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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...

Western Cape Agriculture Harvests Another Clean Audit, Boosting Exports and Rural Development

On 28 October 2024 the Western Cape Department of Agriculture presented its Annual Report 2023/24 to the Western Cape Provincial Parliament (WCPP). The report highlighted...

Meet Western Cape Farmer of the Year: André Brink

At the 2024 !Xhariep Agricultural Writers SA Regional Awards that was held recently, André Brink was recognized as the Western Cape Farmer of the...

Vegtech Netafim Donates Hydroponic Greenhouse to Boost Food Security

Ahead of World Food Day, commemorated on 16 October 2024, Vegtech Netafim, a provider of growing solutions, has made a significant contribution to local...

SA Blueberries Conquer Asia: A Growing Industry with Global Ambitions

The South African blueberry industry is experiencing remarkable growth, driven by a surge in exports and new opportunities in non-traditional markets, particularly in Asia....

Farmers Optimistic Despite Frost Delays in Peach and Nectarine Season

"Despite a sluggish start, we're optimistic about the season," says Lohan Marais from Icon Fruit, a company that works closely with farms in the...

Key Reports Highlight Recovery, Risks, and Growth in SA’s Farming Sector

The agricultural industry in South Africa greatly benefits from reports like the Agbiz/IDC Agribusiness Confidence Index, Absa’s AgriTrends report, PwC’s trust and economic impact...

Record Canola Harvest: South Africa’s Production Soars in 2024-25 Season

South Africa's canola production has steadily grown into one of the country's major agricultural success stories. According to Wandile Sihlobo, chief economist at the...

WUSA Advances Sustainable Agriculture with Green Solutions

WinField United South Africa (WUSA), a leading provider of agricultural solutions and part of Land O’Lakes Inc., is making significant strides toward sustainability. With...

Roodebloem Boeredag 2024 fokus op innovasie, inligting en die toekoms van landbou

Op 26 September 2024 het Overberg Agri se 28ste Roodebloem Boeredag plaasgevind op die Roodebloem Navorsingsplaas, net buite Caledon langs die N2. Boere en...

SA Citrus Growers Navigate Tough Season with Optimism for Future Expansion

The citrus industry is a cornerstone of South Africa's agricultural exports, accounting for 54% of the country's total fruit shipments. Citrus fruits are key...