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Private Sector Enlisted to Scale Up Local Foot and Mouth Disease Vaccine Production

In a major breakthrough for South Africa’s agricultural sector, the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) and its Board have unanimously approved a proposal by Minister of Agriculture Willie Aucamp to...

Stellenbosch University engineers develop new tech to help farmers track jackal behaviour

Stellenbosch University engineers have developed an automated, solar-powered biotelemetry system to track black-backed jackals,...

A Century of Soil, Science, and Seasons: Langgewens Celebrates 100 Years

The Western Cape Department of Agriculture marked a major historical milestone on 17 September...

Rooibos: How an Indigenous Crop Built a Global Agribusiness Heritage

As Heritage Month celebrates the traditions that unite South Africans, Laager Rooibos reflects on...

SA Wheat at a Turning Point: Securing Local Production

SA wheat production stands at a critical crossroads, and what happens on the farm...

South African Farmers Eye Bright Future with Full Red Apricots

Starting in January and continuing through March, South Africa stands as the sole global supplier of apricots in certain markets. This unique position is...

Harnessing Tiny Microbes for Agricultural Solutions to Climate Change

The impacts of climate change are vast and far-reaching, affecting ecosystems, economies, and human lives more profoundly than the COVID-19 pandemic ever did. One...

Planting Trees: A Path to a Sustainable Environment

Planting trees is one of the most impactful ways to contribute to environmental sustainability. Trees are essential for life, offering countless ecological, social, and...

Klein River Cheese Puts Stanford on the Global Cheese Map with World-Class Recognition

Klein River Cheese, nestled in the picturesque town of Stanford,  has achieved a monumental milestone at the 2024 World Cheese Awards, held at the...

AFGRI kondig trots aan: Die Wenner van die Mooiste Kaap Fotokompetisie!

AFGRI is verheug om bekend te maak dat Penny Foyn as die algehele wenner van die 2024 Mooiste Kaap Fotokompetisie aangewys is! Haar buitengewone...

Tru-Cape Anticipates a Promising Pear Season with New Blush Varieties

With new blush pear varieties coming into play this season, Tru-Cape is gearing up for a pear season full of promise. “We are looking forward...

Rovic’s Hydraulic Tines: Advancing Sustainable Farming

In modern agriculture, the adoption of advanced agricultural equipment has transformed how farmers manage their fields, improve productivity, and promote sustainable practices. As the...

Vergelegen Triumphs with Amorim Biodiversity Award for Pioneering Environmental Efforts

Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West, celebrated for its exceptional sustainability initiatives, has triumphed over four international wine estates to take home the Amorim...

The Urgent Need for Traceability in South Africa’s Agriculture Industry

In a recent article by Greg Talbot, CEO of Tal-Tec, the pressing need for a robust agricultural traceability system in South Africa was emphasized....

Heleen Viljoen Wins Top Honors for Award-Winning Article on Wheat Import Tariffs

Heleen Viljoen, a junior economist at Grain SA, recently earned accolades for her technical article on wheat import tariffs, winning the Hollard Farming Portal...