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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...

Jongboer van die Jaar: Bou Jou Toekoms in Landbou!

Die Agri Wes-Kaap en Santam Jongboer van die Jaar-kompetisie is 'n belangrike inisiatief wat jong boere se uitnemendheid erken en hul waardevolle bydrae tot...

Plaasstories uit B’Bos: Sweatie Germishuys en die Hart van die Plaaslewe

In die rustige, landelike omgewing van Baardskeerdersbos – of kortweg B’Bos – lê die plase Protea en Remhoogte, waar familie en harde werk die...

South African Exporters Secure Lucrative Trade Leads at Fruit Logistica Berlin 2025

South African fresh produce exporters returned home after a highly successful participation in the Fruit Logistica Berlin international exhibition, held in Germany from 5-7...

South Africa’s Poultry Industry at Risk: Urgent Call for Bird Flu Vaccination

The South African poultry industry is facing mounting challenges as Avian Influenza (AI or bird flu) continues to spread globally. Experts warn that the...

South Africa Regains Access to Thai Market for Apple Exports After 16-Year Ban

Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen is pleased to announce that South Africa (SA) has regained market access for exportation of fresh apples from South...

Agri SA Acknowledges 4.4% Farm Wage Increase Amidst Sector Challenges

Agri SA notes the announcement made by the Department of Labour and Employment regarding a 4,4% increase in the national minimum wage for farm...

Gay’s Guernsey Dairy: A Dairy Anchored in Passion and Tradition

Nestled in the charming town of Prince Albert, in the heart of the breathtaking Karoo, lies Gay’s Guernsey Dairy - a family-run treasure that...

South Africa’s Fruit Sector Expands with Innovative Cultivars

South Africa's fruit industry continues to grow with groundbreaking developments in deciduous fruit breeding. The Agricultural Research Council (ARC), in collaboration with Culdevco, has...

2025 Wine Harvest: A Season of Resilience Growth and Celebration

South African wine producers are welcoming the 2025 harvest season with renewed optimism following the challenges of the past year. As vineyards across the...

Nedbank Agriculture Roundtable: Adapting to a Changing World

On 28 January 2025, Nedbank Agriculture hosted a roundtable event to reflect on the challenges of 2024 and explore what lies ahead for the...