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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...

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...

Rovic Leers se Rewolusionêre SOLEM Besproeiingstegnologie: ‘n Nuwe Era in Landbou-effektiwiteit

Rovic Leers, ‘n vooraanstaande vervaardiger van landboumasjinerie in Suid-Afrika, het ‘n reputasie opgebou vir die verskaffing van topgehalte landboutoerusting en implemente aan boere regoor...