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Double Disaster: National Reclassification Mobilizes Emergency Funding for Western Cape Agriculture

In an unprecedented turn of events, South African agricultural and economic sectors are navigating a rare regulatory reality. Just days after the National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC) issued a...

Chelsea Glory Secures Global Spotlight for SA Fynbos Industry

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Chelsea Flower Show is hailed as the global pinnacle...

Race Against Time: Ceres Fruit Sector Faces Export Crisis After Devastating Storms

A catastrophic weather system that battered the Western Cape between 10 and 12 May...

Western Cape Agriculture Begins Recovery Following Severe Floods

In a sharp turn of seasonal weather patterns, the Western Cape’s agricultural sector is...

2026/27 Agricultural Budget: Big Moves on Biofuels and Export Markets

South African agriculture is entering a phase of deliberate growth, but it must navigate...

Fairview A Beacon of Cheese Excellence in the South African Dairy Industry

Fairview Cheese Company, nestled in the heart of the Cape Winelands, has long been synonymous with high-quality dairy products. Established over decades of innovation...

Augsburg Landbougimnasium: ‘n Baken van Landbou-Onderwys in die Wes-Kaap

Augsburg Landbougimnasium, geleë in Clanwilliam teen die hange van Karookop, is ‘n toonbeeld van landbou-opvoeding in die Wes-Kaap. Die skool se unieke ligging, met...

Stellenbosch’s Provincial Veterinary Lab Unveiled

In a significant leap forward for the agricultural sector, the Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Dr. Ivan Meyer, recently inaugurated the newly renovated Provincial...

Hortgro Legacy Foundation Boosts SA Fruit Industry with Sustainability Focus

The newly inaugurated Hortgro Legacy Foundation (HLF) in Paarl promises to revolutionize South Africa’s deciduous fruit sector by integrating alternative income sources to supplement...

Weekend Warrior: Grabouw Showcases Agri-Tourism and Sustainability

Over the weekend of 13-14 April 2024, the trails around Grabouw, primarily known for their agricultural heritage, turned into a hub of mountain biking...

Clement October Wins Inaugural Game Changer Award at SA Dairy Awards

Agri-Expo has honoured 34-year-old Clement October, head cheesemaker at Klein River Cheese, with the inaugural Hollard Game Changer Award. Announced at the prestigious South...

South Africa-China Avocado Trade Deal Boosts Export Opportunities

In March 2023, a trade agreement was finalized between South Africa and China, permitting the export of South African Hass avocados to China for...

Sowing Success: Innovations spark Agricultural Transformation

In the heart of the Western Cape, a remarkable transformation is unfolding across the agricultural landscape as farmers adopt pioneering innovations and groundbreaking technologies,...

Sustainable Pest Control Through Drone Technology

High-tech is being combined with ancient natural remedies at Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West, where an innovative approach is being adopted to maintain...

Ilse Ruthford: Die Verhaal van Passie en Pionierskap in die Wynwêreld

Ilse Anne Ruthford, ‘n uitsonderlike vrou diep gewortel in haar afkoms en ‘n onwrikbare gees, is ‘n inspirasie vir baie. Gebore en getoë in...