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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...

FNB Drives Climate-Smart Farming in SA

Agricultural systems have a central role to play in food security, rural development, and the sustainable management of natural resources. As South Africa assumes...

China Suspends South African Meat Imports Over FMD Outbreaks

China has suspended imports of South African products derived from cloven-hoofed animals, including beef, due to ongoing foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks. Announced on 8...

Fuel Price Drop: A Vital Lift for South African Agriculture

On 7 May 2025, South Africa’s fuel prices dropped significantly, offering critical relief to the agricultural sector during the fuel-intensive harvest of grains, oilseeds,...

Orange River Flooding Threatens Northern Cape Agriculture

The Orange River in South Africa's Northern Cape is experiencing significant flooding due to substantial releases from the Vaal, Bloemhof, Gariep, and Vanderkloof dams....

Western Cape Renews Key Agriculture Partnerships to Boost Farmer Support and Sector Growth

The  Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA) and commodity partners met yesterday to renew their Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) for another five years. This...

De Rustica Wins Big at EVOOLEUM 2025

South African Extra Virgin Olive Oils (EVOOs) continue to match up to the international industry giants and to score highly in international competitions. SA...

Aartappelmot-moniteringsprojek brei landwyd uit

’n Langtermyn aartappelmot-moniteringsprojek in die Sandveld het oor agt jaar soveel sukses getoon dat dit nou na die noorde van Suid-Afrika uitgebrei word. Aartappelmot (Phthorimaea...

Fruit South Africa Announces Major Leadership Changes to Strengthen Industry Vision

Fruit South Africa (Fruit SA) has announced significant leadership changes within its Board of Directors, effective 1 April 2025. These appointments signal a new...

From Wijnappels to World Markets: Celebrating 363 Years of South Africa’s Apple Industry

On April 17, 363 years ago, the seeds for one of South Africa’s most significant agricultural industries were sown—quite literally. On 17 April 1662,...

Honeybush Innovation Brings Growth to Garden Route Farmers

In the misty mountains and rolling fields of the Garden Route, a new chapter is unfolding for small-scale honeybush farmers and wild harvesters. A...