently Needed

When a Worcester-based beekeeper, who provides large-scale pollination services to farms, arrived to inspect his hives at a blueberry farm, he was met with...

South African Table Grapes Get Green Light for Philippines

South Africa’s agricultural sector has achieved a significant milestone with the approval to export fresh table grapes to the Philippines. This breakthrough follows nearly...

Vergelegen: A Conservation Triumph for Wildlife

On World Wildlife Day, celebrated on 3 March, Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West marked the remarkable growth of its diverse wildlife population. Thanks...

Sensoru: Never Run Dry Monitor Water Tank Level Sensor

Tired of water crises striking at the worst possible moments? Whether you're heading out for a family weekend or managing livestock on a remote...

Landbouweekblad se Volhoubare Landboukonferensie 2025

Op 19 Maart 2025 bied Landbouweekblad in samewerking met die landbouverenigings van Moorreesburg en Piketberg ’n baanbrekende eendagkonferensie aan. Hierdie konferensie, wat in Moorreesburg...

Branding Livestock: A Timeless Defence Against South Africa’s Stock Theft Crisis

Branding livestock has been an essential practice in South Africa and the world for over 6,000 years. Serving as a means of identifying and...

Western Cape Welcomes Botswana’s Lift on Vegetable Import Ban

Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Dr Ivan Meyer, welcomes the lifting of the ban on vegetable exports to Botswana. Minister Meyer...

Welgemeen Boerdery Triumphs at CFG Awards for Excellence in Fruit Production

Welgemeen Boerdery, situated in the Witzenberg Valley, has earned top honors for overall excellence at the Ceres Fruit Growers (CFG) annual awards. The farm’s...

Unexpected Load-Shedding Chaos Disrupts South African Agriculture

South Africa’s agricultural sector is reeling from the sudden return of load-shedding, which escalated to Stage 6 on February 23, 2025, before being reduced...