Recent headlines have raised concerns about a potential potato shortage in South Africa, with warnings that prices could soar to as much as R200 for a 10kg bag. While the situation is serious, it’s important to approach these warnings with a balanced perspective. The concern stems from severe and prolonged frost in early July, which […]
On Tuesday, 15 July 2024, the Provincial Minister of Agriculture, Dr Ivan Meyer joined state veterinarians attached to the Western Cape Government’s Beaufort West State Veterinarian Office at the local weighbridge to inspect vehicles transporting livestock through the town. Commenting on the operation Minister Meyer highlighted that biosecurity presented a major risk to the agricultural […]
In the wake of relentless stormy weather, the Western Cape Province of South Africa faces significant challenges, particularly in its citrus-growing regions. Citrusdal, a key citrus hub, has been severely impacted by two weeks of heavy rains and cold fronts. The town is now isolated, with its main access road destroyed and many orchards submerged, […]
A groundbreaking report on Cape Town’s food system casts a revealing light on the structural, infrastructural, and historical inequities impacting urban food access and nutrition. This analysis, part of a broader series encompassing fifteen African cities—including Tamale, Ghana, and Dakar, Senegal – pinpoints how various infrastructural elements like housing, energy stability, water accessibility, and transportation […]
The Oranjezicht City Farm Market, located at the historic Granger Bay site of the V&A Waterfront, is a cornerstone of local commerce and community engagement. Established in 2012 by Sheryl Ozinsky, a local advocate for urban agriculture, the market was initially part of a vision to promote urban agriculture and support local farmers and artisans. […]
Gary Britz, Managing Director of Cape Town-based fresh produce exporter ELE™ Trading, highlights the increasingly challenging environment for the fruit export industry. Over the past decade, a multitude of external threats have emerged, reshaping the landscape. “Comparing our 2014 SWOT analysis to one we just did in 2024, it is radically different,” Britz remarks. These […]
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 and tradition, Fairview has carved out a niche for itself with a diverse range of both cow’s milk and goat’s milk cheeses. One of the farm’s most notable attractions is the […]
Food production accounts for a significant portion of global greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to a quarter of the world’s total. This impact is due to various factors including farming practices, food processing, fisheries, and crop production. Consequently, the choices we make in food consumption directly influence climate change through the carbon emissions associated with ingredient […]
A 10-month-old mature gouda, made especially for Woolworths by Lactalis South Africa, was crowned the Dairy Product of the Year at the prestigious South African Dairy Awards on Thursday 25 April 2024 at Eensgezind outside Durbanville. The winning Woolworths Mature Gouda 10 months was one of a record number of 1 029 dairy products from 78 […]
The Living Soils Community Learning Farm has appointed Namhla Skweyiya, a seasoned Food Technologist and Food Security Specialist, as its new Programme Manager. This strategic hiring coincides with the project’s sixth year, signaling a promising phase under Namhla’s guidance. Living Soils is a collaborative endeavour by Woolworths, Spier Wine Farm, and the Sustainability Institute, aimed […]
