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Woordfees 2026 highlights Stellenbosch viticulture and wine heritage

As Stellenbosch Wine Routes celebrates its 55th anniversary this year, the upcoming Woordfees (3–11 October) will put a spotlight on the region's rich viticultural heritage, farm stories, and key...

Key Takeaways from MacDay KZN

Macadamias South Africa (SAMAC) convened regional growers at the Premier Splendid Inn in Umhlanga...

Agri-Tourism in Focus: Babylonstoren Unveils Water Buffalo Tour at Rietvlei

Deep in the heart of the Franschhoek Valley, Babylonstoren has expanded its agricultural tourism...

Benchmark of Excellence: Why the 2026 SA Olive Awards Matter to Farming

South Africa’s agricultural sector showcased its resilience and global competitiveness on 15 September 2026,...

Terroir, Technique, & Climate Resilience: Insights of FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 20

South Africa’s premier white grape variety is under the spotlight once again as the...

Precision and Skill Mark the 2026 FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10

South Africa’s premier celebration of Sauvignon Blanc has officially entered its landmark 20th year, drawing 159 entries from 95 producers across the country. Presented...

South African Wine Industry Reaches New Heights in Tim Atkin’s 14th Special Report

Master of Wine Tim Atkin has unveiled his 14th annual South Africa Special Report, offering a comprehensive assessment of the nation’s viticultural landscape. Produced...

South African Preserve Championships crown organic berry jam as national winner

A handcrafted organic berry jam has taken the top spot among 700 entries from 85 manufacturers at the second annual South African Preserve Championships,...

Agri-Tourism Leadership: Vergelegen Secures Back-to-Back Best Wine Farm Experience Awards

Vergelegen Estate has once again underscored the immense commercial and brand value of integrated agri-tourism, securing the Best Wine Farm Experience title at the...

Wellington Pinotage Crowned Overall SA Champion at 2026 SA Young Wine Show

On 21 August at the Percheron Hall at Elsenburg Agricultural College in Stellenbosch, a wooded Pinotage from Wellington Cellar was crowned the SA Champion...

Pieter Ferreira: Global IWC Lifetime Award Validates Four Decades of Cape Viticulture

Pieter Ferreira, affectionately known across the agricultural sector as “Mr Bubbles,” has spent more than four decades driving technical excellence and category growth in...

Amphora Wine Festival Celebrates Ancient Winemaking Tradition

An ancient winemaking tradition is making a remarkable comeback, and South Africa is celebrating this revival with the country’s first-ever Amphora Wine Festival on...

Tiger Brands Launches R200m Paarl Culinary Mega-Site

On 27 July 2026, food giant Tiger Brands officially launched its transformed Culinary mega-site in Paarl, delivering a major boost to the Western Cape’s...

Stellenbosch Wine Routes Marks 55 Years of Viticultural Leadership

When South Africa’s foundational Wine of Origin (WO) legislation was formally established, it formalized what local producers already knew: the unique intersection of decomposed...

Swartland Marks 40 Years of Agricultural Innovation

The Swartland Wine & Olive Route is celebrating a remarkable milestone in 2026 as it marks 40 years since its establishment. Over four decades,...